1. There’s An App For That Lauren Kravetz Bonnet, M.A., CCC-SLP JugnuAgrawal, M.Ed., M.Sc.
2. A Review of the Literature Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
3. Research Handheld devices can leverage the power of technology to enable all students to succeed (Gulchak, 2008). There is a direct correlation between the amount of student learning and personal development and the student involvement in the program (Astin, 1985). Teachers in this generation are more aware of the motivational benefits from using technology in special education (Rao, Dowrick, Yuen, & Boisvert, 2009). Due to the ubiquitous adoption of mobile devices in our society, mobile technology offers a contextual and authentic medium for learning (Fisher & Baird, 2007).
4. Research ((continued) In a study done in a graduate level History class, Vess (2006) found that the use of iPod created a learner-centered environment, created continuous engagement, and active learning along with a strong sense of community. Video iPod was found to be an effective instructional tool in increasing independent responding of an individual with developmental disabilities in a community based employment setting. This also led to decrease in outside prompting (Laarhoven et al. 2009). iPods were used with 8th grade literature classes. It was found that students developed deeper understanding of the concepts taught, were actively engaged and happy (Bauleke, & Herrmann, 2010). Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
5. Benefits of Using Mobile Technology Mobility Integration/Access Relevance Information Management Student Engagement Differentiated Learning Academic Choice Instant Classroom Learning UDL Addresses working memory, specific needs, executive functioning Learning stations/centers Immediate feedback Personalization Multi-sensory/interactive Cost effective More ways to access, participate, and demonstrate learning! Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
6. Communication Dragon Dictation Proloquo2go TapSpeak Tap To Talk iComm iConverse SmallTalk Aphasia Speak It Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
7. Math Math Magic Pop Math iCalc Math Brain Clockmaster Numberline Counting Bills & Coins Units Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
8. Language and Literacy Chicktionary 300 Blanks BB Magic Lite Chicktionary 300 Stanza Kids Genius Word Magic YouNote Brain Box Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
9. Writing Dragon Dictation Abc Pocket Phonics Lite Grammar Jammers Use Your Handwriting Writing Prompts Madlibs Story Maker Skill Builder Spelling Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
10. Science Discovery Channel NASA Weather HD National Geographic 3D Brain AnimalSound How Stuff Works Video Science Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
11. History/Social Studies Stack the States Brain Pop On This Day D.C. Trip USPresidents History Channel The White House Google Earth Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
12. Art, Creativity and Innovation Draw Free Spin Art Laser Lights Ooze Zoo Sketch HD Art of Glow Fluidity Anemona Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
13. Music Virtuoso Beatwave Shazam Xylophone! HD Classical Guitar DrumSet Violin Solos Classical Lite MusicHouselite Pandora Radio Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
14. Foreign Language iSpeakSpanish iSpeak Arabic iSpeak Hindi American Sign Language Alphabet Game iSpeak Italian iSpeak French QTranslator Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
15. Spanish Spanish Articulation Probes Spanish Grammar: Ser/Estar Play2learn Conjugation Nation Learn Spanish and Play Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
17. Organizers First Then My Classes Awesome Note 2Do Lite Evernote Stickies ShopListFree StudentLife Organizer Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
18. Early Childhood Wipe & Learn Swapsies Free ABCs and Me Alphabet Zoo The Wheels on the Bus Morning Routines Alphabet ABA Farm Animals Photo Touch Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
20. ABA Function Class Feature What Goes Together What Rhymes Healthy Habits What Does Not Belong Fruits & Nuts Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
21. Social Skills Stories2Learn Off We Go - Plane Going Places Off We Go - Dentist AutismXpress Functional Skills System EveryDay HD Face-cards F Functional Skills System Manners HD Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
22. Life Skills Functional Skills System Hygiene HD iDress NextBus Functional Skills System Community HD Metro Everyday Skills Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
26. References Astin, A. W. (1985). Achieving educational excellence: A critical assessment of priorities and practices in higher education. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass. Bauleke, D. S. & Herrmann, K. E. (2010). Reaching the “iBored”. Middle School Journal, 33-38. Gulchak, D. J. (2008). Using a mobile handheld computer to teach a student with emotional and behavioral disorders to self-monitor attention. Education and Treatment of Children, 31, 567-581. Fisher, M., & Baird, D. E. (2007). Making mLearning work: Utiliting mobile technology for active exploration, collaboration, assessment, and reflection in higher education. Journal of Educational Technology Systems, 35(1), 3-30. Laarhoven, T. V., Johnson, J. W., Laarhoven-Myers, T. V., Grider, K. L. & Grider, K. M. (2009). Journal of Behavioral Education, 18, 119-141. Rao, K., Dowrick, P. D., Yuen, J. W. L., & Boisvert, P. C. (2009) Writing in a multimedia environment: Outcomes for high school students in special education. Journal of Special Education Technology, 24, 27-39. Vess, D. L. (2006). History to go: Why iteach with iPods. The History Teacher, 39, 479-492. Bonnet & Agrawal, 2011
