Switch-Accessible+Resources

=Switch-Accessible Resources= A switch interface is a computer peripheral that allows a single switch or several switches to be connected to a computer so that mouse and keyboard functions can be performed. These can include things such as tapping the space bar, clicking a directional arrow, or activating a function key. A switch allows the user to perform those functions through mechanical or electronic means.

Switch Interfaces

 * Clicker USB Switch Box ([])
 * IntelliKeys USB Keyboard ([]) - this is an alternative keyboard that also has two switch ports that allow it to serve as a switch interface
 * Switch Adapted USB Mouse ([]) - this is a two-button mouse that has switch ports that can be used for left and right mouse clicks
 * Switch Interface Pro 6 ([])

Mechanical Switches

 * EnableMart | Switches ([])
 * Inclusive TLC | Pal Pad Switches ([])
 * Infogrip | Switches ([])
 * Mayer-Johnson | Switches ([])
 * Switch Kit by Zygo Industries ([])

Electronic Switches

 * Adaptive Switch Labs ([])

Switch-Accessible Toys

 * Adaptive Tech Solutions ([])
 * Disabled Online | Switch Adapted Toys ([])
 * Enabling Devices ([])

Battery Interrupters

 * Battery Interrupters ([])
 * DeafblindResources.org | Directions on making a battery interrupter ([])

Switch-Accessible Programs and Websites

 * [|AIU Cheat Sheet #7: Creating an Electronic Book in Microsoft PowerPoint 2010]
 * Better Living Through Technology ([]) - this is an article discussing switch access to the Internet; it includes links to several resources and applications
 * Clicker 5 ([]) - grid-based word processing application with text-to-speech functions
 * Clicker Paint ([]) - switch-accessible painting program; can be used in conjunction with Clicker 5
 * Help Kidz Learn ([]) - Online educational games
 * Hiyah.net ([]) - This is a website of programs created by a mother of children with disabilities. Programs can be accessed for use online with a Windows or Macintosh computer or downloaded for use (Windows only)
 * KneeBouncers ([]) - educational games for early childhood users
 * Nanogames ([]) - switch-accessible games for users of various ages
 * Overlay Maker 3 ([]) - This is software that works in conjunction with the IntelliKeys USB Keyboard. It allows users to create customized keyboard overlays for various programs or activities
 * Papunet ([]) - includes games that can be played using the mouse, space bar, or Enter key
 * Priory Woods School and Arts College ([]) - cause and effect activities as well as interactive talking books
 * RJ Cooper Resources for the iPad ([|http://www.rjcooper.com/site-map/index.html#ipad])
 * Switch In Time Accessible Software ([]) - applications for Windows and Macintosh users
 * SwitchXS ([]) - switch access application for the mouse and keyboard on Macintosh computers

Useful Resources on Switch Use

 * Simplified Technology website ([]) by Linda J. Burkhart
 * Switch Gaming ([])