Electronic touch tablets are taking over in schools and are used everyday in classrooms. Recently, I just did a research project on electronic touch tablets as a form of assistive technology so I have a lot of information to share with you. Tablets can be used for students who have communication disorders, autism, or behavior disorders. Actually, tablets can be used for anyone as a means of technology, but especially for those students that need the extra help. One thing that I like best about tablets, is that like computers, they can be designed for an individuals specific needs. If you go into the ease of access center, you can configure settings in regards to vision, hearing, motor skills, etc. Not to mention all the different apps you can download depending on the needs for the user. Another great thing about tablets is that they are portable. Therefore, the student can use the same device at home, school, community, etc. Additionally, an added benefit to electronic touch tablets is that they can be used simply as an educational tool. The bright screen and interactivity of a tablet make the device more attractive to special needs students which means they are motivated to learn. Lastly, tablets are very user friendly and require little to no training!
Some popular electronic touch tablets are...
- iPads
- LeapFrog
- Tabeo
- Kurio
- Meep
- Fun Tab
I currently have an iPad for personal use and I am considering bringing it into my classroom to try out with my students. However, because I work with kindergarten students it is important for them to learn responsibility first so that my iPad does not get broken! Check out the video below to see how iPads can be used as assistive technology to students with autism.
http://assistivetechnology.about.com/od/ATCAT6/a/Transforming-The-Classroom-Tablets-As-Assistive-Technology.htm
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