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DynaVox U Online Virtual Classroom

Join us online to learn from the comfort of your own home or office!

The Virtual Classroom is an online learning environment that features a live instructor and several students at remote sites. Virtual classes are short and focused, making it easy for you to gain the knowledge you need at the times and locations that best meet your demanding schedule.

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Getting Started with the V and Vmax
July 8 at 2:00 PM EST
August 12 at 2:00 PM EST
August 29 at 12:00 PM EST
September 2 at 12:00 PM EST
September 23 at 2:00 PM EST

Do you have a new V or Vmax device? Will you be getting one soon? Join us to learn how to get started with that new device. We will walk through tools and pages that are included with each device. The goal is to save you time and effort while still providing the best vocabulary and strategies for the V or Vmax user.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. Describe the Exploratory Pages
  2. Complete the User Setup Wizard
  3. Name two Master Page options
  4. Modify a button
  5. Create a new page using Quick Page

DynaVox Device: Series 5 (V or Vmax)
Materials: GettingStarted.pdf
Software Version: 1.04
Session Time: 1.5 hours

*Click Here to Register Online!

NEW! The Page Editor Series 5
July 15 at 2:00 PM EST
August 19 at 12:00 PM EST
September 16 at 12:00 PM EST

In addition to customization tools like the User Setup Wizard, the Modify button and the Quick Page feature, the DynaVox Series 5 software provides a Page Editor. The Page Editor enables individuals to create original communication pages without relying on the use of pre-programmed pages and templates. Learn how to use the Page Editor Tools to create new pages, edit existing pages, or set defaults for future pages.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. Define the purpose of the Page Editor
  2. Identify basic editing tools within the Page Editor
  3. Create a custom page using the Page Editor Tools
  4. Edit existing pages using page Editor Tools
  5. Set page defaults for future pages

Prerequisites: Getting Started with the V
Software version: 1.04
Session Time: 1 hour

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NEW! Literacy 123 on the V/Vmax
July 22 at 2:00 PM EST
August 26 at 12:00 PM EST
September 16 at 2:00 PM EST

“Language is the cornerstone of literacy learning. Reading, writing, listening and speaking are so interconnected yet independent language systems that develops in parallel waves” (Sturm & Clendon, 2004). In the first Literacy 123 session, we looked at how we can involve our AAC students in the same high quality literacy experiences occurring in the regular education classroom by providing access to word study, reading and writing in specific activities. In this session, we will take a closer look at how we can use the language within our language system to develop literacy skills. We will explore the language structure and language use tools already found within the pre-programmed communication pages in the Series 5 software (the software on V & Vmax devices). We will discuss how these tools can be used within communication based literacy learning experiences to foster language, literacy and AAC connections.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. List language structure and language use tools within the Series 5 communication pages
  2. Identify language needs & literacy implications of students who use AAC
  3. Utilize language use and language structure tools within a variety of literacy activities

Prerequisites: Getting Started with the V / Getting Started with the V/Vmax and/or knowledge of basic programming & communication pages / Literacy 123 / What is InterAACT? / The Gateway© Paradigm: Formula for Efficiency and Linguistic Competence with Joan Bruno
Software Version: 1.04
Session Time: 1 hours

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NEW! Cram Session—Backing up your V/Vmax
July 11 at 10:00 AM EST
August 13 at 2:00 PM EST
September 4 at 4:00 PM EST

The term "backup" refers to the process of copying all of the V/Vmax’s files onto a different storage device. Backups are very important but not enough of us know how to do them! Join us for a quick session focusing on backing up and restoring your V/Vmax.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. Complete a backup of their user.
  2. Restore the user.

Prerequisites: Getting Started with the V/Max
Software Version: 1.06
Session Time: 30 minutes

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NEW! InterAACT: Flexibility in Communication
July 18 at 10:00 AM EST
August 19 at 4:00 PM EST
September 9 at 3:00 PM EST

As verbal communicators, we use our language in flexible ways. We choose different words and combinations of words. Sometimes we are quick and to the point. Sometimes we are elaborate and exacting. We can express the same message in very different ways. How can we help our AAC users experience the same flexibility?

This session will focus on the tools provided in the InterAACT framework and found on the V/Vmax, Palmtop 3, and M3 that can help increase flexibility in communication. We will also touch on research that supports the need for multiple language tools.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. Name the two core components of InterAACT
  2. Describe how the same message can be communicated in different ways.
  3. Summarize key research findings related to appropriate use of language use and language structure.

