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Technology in PEP Classrooms

PEP classes are supplied with Windows computers equipped with Microsoft Word and Internet Explorer. All PEP computers are connected to the MCPS network allowing staff to use it for e-mail and internet access.

In addition, each computer is equipped with an Intellikeys and related software including Intellipics, Intellitalk, and Overlay maker. For information on these products, visit the Intellitools web site. Each PEP class also has a license for Boardmaker and Writing with Symbols 2000 software by Mayer Johnson and KidPix Deluxe by Mattel Interactive (formerly Broderbund).

Other assistive technology found in each PEP classroom includes: a Voice in the Box augmentative communication device by Frame Technologies, and a BIGmack or One Step Communicator augmentative communication device from Ablenet. Many PEP classes also have additional BIGmacks, Step by Step Communicators, various switches, Introtalkers or Alphatalker augmentative communication devices, and Touch Windows by Edmark.

In addition to the equipment listed above, Beginnings classes all have several BIGmacks Universal Switch mounters, Powerlinks, and an All-Turn-It Spinner by Ablenet, Touch Windows by Edmark, various switches and other augmentative communication devices such as Talk Pads and Voice in the Box by Frame Technologies, as needed for the student population.

Technology Resources for PEP Teachers

ly added resources are those added since May 18, 2002

PEP Resources	Other MCPS Resources
Adapting toys ideas from Adaptivation	MCPS bid list
Technology Training Options	Much of the technology purchased by MCPS is purchased through the Maryland Assistive Technology Co-op
Teacher Created Resources	MCPS Special Education Training Sessions
Tech Tips for PEP staff
The Preschool Zone's Technology Page for downloads, graphics resources, and suggested software lists.	MCPS Training Documents (use the search box to find help sheets on the topic you are interested in: digital camera, Word, Excel, First Class, Acrobat, KidPix, and more!)
Software Recommendations from the Preschool Zone	First Class Links: Everything you need to know about First Classincluding getting an application Connecting to First Class through the Internet A First Class Manual to download

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