Using MindView Mind Mapping Software as an Assistive tool To support teaching and learning at Higher Education
MatchWare
MatchWare is the global leader in professional mind mapping and enterprise meeting management solutions. The award winning "MindView" mind mapping software allow our customers to collaborate, innovate and increase productivity from any device in order achieve greater success throughout an organisation.
Assistive Technology Software for Academic Purposes!
MindView AT has been designed to help visual thinkers create impressive written assignments and presentations. The smooth transition from a Mind-Map to Word and PowerPoint means students can make powerful, formatted documents ready for assessment.
The added assistive technology software functionality, including text-to-speech, Dragon integration, predictive text, and audio notes make MindView AT the industry leader in mind mapping for assistive purposes.
Liam Pettit, Assistive Technology Manager - UK
Liam has worked within E-learning for the past 8 years. During this time he has worked with schools across the globe including; UK, Kenya, Thailand, Russia and the Middle East. With a particular focus on the delivery of personalised learning at all levels from Primary through to Higher Education.
Since joining MatchWare Liam has supported the implementation of MindView Assistive Technology across Universities and supporting inclusive workplaces. Liam is passionate about unlocking potential through the use of Assistive Technology and E-Learning.
Co Founder of GrackleDocs Inc. to make output from Google products more accessible. The products are free download from the Google Marketplace and will remediate any Google Doc, Slide or Sheet.
Contact Info
Twitter - @matchware
Website - https://www.matchware.com/assistive-technology-software
Email - liam.pettit@matchware.com
Session Description
Nominated for ‘Best Special Educational Needs Resource’ at the BETT Awards 2018 MindView AT has been designed to help visual thinkers create impressive written assignments and presentations. The smooth transition from a Mind-Map to Word and PowerPoint means students can make powerful, formatted documents ready for assessment.
The added Assistive Technology software functionality, including Text to Speech, Dragon Integration, Predictive Text and Audio notes make MindView AT the industry leader in mind mapping for assistive purposes.
During this engaging workshop we will look at the applications of MindView as an Assistive Technology Tool for both the Academic and Professional environments. We’ll explore how to organise ideas in a visual way, customise Mind Maps, export to MS Word and PowerPoint, and add Citations.
‘MindView AT was accredited by the DAC to ensure best user experience for users with disabilities in line with WCAG 2.0 Accessibility Standards. MindView was also tested to work with Dragon, Jaws, ZoomText and TextHelp. We are delighted by the commitment shown by MatchWare to produce a truly accessible Mind Mapping Software.’ Gavin Evans – Director of Operations, Digital Accessibility Centre
Learning Outcomes
How to support learners with Disabilities and Mental Health conditions utilise Mind Mapping to overcome the anxiety and stress associated with Academic work
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