Assistive, Inclusive & Learning Technologies

BigKeys and Assistive Technology

Head Start

• "When BIGKEYS was first field-tested in Head Start classrooms, we received overwhelmingly positive feedback."

• "Children are attracted to the keyboard, not intimidated by it (as they sometimes are by a standard computer keyboard)."

• "When asked what they most liked about BIGKEYS, the kids said the colors made it fun. They also see it as not just a toy but as something they know grown-ups use."

• "A child's attention is held long-term, and they feel success in their ability to actually use a computer."

• "Staff felt that the fine motor skill development was enhanced with BIGKEYS."

Typical Comments by Other Professionals

• "It's fantastic, I love it!"

• "Now that's how a kid's keyboard ought to work."

• "BIGKEYS feels like the alphabet, not like a keyboard."

• "Kids don't get frustrated looking for letters; in alphabetical order typing is simpler."

• "When presented with an alphabetical layout kids are more successful."

• "The BigKeys colored keys give an added visual input AND you can pop off the keys to rearrange them into the QWERTY position! What a bonus!!"

• "BigKeys is a great piece of assistive technology!"