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Partnering with BC Schools to build their capacity to use technology to support K-12 students with diverse abilities, since 1989. www.setbc.org
A set of educational materials on a table, including communication boards, colorful activity sheets with speech bubbles, and instructional guides.
We've made a demo kit of the latest #AAC therapy tools from #PRCsaltillo including a Unity flipbook, a Wordpower flipbook & 10 smash mats. A SET-BC educator may be demoing them to your classroom or staff soon!
#augmentativeandalternativecommunication #supportingstudents #BCSchools #lowtechaac #BCEd
We took ‘a minute or so' on the road to feature an #OccupationalTherapist training in a school! She demos how to safely attach & remove a #WheelchairMount with steps you can use right away.
More on mounting features, care & use: https://www.setbc.org/?s=mounting
#quicktip #physicalaccess #bced
A group of four people gathered around a table exploring various assistive technology devices, including large push buttons and tactile tools.
A group of people sit around a table discussing various assistive technology devices, including a large button switch and a communication board.
A few people interacting with a Braille learning device and educational materials on a white table, including a tactile game.
Three women examine assistive technology devices and manuals on a table, discussing their features and usage.
This week, our team gathered to explore comparing mid-tech options to support communication, access and engagement for #StudentsWithVisualImpairments, including opportunities to incorporate tactile symbols/feedback.
#AssistiveTechnology #SupportingStudents #bced #Accessibility #InclusiveClassrooms
Educational app interface showing six clickable icons: "Shape of the land book," "Matching," "Listen and Say," "Word Wall," and two crossed-out options labeled "Sentences" and "Multiple choice."
NEW - Shape of the Land Clicker activities for desktop or iPad explore the BC Curriculum's Gr.3 Science big idea that "wind, water, and ice change the shape of the land." https://www.setbc.org/resources/the-shape-of-the-land
#ClickerSets #Clicker #bced #BCSchools #EarthScience #InclusiveClassrooms
In our new #QuickTip video, Iren demos how to install an app from SETBC onto an iPad using the Self Service app.
More #QuickTips at https://www.setbc.org/resources/?_resource_type=quick-tip
#tutorial #iPadApps #BCShools #bced #SupportingStudents
A woman operates multiple screens and devices in a tech setup, preparing for a live or recorded session.
A person holds a smartphone displaying a dual-screen setup with two interfaces side by side, one in green and the other in blue.
In a recent #TechTalk, our TSVIs compared functions of an old vs. new iPad. While Kim was on one, Debbie was on the other. Viewers watched both their screens live side by side. Thank you #OBS whose free open source software makes multiple source streaming possible!
#AssistiveTechnology #bced #TSVI
Smiling woman at a desk with a laptop, demonstrating the Libby Gridset software for Grid 3. Text reads "Libby Gridset for Grid 3, in a minute or so."
We have a #Grid3 #GridSet to help students with #DiverseAbilities better access the #Libby app, & more easily find & engage with reading materials! Learn how to download & use it in our new #QuickTip video https://www.setbc.org/resources/libby-gridset-for-grid-3/
#literacy #AAC #Accessibility #BCEd
A presenter speaks to a room of people seated at tables with laptops open, showing a slide on a large screen about a digital tool.
A woman with curly hair uses an AAC device during a class. A red thermos and a notebook are on her desk. Others are seated in the background.
A woman presents a software demonstration in a classroom, with a large screen displaying "TD Pilot" to seated attendees using laptops.
Participants in a classroom setting use tablets to engage in a digital learning session, with a presenter speaking in front.
Marlee Bell of #TobiiDynavox visited for a TD Share Out on Thursday! Highlights include the TD Pilot iPad #EyeGaze device and iOS integrated apps in #TDSnap. These great sessions help us build and refresh our knowledge to better help our students and school teams!
#assistivetechnology #aac #BCEd
A man sits on a stool in a professional video recording setup, facing the camera. A videographer adjusts the camera settings.
Please join us in welcoming Tristan to the SET-BC team! Our new Networking/Programmer has a strong background in programming and the technical expertise we need to keep our network aligned with current industry standards. Happy you're on our team, Tristan!
#thisissetbc #SupportingStudents #BCEd
Flyer titled "Modeling Language" with tips like "Model Without Expectation," "Encourage Motivation," "Variety of Messages," and "Patience and Persistence." Features colorful icons and a QR code leading to "AAC in the Classroom."
Alternative and Augmentative Communication and Aided Language Input? What Does that Mean? No clue or need a refresher? This video & resources are for you! https://shorturl.at/jRNO4
#SLP #SupportingStudents #BCEd #InclusiveClassrooms #AugmentativeAndAlternativeCommunication #AidedLanguageInput
Two hands using a paper cutter to cut pieces of paper that have the stop sign printed on them.
