This session will focus on the practical application of Clicker, Clicker Paint and ClozePro in the inclusive primary classroom. We will look at how these technologies incorporate Universal Design for Learning principles to target crucial literacy skills and address specific learning objectives across all areas of the curriculum.  We will examine a range of activities in each of the programs and offer ideas on their use with students across the primary age and ability range.

John and Ann Crick are both former teachers with extensive experience of teaching children with a wide range of special needs. Professionally they complement each other with their strong interests in technology and literacy, to head Crick Software in its provision of reading and writing tools, assistive technology and curriculum content. In 1993 John established Crick Software, releasing the first version of Clicker the following year, while Ann worked in the classroom incorporating early versions of the software into her teaching. Since then, they have worked together to develop high quality software that is both innovative and practical and makes a real difference to teaching and learning in schools all over the world. John and Ann maintain a strong commitment to the principles of Universal Design for Learning, demonstrated by the widespread use of their software not only in special needs environments, but also in mainstream settings. The company’s products have won many awards, and recently John and Ann were honoured with the Outstanding Achievement Award at the UK’s annual Education Awards.