One of the major issues with current Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) applications and devices is the disconnect between the symbols and drawings that are used in the application/device and the real world. Many users need to not only learn the symbols and drawing used for communication, but they must [...]
I am pleased to announce that The Conover Company Functional Skills System software programs are now compatible with the iPod Touch and iPad. We began this project back in April of 2010 in response to former Apple CEO, Steve Jobs' announcement that, if publishers want their programs to be compatible [...]
As the beginning of a new school year looms closer, we start to think about things like test-taking, grades, and report cards. Although these conventional methods of measuring intelligence and academic achievement are necessary for compliance with state and national standards, they shouldn't be considered the be-all and end-all of a student's success. Over the years, research has proven that social/emotional intelligence is just as important as academics for achieving success in the classroom and beyond.
Online Training + Professional Development = Conover U One of the biggest challenges we face as a software company is making sure that our customers have adequate training to effectively use our programs. We understand that trying to figure out how to use a new software system can be intimidating, [...]
Unless you've been living in a cave for the past year or so, you've probably noticed the proliferation of mobile application development targeted at the special needs community. There are new developers coming up with new ideas for apps every day! As a parent or teacher of special needs students, [...]
In Part I of this two-part series, I gave you an idea of the history and the evolution of our Functional Skills System software program. While our mobile apps have come a long way since the early days of development, one thing has remained constant; we never stop focussing on [...]
We live in an exciting time. Technology is making it easier and easier for people with disabilities to function independently in their homes, workplaces, schools and communities. Things that were once thought impossible are now possible with the aid of these new innovations. Every day there are new tools available [...]
In last week’s blog I talked about the core assessment in our Anger Management Program, the Anger Management Map. The Anger Management Map is a research-based assessment of the core skills related to anger management. The Map assesses individuals on six scales, including Interpersonal Assertion, Empathy, Stress Management, Interpersonal Aggression [...]
Road rage, rape, murder and child abuse are just a few of the many tragedies our society suffers as a result of anger and violence. Understanding the cause and effect relationship between anger and violence can help us diffuse turbulent situations before they turn violent. Violence is often the result [...]
A couple weeks ago I went to Washington DC for the Children & Youth Action Network meetings put on by the Council for Exception Children (CEC). The purpose of the Children & Youth Action Network is to give coordinators a chance to communicate with elected officials on behalf of the [...]