Software Links

Mac and PC software:

-Micro Warehouse
-Zones
-PC and Mac Mall

  Mac Software:
-Apple Education Store

  Special Needs Hardware and Software
-Index to assistance technology
-R.J. Cooper Assistive Technology
-Abledata Index to Computer Assistive Technology

Mac and IBM Software
-Educational Software Institute
-This site has links that provide software review
-PEP registry of educational software publishers
-Sunburst Software

  Software I would like to have in my classroom:
1.  Windows XP ($85.00 per copy)
2.  Photoshop 7.0 ($299.00 per copy)
3.  Virus Scan 6.0 ($4.95 per copy)
4.  Dream Weaver MX ($269.99 per copy)
5.  Picture It! Digital Image Pro 9 ($70.94 per copy)
6.  Internet Security 2003 ($16.50 per copy)
7.  Acrobat 5.0 ($219.00 per copy)
8.  Quicken 2003 Deluxe ($33.00 per copy)
9.  Page Maker 7.0 ($329.00 per copy)
10.  Encarta Deluxe 2004 ($22.06 per copy)

  Special Needs Software I would like to have in my classroom:
1.  Switch Man- assists the learner with the cause and effect process by using large animations.  This software can be modified to fit the ability level.  ($109.00)
2.  Big Keys Keyboard- this keyboard contains extra large keys.  Is great for the visually impaired.  ($159.00)
3.  ICanEmail-  simple, but powerful talking e-mail program. This program helps those with cognitive challenges, visual challenges, and physical challenges.  ($109.00)

Software Processing and Storage
-Software must be reviewed to ensure effectiveness.
-Copy registration and store one copy after sending in the original.
-Store backups under lock ad key.
-Keep a list of all available software in a software database.
-Have a process for students to check out the software.