Scene & Heard 3.14.1

Scene & Heard is an award-winning application that serves as a visual scene-based communication aid. It offers contextually relevant communication features and innovative learning tools with interactive capabilities. The application is designed to meet a diverse range of needs, from simple single-message communication to complex, interconnected scenes featuring various interactive elements.

Whether used by parents, therapists, or caregivers, its user-friendly interface simplifies the process of importing photos and assigning actions to scenes. Users can customize each scene with engaging options such as audio messages, video clips, and Widgit symbols. Additionally, the drawing and painting tools enable the creation of personalized scenes. Scene linking allows for smooth transitions between scenes, supporting storytelling within the app.

Key Features include:

• Ability to record custom voice messages or utilize the integrated text-to-speech function
• Import and creation of short video files
• Access to over 12,000 Widgit symbols to enhance communication support
• Interactive hotspots that tag elements within a scene and assign specific actions
• Task prompter functionality delivering step-by-step instructions via audio or video
• An interactive scheduler for task management that connects different pages based on scheduled tasks
• The ability to link multiple scenes to create sequences, support narratives, or reinforce cause-and-effect understanding
• A library of pre-designed scenes with options to develop custom scenes easily
• An accessible photo library to manage and locate scenes efficiently
• Options to create communication books for sharing and printing
• The capability to share scenes on social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter
• Compatibility with Therapy Box Switch Box or RJ Cooper switch interfaces for enhanced accessibility
• A "touch anywhere" mode that leverages scanning technology to highlight active screen areas, allowing users to make selections by tapping anywhere on the screen

Feedback from users underscores its effectiveness: "Very helpful for children with Autism... assisted my patients in reducing communication breakdowns and frustration caused by limited language skills" (Children's Specialized Hospital). An assistive technology specialist notes, "Its versatility lends itself to satisfying many communication needs across a variety of user levels."

Professionals and parents have identified numerous applications for Scene & Heard, including:

• Single-message communication aids
• Communication passports
• Step-by-step video instructions for daily tasks
• Community-based activities such as ordering coffee
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• • Developing therapy tools
• Teaching basic concepts like cause and effect
• Creating video diaries
• Facilitating home/school communication
• Supporting social stories and narrative development
• Interactive educational games
• Sending interactive email messages or creating talking video postcards

The application is also available through Apple's Volume Purchase Program, offering eligible educational institutions a 50% discount.