PictogramAgenda
What is it?
It is a software developed in connection with the larger ARASAAC platform, in order to facilitate communication for all persons not able to use spoken language as main means of communication. The main focus of this particular tool is on the routine elements, on the need of this target group to follow a very well-set agenda, schedule and communicate around it whenever necessary.
Why is it important? / How can it help the professionals of the cultural sector?
Professionals in cultural sector need to understand the needs of various target groups, who are equally entitled to enjoy cultural heritage.
By means of this tool, a shared agenda for a dedicated museum visit can be created by the cultural professional together with the tutor or therapist of the person with neuro-cognitive disorders, in order to prepare him/her for the museum visit, and for the activities to perform at the museum.
Tool name
Tool type
Accessibility features
It is a software which provides the possibility of creating an agenda, a visual schedule, with the help of pictograms, in order to help people with neuro-cognitive disorders communicate
Multilingual support
The pictograms are universal and the software allows the usage of text information in Spanish and English
Public targeted
People with autism spectrum disorder, people with neuro-cognitive disorders, people with dyslexia and other learning difficulties
Open source / free / paid / other
Free content available online, by means of user registration
User Interface (UI) adaptability
n/c
Platform compatibility
Android, iOS, web
Installation and setup
One has to follow an easy installation and setup processes so that the tool may become available on one’s device.
Updates and maintenance
n/c
User support and documentation
Instructions are easy to follow, there is an email address provided where one can ask for support and/or more information
Integration with other tools
It can be easily integrated in ARASAAC and SoyVisual systems
Accessibility standards compliance
WCAG compliant
One/two examples of a project where the tool has been used
The tool has been used in working with children with autism to help them follow the daily routine and thus acquire useful information and ways to improve their behaviour
User feedback/success stories
The content being free, it can be adapted and integrated for the preparation of any lesson/ educational workshop, including one in the museum