Tom McDonald

Assistive Technology Consultant.
Parent.
Teacher.

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

Level up the support you can give AAC users by joining our very own @TPMcDonald85 for his @ElklanTraining course: https://t.co/OKC8KQQtSb

[Hob Moor Oaks @hobmooroaks]

Hob Moor Oaks are recruiting for the following roles: SEN Teacher, HLTA, Teaching Assistant Level 3 and 2. To apply and for further information please visist: https://t.co/fWD0bjwRv4 @eboractrust @yorkpress @CityofYork @northyorksc

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Rich in distinct voices and unique experiences; it is critical that we champion the development of communication skills for all, ensuring every voice can be heard - https://t.co/NY7Xo8jjv4 #AAC #domorewithtechnology

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

View Clicker 8's wonderful shared online learning grids library here:
https://t.co/P5VUhx7HdA
#domorewithtechnology @LucyB_AT

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Flic switches are a great resource that can be adapted for assistive technology. Fantastic blog @LucyB_AT #domorewithtechnology

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

In her latest blog, AT Consultant @LucyB_AT explores the wonderful world of Flic switches. Make life a little simpler at the touch of a button... #domorewithtechnology https://t.co/ve8320rf4n

[Crick Software @Cricksoft]

Colourful Semantics in Clicker ⭐
Tom McDonald from @accesstechUK has recently continued his brilliant blog that delves into using Clicker to quickly and easily build your own Colourful Semantics activities:
https://t.co/nqme6Bw9aG
Find the original blog below 👇

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

In my latest blogpost I discuss using Clicker 8 to make Colourful Semantics connect sets with symbols https://t.co/orlGOlPAQw #Clicker8 #colourfulsemantics #domorewithtechnology @Cricksoft

[No Child Left Behind @NoChildBehindUK]

Are you getting ready for the start of the new school year?
From now, schools will need to provide more affordable uniform options - a step in the right direction to ensure every child has the basic tools they need to learn.

Share this guide to spread the word!

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

Following on from @TPMcDonald85's post on Widgit Online, fellow AT consultant @LucyB_AT shares her recent discovery that @Harrogatelibrar offers access to InPrint 3, as well as training on how to use the software. Read more here:
https://t.co/Hhq9TKDn3r

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

To promote this year’s World Autism Acceptance Week (28th March – 3rd April), access: technology consultant @TPMcDonald85 recommends one of his favourite resources: Widgit Online. #domorewithtechnology

https://t.co/aLhSeXyGuf

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Beth - What I like and dislike about using AAC https://t.co/d8x0VRE7F7 via @YouTube - Listen, be patient, be respectful. #domorewithtechnology

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

See this Instagram post by @tommcdonald481 to help with the countdown to Christmas https://t.co/TrkIBRqfXN

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

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[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

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[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Christmas gingerbread stars recipe made with @widgitsoftware symbols in InPrint3 https://t.co/9FOqPftq7l

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Looking forward to watching this #AACawarenessmonth https://t.co/1El8zLQPva

[access: technology @accesstechUK]

The latest blog from AT consultant Andrew Simpson. In this post, Andrew elaborates on how a combination of Eyegaze technology and Vysor software enabled one of his teenage client's to finally be able to use a mobile phone. #domorewithtechnology
https://t.co/MC7RjPiBcY

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

I just signed this petition from @NEUnion & @unisontheunion to keep families and schools safe. We must #MakeSchoolsSafe to #ProtectCommunities

https://t.co/JUMMoxMGXu

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Revealed: UK supermarket and fast food chicken linked to deforestation in Brazil. We need to know more about where the food that feeds our food comes from. https://t.co/6XZabNmVQu

[Tom McDonald @TPMcDonald85]

Demand the Government stop the pay freeze for key workers. Sign this from @UKLabour.

https://t.co/SbZfDoT7le