The document provides an overview of how iPads can be used to assist students with special needs in education. It discusses the ease of use, engagement, and accessibility features of iPads. It highlights built-in features like VoiceOver and Guided Access as well as popular education apps. The document also provides resources for selecting appropriate apps, deploying iPads, and using accessories to support different needs. Overall, the document promotes the iPad as an assistive technology that can enhance learning experiences through interactive content and universal design for learning.
Some see the iPad as one more way for people to find endless distractions and entertainments, a nail in the coffin for those who seek to "amuse themselves to death." Others believe the iPad is the best exemplar to date of the possibilities for extending human abilities to learn, connect, and create via powerful portable computing devices. Either way, the iPad and its ilk deserve attention from educators considering the future of teaching and learning. This session will open a conversation about the possibilities, in the hopes of helping participants to move beyond their preconceptions and biases.
Some see the iPad as one more way for people to find endless distractions and entertainments, a nail in the coffin for those who seek to "amuse themselves to death." Others believe the iPad is the best exemplar to date of the possibilities for extending human abilities to learn, connect, and create via powerful portable computing devices. Either way, the iPad and its ilk deserve attention from educators considering the future of teaching and learning. This session will open a conversation about the possibilities, in the hopes of helping participants to move beyond their preconceptions and biases.
Using iPads to support students struggling with literacy requirements of schoolSpectronics
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While the need for effective remediation is paramount for all students struggling with literacy, this workshop will be focused on using the iPad as a compensatory tool for students. While at the same time as being providing with effective literacy instruction, students also need to be getting on with the business of ‘reading to earn’ - accessing the curriculum and learning content across all their subject areas, and being engaged in meaningful communication and assessment of what they have learnt. Compensatory tools are essential in the provision of accommodations and adjustments for all students, and this will be the focus for this presentation.
Broad overview of the iPad and basic device management for students entering a program which requires the iPad. iPads were selected to:
- Reduce textbook purchase costs for students: students will be offered free and/or openly licensed digital textbooks access through the device.
- Mirror industry standard practices from the field: iPads are emerging as industry standard device for the collection of data in the field.
- Enable collaborative learning in the classroom: allow students to use iPads for group work in class and share projector.
Screenshots are from iOS7.
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Using iPads to support students struggling with literacy requirements of schoolSpectronics
This presentation will provide an opportunity for us to explore strategies and support tools proven to be effective in supporting students who are struggling with the literacy requirements in primary and secondary schools. In particular, addressing the needs of students who are struggling to keep up with the reading, writing or organisational tasks required of them. These students may be struggling because of learning difficulties/disabilities. Alternatively, they could be one of the growing numbers of ESL (English as a Second Language) students in our schools.
While the need for effective remediation is paramount for all students struggling with literacy, this workshop will be focused on using the iPad as a compensatory tool for students. While at the same time as being providing with effective literacy instruction, students also need to be getting on with the business of ‘reading to earn’ - accessing the curriculum and learning content across all their subject areas, and being engaged in meaningful communication and assessment of what they have learnt. Compensatory tools are essential in the provision of accommodations and adjustments for all students, and this will be the focus for this presentation.
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- Mirror industry standard practices from the field: iPads are emerging as industry standard device for the collection of data in the field.
- Enable collaborative learning in the classroom: allow students to use iPads for group work in class and share projector.
Screenshots are from iOS7.
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New demystifying the i pad as assistive technology for special education 2014
1. Demystifying the Apple iPad as Assistive
Technology for Special Education
Presented by: Jennifer Edge-Savage MS, EdS, OTR/L
Educational and Assistive Technology Consultant
Faculty Simmons College, Boston
jennifer@savedgetech.com
2. Why iPads in Special Education?
• Ease of use
• Mobility
• Flexibility in Representation, Expression and Engagement
• Engagement and Motivation of 21st Century Learners
• Tools for whole class instruction and interaction
• “Cool factor” = No more AT stigma
• Built-in Universal Accessibility options
• Numerous Accessories
– Stylus, Keyguards, Mounts, Cases
• 1.5 Billion iBooks: Textbooks are changing!