Prerequisites: What is InterAACT?
Session Time: 1 hour

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NEW! Funding 101
July 11 at 11:30 PM EST
August 13 at 3:30 PM EST
September 4 at 9:00 AM EST

Want to know more about acquiring an AAC device through Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance? This session will walk you through the funding process from the completion of the AAC evaluation to receipt of the device. Learn tips for report writing, collecting information from family and physicians, and submitting complete funding packets. We will also discuss the specific requirements held by different funding sources.

Learning Objectives:
Participants will be able to:

  1. Identify at least three components of an AAC report required by funding sources.
  2. List the paperwork required for submitting a funding packet.
  3. Name one difference between Medicare funding and Medicaid funding.

Prerequisites: None
Session Time: 1 hour

*Click Here to Register Online!

To Join a Virtual Classroom Session, You Must First Register!

Approximately 15 minutes before the session's scheduled starting time, please use the following steps to join this session:

1. Click on the following link (or type this address in your web browser): https://dynavoxtech.webex.com. *Please note that there is no "www" in this address.
2.
Click on the tab labeled "Today" about half-way down the page. You will see the name of the all the sessions offered on this day. Find the name of the session you for which you have registered and click "Join Now" at the far right side of the screen.
3.
Enter your registration ID and the session password. You will find these two numbers in your registration and confirmation e-mails. If your registration ID is not available, you will be able to follow a link to have the information e-mailed to you again. Please note that the registration ID is not the same as the session number.
4.
Click "OK" and wait for the Training Manager web page to appear. Please click "set up" to begin this process. You may be asked set up the Training Manager even if you have done so before. This is perfectly normal.
5.
When the Training Manager web page appears, a prompt will appear to provide you with the phone numbers necessary to join the teleconference. Please call the appropriate number and follow the voice prompts. If you joined the teleconference before signing in on the computer, you can ignore the prompt.
6. You should now be ready for your Virtual Classroom session. Enjoy!
If you do not receive an e-mail confirmation of your registration within 24 hours of registering, please contact Christine Kaminski at: Christine.Kaminski@dynavoxtech.com


Note: If you are unable to join this session following the above directions, please call the toll-free number listed in your registration and confirmation e-mails and follow the voice prompts. You will be able to talk to the member of the DynaVox Education Department who is leading the training session. She will be able to provide assistance in the sign in process until the time the session is scheduled to begin.



View an Archived Virtual Classroom Session at your convenience!

Archived Sessions:

The following sessions have been recorded and are available for you to view at any time. To access them, click on the following link and then select "Recorded Sessions" under "Attend a Session" on the left side of the page.

Series 5:

  • Getting Started with the V and Vmax

  • Advanced Series 5: Computer Access

  • Advanced Series 5: Scanning

  • Advanced Series 5: Visual Scenes

  • Advanced Series 5: Slots

  • Advanced Series 5: Quickfires

  • The Gateway© Paradigm: Formula for Efficiency and Linguistic Competence with Joan Bruno

  • Getting Started with the V and Vmax

  • DynaVox Series 5 and Context-Dependent Communicators

  • DynaVox Series 5 for Emergent Communicators

  • DynaVox Series 5 for Independent Communicators

  • Additional Page Sets for Series 5

  • 1-2-3 Literacy!

  • What is InterAACT?

Series 4:

  • Additional Page Sets for Series 4

  • Introduction to Series 4: Application and Use

  • Advanced Series 4:  Incorporating Digital Images into Your Communication Pages

  • Advanced Series 4: The Page Editor

  • Applying Series 4 Page Sets and Features with Adults

  • Gateway to Language and Learning

  • DynaLessons with Marshall Fenig and Gail Hallenberg

  • Communicate 4: Supporting People Who Use AAC in Acquiring Skills for Self-Advocacy by Barbara Collier, Paul Janzen, and Susie Blackstien-Adler

  • WordPower with Nancy Inman

Other Devices:

  • M3

  • Introduction to Palmtop3 and iChat3 Devices

  • MiniMo and MightyMo

  • DynaVox 3100: Getting Started

  • Introduction to Impact Software (Enkidu, Palmtop, Tablet XL, Handheld Devices)

Additional Sessions:

  • Introduction to AAC

  • Visual Scene Display — Adult(Aphasia and Traumatic Brain Injury)

  • New Version of DynaVox's Funding Manager

Click Here to View a Recorded Session!

  1. On the left side of the screen, under Attend a Session, select Recorded Sessions.
  2. Select the session you wish to view by clicking on the session title or "play" icon.
  3. Click View to view the session immediately. Click Download to download the session to your computer for later viewing.
  4. Complete the Registration information and click Register to begin the session.
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