Assess the Learner
Stages Assessment Software

Stages Assessment Software helps identify a learner's skills and ideal learning or assessment environment.

Instructional in nature, the assessment activities provide constructive feedback and many opportunities for the learner to make independent choices.
Software Features

Access	Mouse, Touchscreen, Switch (1-switch auto or 2-switch step scanning), Alternative Keyboard (such as IntelliKeys), Pointer (Mouse Dwell)
Levels of Graphic Representation	Photographs, Drawings, Symbols Videos, Simple Animations
Feedback	Auditory, Visual or Combined Child- or Adult/Teen-appropriate
Prompts	Auditory, Visual or Combined Adjustable Cue Timing
Content	Explore activities to introduce content Assess activities to test skills
Other Tools	Full text-to-speech for writing activities (Stage Seven) Instructor 'Skip' feature to end an activity at any time
Data Collection	Automatic data collection saves time and allows instructor to record behavioral observations On-screen reports with: time stamp, access, prompt, feedback, performance, time on activity data Text-format saved reports ideal for word processor or spreadsheet

Included in the Software User Guide:

• Behavioral Observation Forms (PDF format also on CD)

• Feature Comparison Charts of software from many publishers that are appropriate for learners at that Stage

• Overviews of content and adjustable settings

• Advice for implementation: preparing the environment, observation technique, interpreting results