Came across a great article written by Helen Teague entitled “Using Technology Tools to Encourage Reluctant Writers”. It is especially useful for older students. It would make a great hand out to provide to teachers to add some fresh ideas to motivate students to write.
Do any of your students have difficulties with typing emails or texting short messages? Ever find that you need to remind yourself of something but do not have your hands free to jot a note? Check out Dial2Do. To use the service, call Dial2Do with a caller ID enabled phone, speak your quick reminder (20 […]
Here is a FREE open source drawing software for children – Tux Paint. It is suitable for children ages 3-12. There are many drawing tools such as paintbrush, line tools, shape tools rubber stamps and magic tools. There is even sound effects. You can translate any text into many languages. If you like Kid Pix […]
There are constantly new iPod, iPhone and soon to be on the iPad applications for education. It is hard to keep up with them all or find them even. Here are 2 great compilations of applications for education. EUSD iRead iphone and ipod applications for (Special) Education Do the children that you work with use […]
If you work with any children or adults who are moderately to severely disabled you may want to learn more about one switch access. OneSwitch.org is a comprehensive website on: how to adapt electronic gadgets and computer controls for one switch access, ideas for one switch use, gaming suggestions and more. Worth a look.
A review in Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology reported on the use of assistive devices and technology in people with cerebral palsy. Twenty four studies were found and each study had less than 10 participants. Computer task performance was tested although only three groups studied ease and comfort of use. The researchers recommend that more […]
Voice Thread is a tool to talk about pictures, documents or videos. For those children who have difficulty with written assignments, why not try using voice thread. The child can record his/her voice to go along with pictures or videos. There are so many ideas of how to use Voice Thread on their website. Check […]
The current issue of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy reports on a small study done in a Virginia school district on the benefits of assistive technology. Thirteen students were followed regarding the benefits of assistive technology in reaching IEP goals compared to 9 other interventions including related services, tutoring, curriculum changes and more. According […]
I came across a comprehensive website for evaluating a student’s needs for writing. The Montgomery County Public Schools of Rockville, MD has developed a Written Productivity Profile (WPP). All of the forms and directions are on the website to evaluate a student’s handwriting versus typing abilities. There are also tools to evaluate spelling. What a […]
The Art Zone is a website that offers free online tools to create amazing artwork. It is maintained by the National Gallery of Art in Washington. This is fun for all ages. If you work with any children who use a computer instead of pen and paper, this would be a great modification to use […]