• 760,000+ apps / 40,000 Education apps:
– Interactive Content for ALL subject areas, Productivity,
Creativity, Collaboration, Special Education
• Potential to Transform Learning Experiences
3. Explore Basic iPad and iPad Accessibility Features:
GREAT new features in iOS7!
Popular iOS Features:
• Close Apps
• Swipe Between Apps
• Lock orientation
• Restrictions – to restrict access/use
• Keyboard Split
• Reader
• Group Apps in Folders
• Print via Airplay enabled printer
• There is no USB port –
– Accesses cloud storage and connect to
Peripherals via bluetooth
Settings ->Accessibility:
– VoiceOver
– Speak Text
– Highlight Spoken Text
– Guided Access (Lock
student in an app)
– Dictation (iPad 3 and
above)
– AssistiveTouch (for
students who can’t
physically use gestures)
– And many others
– NEW: built-in switch
access!!!!!
Accessibility videos: Dr. Luis Perez
http://www.youtube.com/user/lfperez72
4. There is an App for that!
• Communication/AAC Apps
• Note-Taking Apps
• Handwriting Apps
• Math Apps
• Reading Apps
• Text-to-Speech Apps
• Presentation Apps
• Creativity Apps
• Science Apps
• History Apps
• Organization Apps
• SO MANY MORE TYPES OF APPS!!!!
• Does your school have an “Appy Hour”?
7. There is an App for that! – Education Resources
10 Top Sites
Education:
• http://www.classthink.com/category/apple/ipad/
• http://setsig.iste.wikispaces.net/SETSIG+UDL+Playground+%2713
• www.appolicious.com
• 60 apps in 60 minutes
• http://ipads4kids.com/
• http://www.ipadsforeducation.vic.edu.au/education-apps
• www.appsineducation.blogspot.com
• http://www.appitic.com/
• http://www.diigo.com/bookmark/http%3A%2F%2Fedtechteacher.org%2Fin
dex.php%2Fteaching-technology%2Fmobile-technology-apps%2Fipad-
as?tab=people&uname=mobilelearning
• http://sigml.iste.wikispaces.net/Main
8. There is an App for that! – Special Education Resources
10 Top Sites
Special Education:
• http://spedapps2.wikispaces.com/home
• http://www.spectronicsinoz.com/apps-for-special-
education
• http://apps4stages.wikispaces.com/ (Framework)
• http://www.ipodsibilities.com/iPodsibilities/SpEd_Apps.ht
ml
• http://edudemic.com/2012/02/special-ed-apps/
• www.a4cwsn.com
• http://www.schrockguide.net/app-for-that.html
• www.otswithapps.com
• http://www.scribd.com/doc/24470331/iPhone-iPad-and-
iPod-touch-Apps-for-Special-Education
• http://ipadforlearners.wikispaces.com/APPS
9. BUT – It is not about the “tool”…
What is the Curriculum Connection? Student Need? GOAL?
• Joy Zabala’s SETT Framework: http://www.joyzabala.com/
– Student
– Environment
– Task
– Tool (comes LAST)
• App Rubrics
– Kathy Schrock & Harry Walker
– Jeanette VanHouten’s Special Education App Rubric
– Vincent Education App Checklist
– Globally Connected Learning’s iPad app Evaluation for the
Classroom
10. Deploying Apps & iDevices: Resources
Apple Resources:
• http://www.apple.com/education/special-education/
• http://www.apple.com/education/apps/
• http://www.apple.com/education/volume-purchase-
program/
Basic Licensing Info:
• For Personal use:
– Purchase ONCE and can install on all of your devices
• For Educational use:
– You need to buy one license of an App for each iOS device if that
device is used by multiple users or one license of an App per user if
that user is using multiple iOS devices.
