Using IOS devices to support students receiving Special Education Services - PowerPoint Presentation

Using IOS devices to support students receiving Special Education Services Erica Roberts, MS, CCC-SLPSpeech Language PathologistDerry Township School District The Sky is the Limit!

Use of IOS devices in Special EducationWe currently have staff members at all levels (ECC, Primary School, Intermediate School, Middle School, and High School) who are using ios devices to support instruction.Devices are being used to support IEP goals Devices are being used to track IEP data Devices are being used to increase student participation across curricular areas General accessibility features available on ios devices are assisting student’s in assignment completion

Built-in Accessibility FeaturesiPads have features that are “built in” to the device itself to assist with various needsSome examples include:Vision Hearing Physical and Motor Skills Image taken from http://www.apple.com/accessibility/ipad/vision.html

VISION:Voice-OverZoomInvert ColorsSpeak SelectionTactile Buttons Large Text Audible Alerts http://www.apple.com/accessibility/ipad/vision.html

HEARINGFaceTime (allows for use of sign language or lip reading)Closed Captioning (can buy or rent from iTunes store) Headphone Jack (to plug in amplifiers or ear buds) Bluetooth Audio Mono Audio (can route right and left channel audio source into both ear buds-can accommodate for hearing loss in one ear by hearing both channels in one ear) iMessage (works like text messaging and is unlimited between anyone using i-devices)Visual Alerts (mail alerts can be displayed)http://www.apple.com/accessibility/ipad/hearing.html

PHYSICAL AND MOTOR SKILLSThin, lightweight designLarge Multi-touch displayAssistive Touch (can use multi-touch gestures or a stylus)Tactile buttons for sleep/wake, volume and home button Orientation of device can be changed Word prediction when using onscreen keyboard Can use external keyboards with iPadhttp://www.apple.com/accessibility/ipad/physical.html

Accessibility Accessories for the iPadStylus Pen for accessSwitch Access Blue2 Bluetooth Switch Bluetooth Super Switch Bluetooth Switch Interface Switches typically only work with switch accessible appshttp://www.janefarrall.com/html/resources/Switch%20Accessible%20Apps%20for%20iPad.pdf Images taken from: http :// www.ablenetinc.com/Assistive-Technology/Computer-Access/Blue2%E2%84%A2-Bluetooth%C2%AE-Switch http:// www.rjcooper.com/bluetooth-super-switch/index.html http:// www.rjcooper.com/bluetooth-switch-interface/index.html http://www.theipadnews.com/best-ipad-styluses-review /

Accessibility Accessories for the iPadMounting OptionsiPad Daessy Mount iPad Mounting System from Enabling Devices Images taken from:http://www.daessy.com/dms/components/ipadh.html http://enablingdevices.com/catalog/AdaptedElectronics/iPad_Accessories/ipad-mounting-system

Accessibility Accessories for iPadDurable Cases (there are a ton out there-these are just a few examples)Otterbox Kraken Trident Grip-Case GumDrop Drop Case Images taken from: http ://pinterest.com/lasenders/ipad-cases-kids-incl-special-needs / http://www.tridentcase.com/shop-products/tablets-ereader-tablets-ereader-apple-ipad-2 /

CommunicationSeveral students in the district are using communication apps on iPads or iPod touchesThere are hundreds of apps available! One resource for communication apps can be found at: http :// www.spectronicsinoz.com/article/iphoneipad-apps-for-aac All apps are NOT created equalFeature matching and the process of evaluating the need and appropriateness of an i-device with a communication application is still required (just like it would be with any other communication system or device)

Sample page from App Evaluation Rubrichttp://www.praacticalaac.org/download/RELAAACs%20AAC%20Lang%20App%20Rubric%20DRAFT.pdf

Picture Based Communication AppsProloquo2go ($189.99)Images taken from: http:// www.assistiveware.com/product/proloquo2go

Picture Based Communication AppsSonoflex ($99.99) Images taken from: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sono-flex/id463697022?mt=8

Picture Based Communication AppsSounding Board (currently free, limited features)Fewer iconsDisplay and array size limited Image taken from: http://www.ablenetinc.com/Assistive-Technology/Communication/SoundingBoard

Text to Speech AppsVerbally (free version available, upgrade available for $99.99) Image taken from http://verballyapp.com/about_us.html

Text to Speech AppsPhrase Board (free)Limited featuresOn-screen keyboard Image taken from https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/phrase-board/id380424676?mt=8

Text to Speech AppsSpeak It ($1.99) Image taken from https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/speak-it!-text-to-speech/id308629295?mt=8

BehaviorBehavior LensApp that tracks IEP goals and keeps records of student progressBeing used in High School and Middle School emotional support classrooms Image taken from: http://www.behaviorlensapp.com/

Working on Student IEP GoalsMany learning support teachers and related service providers across the district have devices to be used instructionally with studentsUsing i-devices increases student motivation and engagement Provides meaningful and educational ways to target IEP goals and skills Integrates 21 st century learning skills and a 21st century learning environment

