We’ve compiled an updated multi-platform list (some oldies, but goodies in there!) of 10 categories of our “go-to†apps that we frequently recommend for students with learning disabilities.
iOS
How to enable accessibility features on computers and other mobile devices
Many educators don’t realize that you can easily enable accessibility features on computers and mobile devices with a few clicks of the mouse. Not only is it easy to do, but it is also free!
There’s a special app for that – Part 11: Creative apps for digital storytelling
Welcome to Part 11 of “There’s A Special App For That†series on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad apps for students with special needs. In Part 11, we focus on creative apps for digital storytelling. These apps can help teachers and parents start a digital storytelling initiative in their school or home for their students and children with special needs.
Apps for Autism – Proloquo2Go featured on CBS News 60 Minutes
Proloquo2Go is one of the most popular augmentative and alternative communication apps for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. CBS’s 60 Minutes featured the impact of this app on communication for individuals with autism and their families. We embedded the video in the post for easy viewing.
There’s a special app for that – Part 10: Apps for behavior management and intervention
Welcome to Part 10 of “There’s A Special App For That†series on iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad apps for students with special needs. In Part 10, we focus on apps for behavior management and intervention. We start with examining a framework for behavior management and look at apps for various areas: analysis, charts, goals, rewards, transitions and modeling.