– Volume Purchasing Program is available –Quantity 20+ discounts
– Apple Configurator or other MDM software to manage/deploy apps
• For all: You can have up to 5 iTunes Accounts on a device
11. Switch Accessible Apps
For an App to be Switch Accessible:
1. App Developer Built-In Switch Access
OR
2. App Developer Built-in VoiceOver Support (current trend)
Resources:
Jane Farrall & Alex Dunn Switch Accessible App List
www.ablenetinc.com Switches
For Voiceover Accessible apps: www.applevis.com
Over 50+ Switch Accessible apps now!
NEW: iOS7 is a Game changer!!!
13. Switch Access to iPads
For a switch to be used with an iPad, you need:
• Switch
• Switch Interface
– Bluetooth
– iPad port
• Switch Accessible Software (Built-in or using Voiceover)
• NEW with iOS7: BUILT-IN switch accessibility
– Screentap – Head tilt – External switches
– http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assistive-Technology/iPad-iPhone-
and-iPod-Accessories-Apps/iOS7
14. Using iPad as alternative computer access tool
• Panther Technologies
– Panther Connect $59.00 from iTunes Store
• Attainment
– Attainment Switch App $4.99 from iTunes Store
15. Using iPad for Whole Class Instruction?
• Want to project your iPad apps in class?
– $30 Apple 30-pin to VGA Adapter
16. View Apps on your computer?
• Reflection/Reflector App
– $15 www.reflectionapp.com
• Airserver
– $15 www.airserver.com
• Great for Presenting Webinars! ;-)
17. View and run computer Programs from iPad?
• Splashtop Remote Desktop App
– http://www.splashtop.com/splashtop2
– $6.99 from App Store
– Control your computer and computer
programs remotely from your iPad!
– Student could access Kurzweil 3000, Classroom Suite or other
Program installed on desktop computer and run it remotely via
iPad at desk
19. Resources for ongoing Learning:
People and Companies to follow for iPads in
Special Education/Assistive Technology:
– www.ablenetinc.com
– www.assistiveware.com
– www.inclusivetlc.com
– www.pretorianuk.com
– www.rjcooper.com
– www.prentrom.com
– www.cricksoft.com
– Mark Coppin http://assistivetech.ning.com/profile/MarkCoppin
– Alex Dunn http://smartinclusion.wikispaces.com/Smart+Inclusion+Home
– Jane Farrall www.janefarrall.com
– Luis Perez http://mobilelearning4specialneeds.wikispaces.com/home
– http://www.youtube.com/user/lfperez72
– Madalaine Pugliese www.apps4stages.wikispaces.com
– Eric Sailers: http://ericsailers.com/
– Kathy Schrock www.schrockguide.net
– http://www.schrockguide.net/ipads-in-the-classroom.html
– http://www.schrockguide.net/app-for-that.html
– Clint Stephens http://prezi.com/swceiv2g3bbt/60-educational-apps-in-60-minutes/
– Jeanette VanHouten http://jvanhouten.blogspot.com/
– Megan Wilson www.ipodsibilities.com
– And MORE!
20. Cool idea for using iPads to differentiate Instruction:
QR Codes
• A QR (Quick Response) code is graphic image which can be read quickly
by a mobile device through its camera. The QR Reader app then takes the
user directly to a website, video, text message, phone number or other
information
• Resources & Videos:
– http://www.schrockguide.net/qr-codes-in-the-classroom.html
– Black and White and Scanned All Over
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayW032sKtj8&feature=youtu.be
– http://www.lexrich5.org/webpages/kogen/files/qr%20codes%20in%20the%
20classroom.swf
Qrafter
Easy to Boot up – much faster than a computer
BUT – does not yet replace a computer…Productivity for teachers too! Common Core, IEP, ABA data, grading, etc.
275,000 apps this time last year in 2012 – now 760,000!!!
Hands-on - e
My personal favorite apps:
Evernote, Edmodo, Socrative, QRafterPro, Proloquo2Go, Splashtop, ATEval2Go, Common Core Standards, Pages, iBooks, Firefly, Educreations, Paperportnotes, Skitch, Dropbox, Dragon, SmartNotebook, Inspiration, iHomework, Panther Connect
Notability, Abillipad, VoiceDream, explain everything, calendar, apsgonefree