As I was preparing for my iPad workshop with the Communication Sciences and Disorders faculty at a local university in December, I discovered this video. I’ve written here before about the iPad and Special Education. This video called “Special Education […]
Why iPad?
A short time ago I referenced a Wall Street Journal article on how the iPad and assistive apps are helping children with speech and communication difficulties. Next month I’ll be leading a workshop for faculty at a local university where […]
The iPad Is a Versatile, Inexpensive Assistive Device
Pete Mortensen, writing for Cult of Mac, tells how he depended on the iPad while traveling overseas for nearly a month. In his first article, he tells what tasks worked well on the iPad, comments on the gestural interface, and assesses […]
Traveling? Consider Taking the iPad and Leaving the Laptop
Denise Harrison, writing for THE Journal, takes a comprehensive look at the iPad and what it means for education. She considers the attributes of the device itself, as well as a number of apps and add-ons that make it a useful […]
iPads in Education – Useful Tools for Schools
A few weeks ago I wrote about how the iPad shows promise for helping children with autism. Today a Wall Street Journal article describes how the iPad is helping children with speech and communication difficulties.
iPad and Assistive Apps Help Children Communicate
Ian Wilson writes about iPads in Education. His site offers recommendations for apps in art, geography, history, literacy, numeracy, music, productivity and science. He also comments on why schools should use iPads. Most intriguing is his description of “technology spaces” as a means […]