Power Link

 Cause and Effect- Gives people the power to control thier environment.The use of a powerlink is

unlimited!!!

Here is a video we watched in class. It demonstates how a powerlink works.

Effective Use of Switches

 motivation

suitable activites

practice time

encouragement+

position of switch-physical control site

type of switch

Introduce in context of the whole activity

cueing the outcome not the switch

Advantages of Switches

control of environment

inclusion in activities

communication

engagement in curriculum

engagement in social activities

leisure activities

access to employment

Inclusion Videos With Switches

Today we previewed several videos about many different ways special needs students can be integrated into the class with switches. It just reinforces that integration is a win win situation. The special need student gains so much from being around children thier own age and interacting with them and the other students benefit from learning so much from them. Some of the ways that switches were used is: blowing a fan to lead a math game, ringing the buzzer for centers to change in gym, interating with other staff in the school.

Ways to Use a Power Link Switch at School

blender, juicer, sewing machine, can opener lamp scissors, card shuffler, magnifier lamp ,

All-Turn-It Spinner, conveyor belt, make-up mirror, stapler, coffee pot, stereo, desk lamp, mixer,

 tape recorder, fan/spinner, toaster, food processor,  vibrating pad foot bath, paper shredder, vibrating

pillow, hair dryer, pencil sharpener, vibrating slippers, hand held massager, popcorn popper

My favorite!!ice cream and BINGO Ball Tosser