Examples from Elementary Learning SupportShow Me: One teacher described how she is using the Show Me app in conjunction with the Wilson Reading Program“I take a snapshot of the stories and use “Show me” to have the student’s record their readings while scooping.  I then have them listen to the story back and follow along to see if they made any mistakes .” Doodle Buddy: Used for practicing writing and spelling lists QR Codes: One teacher uses QR Codes to teach the background of a story prior to reading. Students then use the IPAD to scan the QR codes to take them to a site that gives them more background or answers questions based on the story.Educreations App: having students record a picture or word summary for Visualizing and Verbalizing Program and then listening to themselves.Count Money App: to support a math goal

ShowMe Interactive Whiteboard App (free) Image taken from: https :// itunes.apple.com/us/app/showme-interactive-whiteboard/id445066279?mt=8

QR Codes (can create for free at http://qrcode.kaywa.com/)

Examples from Middle School Emotional SupportBehavior Lens for tracking IEP goalsIncentive Tool for students to support behavior plansRelaxing/Time Out apps to give students a break or to get them back on track

Examples from High School Emotional Support, Multiple Disabilities Support, and Autism SupportBehavior Lens for tracking IEP goalsiBooks for social stories (can share between devices) Projecting apps from the iPad to a projection screen, making visual access to iOS applications more efficient. iDress  for weather app:  helps students to visually select clothing appropriate for the weather outside. Camera and video function:  used to capture realtime evidence of student participation, skill demonstration and create artifacts.

iDress for Weather App ($1.99) Image taken from: https ://itunes.apple.com/us/app/idress-for-weather/id385227220?mt=8

Examples from High School Emotional Support, Multiple Disabilities Support, and Autism SupportSoundingBoard App: used to create virtually instantaneous communication boards with voice output.  Can take photos in the moment and upload to a board to make a board that supports some of the spontaneous activities and exchanges that occur . Pinterest :  transition programming development using the Pinterest app, allowing students to develop skills in using current social networking sites.Weather app:  students practice functional application of finding the weather, just like we do:  by going on the internet! Image taken from: https :// itunes.apple.com/us/app/pinterest/id429047995?mt=8

Examples from High School Emotional Support, Multiple Disabilities Support, and Autism SupportTimers:  used for visual reinforcement of time left for on-task activity or time left before an activity is “all done”.Calculator app:  used to increase the kinesthetic aspect of computing math using age appropriate resources. iHeart Radio:  used to allow students to make their own selections for what they want to listen to, the genre of music, etc., which helps develop independent living skills in leisure and choice making Virtual manipulatives app:  used to increase the kinesthetic nature of using manipulative to complete functional daily living tasks and vocational development activities.

Jumbo Calculator App (Free) Image taken from: https :// itunes.apple.com/us/app/jumbo-calculator/id361121377?mt=8

Examples from High School Learning SupportTimed checklist with audio cues to serve as a visual reminder to promote task initiationHidden Curriculum App (unspoken and unwritten social rules)Pictures and Videos for social skills and teaching background information for course content iPad with wireless keyboard and Google Docs for assignments

Hidden Curriculum App ($1.99)

Examples from Speech/Language CliniciansQuick Voice App: record speech or language samples for assessment or for student’s to monitor their speaking or langauge skills Camera: this feature allows the SLP to take pictures to create visuals for social, behavioral, or communication needs quickly and efficiently Video: this features allows SLP’s to use video clips for video-modeling of various social cognitive skills in social thinking groups Talking Tom: for expressive language practice Various apps to target specific language skills (e.g., Using I and Me; Let’s Name Things; WH questions, Story Maker, Fact or Opinion; Sort it! For Kids, the list could go on forever!)Merriam-Webster Dictionary App: for looking up vocabulary word definitions, has a feature that will pronounce word for studentZite: has articles that can be used for language comprehension (for older students)QR Codes: can be used to support initiation of tasks without verbal prompting neededAurasma Lite: for video modeling of specific skills that can be linked to a picture or icon

Using I and Me (free)Super Duper Publications

Let’s Name Things Fun Deck (free)Super Duper Publications

Examples from Occupational TherapyPracticing isolated finger control and use of the index finger for a point by using apps that allow playing of musical instrumentsUse of motivating apps or engaging videos played on the iPad to develop visual tracking skills (an important foundational skill for using the eyes for choice-making and communication) Handwriting apps to practice letter formation with students Dragon Dictation App

Music Therapy InternshipA Hershey High School student is doing an internship with John Gabrielle in the Middle SchoolThe student has scheduled sessions with several classroom teachers to integrate musicUsed iPad with guitar students "to provide an enjoyable singing activity to music enabling children with autism to improve verbal and cognitive skills ”Used the song "Call Me Maybe" and other songs and changed the lyrics so that they reflect actions or what one should do when presented with a problem, e.g., "I need to leave the room?", "What is your name?"

This presentation included a brief summary of some of the implementations we have accomplished in the last two years. We hope to continue on this path towards 21st century learning to continue providing engaging and meaningful opportunities for student learning! QUESTIONS?

THANK YOU! Additional images taken from: http://blog.vocovision.com/telespeech/ http://kidshealth.org/parent/general/aches/occupational_therapy.html