iSpeak Button vs LENA Grow

iSpeak Button is a single message talker. It is an affordable single communication button. You can record your own personal message, and play it back with the touch of a button. This is perfect for beginning communicators, and people who require a large button surface. You can record over your message as many times as you need. You can add custom text to your button. You can rotate the button from the settings instead of on-the-fly to prevent screen-flip stimming. Button comes in twelve different color choices. The color can be changed from the settings. Need to speak sequences? Search for "iSpeak Sequences", a single switch that says up to 10 phrases you record. Need a grid of buttons? Search for "iSpeak Grid" for up to 16 buttons per screen. Need a full AAC app? "iVocalize" is a great communication app with loads of features for under $10. How to use iSpeak Button: To configure your iSpeak Button, hit the little (i) symbol in the bottom right corner of your device. From here you can enter your text, choose your button color, and enable rotation. To record a message, hit the "Start Recording" button. The circle to the right of the button will spin, this is how you know it is recording. When you are done with your message simply tap the "Stop Recording" button. Be sure your device is capable of recording sound! iPad and iPad2 have built in microphones. All iPhones have microphones. iPod touches 2nd-3rd generation need you to plug in a mic, and 4th has a built in mic. More help can be found on our website: http://www.goatella.com/

LENA Grow is an app for early childhood educators designed to strengthen language-rich interactions in the classroom. Built for teachers participating in the LENA Grow program, the app provides clear guidance, tailored insights, and easy-to-use tools that support professional growth. With the LENA Grow Teacher App, educators can: - Set goals based on talk pedometer feedback from LENA devices - Review interaction metrics to monitor progress over time - Complete reflection prompts that help connect data to daily teaching practice - Receive reminders and guidance to help them complete the program - Build stronger, more responsive interactions that support children’s language development LENA Grow is used by early childhood organizations nationwide to support teachers, strengthen quality, and improve child outcomes. The app is intended only for approved LENA Grow programs and requires an authorized account.