Educator Jessy's making "Stop" #CommunicationCards for an #InclusiveClassroom activity encouraging kids to use safe, respectful behaviour instead of hitting or bullying. She'll be bringing this to support an #SD40 school soon!
#AAC #BCEd #InclusiveEducation #LowTechAAC #PCSsymbols #newwestschools
A smiling cartoon laptop on a swing with the speech bubble saying "SET BC".
January is in full swing! We hope everyone is now up for air after the 1st week back in 2026. Happy (belated) New Year! Let's make it a great year for our students!!
#AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveEducation #AAC #Accessibility #PhysicalAccess #StudentsWithDiverseAbilities #SupportingStudents #BCEd
Two women are setting up a video recording studio with green screen, professional lighting, and multiple computer screens displaying software.
SET-BC's Kim & Debbie and Jen from #PRCVI host another live #TechTalk at 2pm PST today. Join our #TSVI team for demos of #assistiveTech for #StudentsWithVisualImpairments followed by Q&A.
#SupportingStudents #teacherofstudentswithvisualimpairments #AssistiveTechnology #bced #teachingresources
SET-BC front door with a sign that says, 'Happy holly days', a decorated Christmas tree is displayed behind the glass door.
Happy Holidays from SET-BC! We will reopen January 5th 2026.
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A presenter from Makers Making Change presents in front of a meeting room with 2 screens behind her.
Scissosrs, screwdrivers and other tools on a desk filled with wires and toys.
two people working on soldering a part of a toy.
A group of people gathered at a desk listening to a person standing by them.
#MakersMakingChange - Hacking for the Holidays! In this workshop, we were guided through modifying toys to be #switch adapted! What an experience! Many thanks to Kris & Stephan from @MakersMakingChange & the @NeilSquireSociety.
#BuildingCapacity #AssistiveTechnology #AdaptiveSwitch #SwitchAccess
Group selfie of the school team at Gitsegukla Elementary School with our SET-BC team.
Selfie picture in front of Gitsegukla Elementary School. Our provincial coordinator Darren holding up his arm to take the shot with educator Kamelia and Carol.
Educator Carol presenting in front of the classroom with a screen behind her.
Educator Kamelia presenting in front of the classroom with a screen behind her.
Recently, SET-BC provided a PL Service at #Gitsegukla Elementary School. The sessions explored free, easy-to-use & engaging #edtech apps that support #literacy, #numeracy, & creativity in K–6 classrooms.
#GitseguklaFirstNation #AssistiveTechnology #BuildingCapacity #SupportingStudents #Inclusion
A classroom of participants with a presenter and a screen in the front of the room.
4 people standing in front of a screen that displays the SET-BC logo. Our SET-BC VP, Tim, and Educators Sarah, Lorena and Jessy.
SET-BC participated in the #SD40 CUPE #ProD roadshow "Beyond the Classroom: Professional Learning for All Roles." We hosted 2 workshops that focused on empowering #inclusiveClassrooms using #Choiceworks & #BookCreator.
#BuildingCapacity #AssistiveTechnology #BCed @bookcreator.com @beevisual.com
Watch this to quickly learn how to enlarge the features of Clicker Sentence Sets for easier physical or eye gaze access.
More #QuickTips at https://www.setbc.org/resources/?_resource_type=quick-tip
#PhysicalAccess #EyeGaze #Accessibility #InclusiveEducation #ClickerSets #QuickTip #BCEd #Cricksoft
A person holds a smartphone showing a TechTalk presentation. An office setting is in the background.
Caught a coworker on his phone... and he was watching our monthly TSVIs #TechTalk! Our TSVIs and Jen from #PRCVI demo some tech and then open discussion for TSVIs around BC to talk about anything relating to their students' #assistiveTech. Don't miss the next one!
#TSVI #bced #SupportingStudents
Hands holding printouts of communication cards, more communication cards on the desk
Printouts of communication cards laid on the desk.
We're often creating #AssistiveTech solutions to show others how they can easily do the same for their students. #SLP Elizabeth & Educator Kamelia found #LessonPix & #Boardmaker #CommunicationCards to print & laminate via https://core.projectvc.org
#AAC #SupportingStudents #PCSsymbols #lowTechAAC
Not every student can hold a pencil, but all can learn to write! #AlternativePencils are creative ways to give students access to all 26 letters in a way that works for them. In this quick video, OT Pearl shares a few..
