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About SymbolsInformation about symbols, who uses them and the development and structure of Widgit Symbols.
Symbol Websites and PublicationsLinks to websites for symbol readers as well as links to publication and articles that use or are about symbols.
Video ResourcesAn introduction to Widgit Symbols, looking at their schematic structure and scope.
Symbol Projects and ServicesInformation on Widgit's Accessible Information Services with examples of the symbol projects.
Accessible Information GuidesGeneral guides to writing accessible information from the Sensory Trust and Easy on the I.
Evidence of Symbol UseSee how symbols are being used in schools and the wider community.
Widgit provides expert advice in the development of bespoke symbol resources. Widgit will assist in symbol design, the creation of templates, symbol resources and more.
What are Symbols?
A brief introduction to the purposes of symbol languages and the different sets.
Who uses Symbols?
Information on the numbers of people in the UK who can be helped by symbols.
Widgit Symbols
About the Widgit Symbols - designed to support written information.
The Widgit Schema
Description of the Widgit Symbol schema, deisgn rules and conventions.
Using Symbols
Brief Guidelines to Symbolising
The basic rules for writing in symbols.
Guide to Symbols
Using symbols effectively in accessible information
A comprehensive guide to using the Widgit symbols. This guide talks through the different methods of symbolisation and practical advice on achieving good symbolised content.
Ideas for Using Symbols
All these ideas come with free resources and 'do it yourself' tutorials.
The Widgit Symbols Development
Project
The background and design criteria of the Widgit
Symbols (previously Rebus).
Free Symbol Updates
For Communicate: In Print 2, By Choice, SymWriter, Ideas and First Keys 3.
SymbolWorld is a FREE website for symbol readers, newly redeveloped with a new-look
and improved accessibilty features. With hundreds of articles, SymbolWorld has something for everyone.
www.youtube.com/widgitsoftware
Symbol Projects and Accessibility Services
Widgit’s Accessible Information Services provide expert advice in the development of bespoke symbol resources. Widgit experts will assist in symbol design, the creation of templates, symbol resources and more.
Widgit's Accessibility Services - Symbolisation services and publishing guidance.
Symbol Projects - A sample of symbolisation projects showing, documents, websites, and signage.
Accessibility Services Brochure.pdf - Information about Widgit's projects and services.
Factsheets and booklets
The Sensory Trust has created a number of useful factsheets and guidance booklets that you can download free of charge.
The Little Guide to Easy Information.pdf
Guide from Easy on the I,
Leeds Partnership NHS Foundation Trust.
Widgit Case Studies - See how Widgit Symbols are used in schools, local authorities and the wider community.
Symbols Inclusion Project
SIP Booklet.pdf - Symbols supporting inclusion in mainstream education.
Symbols in Education - Why we use symbols.
SIP Case Studies - How symbols have affected pupils' behaviour and understanding.
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