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SwitchIt! Maker 2 (Various Editions)

Model: 
Maker 2, Maker 2 Older Learners Edition
Product Type: 
Device modifier
Manufacturer Name: 
Approximate Cost: $80.00

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Product Description: 

SwitchIt! Maker 2 will turn your text, images, movies and sounds into simple on-screen activities. These activities are automatically accessible using a mouse, whiteboard, touch monitor, keyboard, one or two switches or IntelliKeys

SwitchIt! Maker 2

Especially designed so that children can make activities as part of a lesson. 

SwitchIt! Maker 2 Older Learners Edition

Has all the benefits of SwitchIt! Maker 2 but also has an interface, example activities and graphics library that are specifically designed for older learners.

Main Features: 

These features are common to all versions:

  • Turn your text, images, movies and sounds into simple on-screen activities. 
  • These activities are automatically accessible using a mouse, whiteboard, touch monitor, keyboard, one or two switches or IntelliKeys
  • How it works:
    • First asks you to choose a layout for a new page - do you want words with a picture or just a picture?
    • Then add an image or some video.
    • Type in the text using your keyboard or the on-screen keyboard (useful on an interactive whiteboard), then add some voiceover or load some music. 
    • Export and import features let you transfer your activities to other computers or onto CD, etc.
  • The program also has over 1,500 useful example files, including a selection of PCS symbols from Mayer-Johnson and Rebus Symbols from Widgit, clip-art pictures, sample videos, and music, and it also allows you to import your own.
  • Also includes a free Player version of the software to share your activities.

SwitchIt! Maker 2 Older Learners Edition includes these additional features:

  • Suitable for KS3, KS4 and beyond, this software makes it easy for older users with learning difficulties to create life stories as part of person-centered planning.
  • They can also create their own talking stories or present their preferences and interests in a way that is meaningful for them.
  • Activities are automatically accessible using a switch, touch monitor, keyboard or mouse.

Primary Specifications: 

These specifications are common to all versions:

  • Compatible with: Windows: 7 (32-bit).
  • Not fully compatible with 64-bit versions of Windows.
  • Not compatible with Windows 8.
  • Not compatible with Windows 10.
  • MSI installer is available for site licence customers.
  • An active internet connection required for installation/activation.

More Information: 

See Manufacturer's website about SwitchIt! Maker 2. 

See Manufacturer's website about SwitchIt! Maker 2 Older Learners Edition.