#AssistiveTech #Accessibility #InclusiveEducation #AAC #bced #InclusiveLiteracy
A man demonstrates holds a mount surrounded by three women in an office setting. One woman holds a booklet, while the others watch attentively.
Three people are assembling a chair's armrest, focusing on attaching a mechanism. They are seated on an office-style carpeted floor.
A person in a red striped shirt and face mask demonstrates a device to four attentive individuals around a table with tools and equipment.
A man in a brown sweater uses a wrench to adjust a camera mounted on a tall chair leg, while another person rests their hand on the chair.
In an #OT-led workshop on the use & care of #Rehadapt mounts, our staff got to learn and tinker with Rehadapt parts. It was valuable to experience how these mounts that hold #assistiveTechnology for many of our students should be properly secured to wheelchairs.
#OccupationalTherapy #PhysicalAccess
Two women are conducting a virtual presentation in a tech studio, featuring multiple screens, cameras, and a green screen backdrop.
A Perkins Brailler.
Closeup on a sheet of embossed Braille.
A glimpse behind the scenes of our monthly #TSVI Tech Talk. Kim and Debbie join Jen from #PRCVI to demo some tech and then open discussion for other TSVIs around BC to talk about their students' & #AssistiveTech.
#teacherofstudentswithvisualimpairments #SupportingStudents #AssistiveTechnology #bced
Hands typing on a laptop displaying a checklist for AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) design on the screen.
Our #TSVI team has created a tool for others to document how their students with #CVI see, so to inform decisions for #AAC supports. Find the CVI-Informed Checklist for AAC Design at https://www.setbc.org/resources/cvi-informed-checklist-for-aac-design
#CorticalVisualImpairment #InclusiveEducation
A woman sits at a desk in front of a monitor. An imposed image of her screen is visible in the left hand corner. It shows an eye gaze Calibration app/software screen with various targets/options and a green emoji icon in the middle.
OT Pearl shares some key #QuickTips while demoing how to calibrate for eye gaze using #IntelliGaze software on a #GridPad 13 with Vida camera in IntelliGaze Calibration In a Minute or So at: www.setbc.org/resources/in...
#QuickTip #SmartBox #AssistiveTechnology #aac #eyegaze #eyegazetechnolology
Three people stand behind a table with tech devices and materials at a conference. A poster with a sign language chart is on the wall.
Exhibit table displaying assistive technologies, including tablets with educational content and a SET-BC informational poster.
Tablet on a tripod displaying a conference selfie of three people smiling, with promotional materials and a camera on a table nearby.
We were thrilled to participate at TIE-BC's Crosscurrents Conference this year! Our team enjoyed connecting with other passionate inclusive educators and like-minded organizations from around British Columbia!
#TIEBC #InclusiveEducation #Inclusion #AssistiveTechnology #BCEd #BCTF
Join OT Pearl as she demos eye gaze calibration using Tobii Eye Tracking settings. For more #QuickTip videos visit https://www.setbc.org/resources/?_resource_type=quick-tip
#Tobii #EyeGaze #QuickTips #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #InclusiveEducation #EyeTracking #OccupationalTherapy
A person dressed as a wizard, with a long white beard and hat, casts light patterns using a glowing orb on a table in a dimly lit room.
Some genius #AssistiveTech wizardry helped make this Halloween magic happen! Wizard / OT Marie used an #AbleNetInc PowerLink for switch adapted access to a star projector & a @makersmakingchange.bsky.social switch adapted light toy wand!
#SwitchAdaptedAccess #SwitchAccess #SwitchAdaptedToys #bced
A child in a pink sweater uses a tablet with communication symbols, standing next to a worksheet with cartoon teeth drawings.
A child holds a pen over a communication board featuring Halloween-themed symbols and words, such as witch, ghost, and pumpkin.
A classroom with young students sitting at desks, engaged in writing and drawing. A teacher is using a smartboard at the front.
Two children play a bingo-style game at a wooden table. Each has a bingo card marked with Xs. One child holds a pencil, and various cards and a sock puppet are on the table.
Using #ChatEditor, Educator Jessy created some #AAC bingo communication card files and print outs for classroom visits. Just one creative way to demo using AAC in an #InclusiveClassroom setting! Wishing all a fun, safe & #inclusive Halloween!
#TouchChat #bced #Inclusion #AssistiveTechnology
BCPOP Conference 2025. Text reads "Thank you for joining us at POPcon 2025!" Event date: October 24, 2025.
Thank you to all attendees and speakers for joining us at POPCon2025! It was an honour to spend the day with thousands of people dedicated to #InclusiveEducation and supporting students with #DiverseAbilities.
#bcpopconference2025 #bcpopconference #virtualconference #bced #SupportingStudents
