Saturday, September 29, 2012

Switch accessible apps

21 page list by Jane Farrall on Switch Accessible apps. Thank You Jane :-)
http://www.janefarrall.com/html/resources/Switch%20Accessible%20Apps%20for%20iPad.pdf 
 

Friday, September 28, 2012

iLearn: An Introduction to Your New iPad for Special Educators

iLearn: An Introduction to Your New iPad for Special Educators

Wednesday October 3, 2012
9:00 AM until 2:00 PM


This hands-on workshop is for new iPad users. Participants will learn basic tips and tricks on operating, organizing and customizing their iPad, as well as how to take and manipulate photos and search efficiently for quality apps Participants will also get to interact with some of the best special education apps currently available. Invaluable resources and links will be provided. Your instructor, Susan Drouin is a licensed Speech Pathologist and consultant who works extensively with unique learners. It is recommended that you bring your own device for a hands-on experience. The cost for this workshop is $100 and checks or POs can be made payable to ERCSD-SPDC. A light breakfast and lunch will be served.
Location: 30 Linden Street, Exeter, NH
Click here to go to the Seacoast Professional Development Center calendar.

Sunday, September 23, 2012

How to put your iPad into "Guest User" mode with Guided Access | iMore.com

How to put your iPad into "Guest User" mode with Guided Access | iMore.com
 WOW new OS 6 features allows you to restrict some apps on the iPad, kinda of locks the screen and limits users, easily go unlock with a password. Maybe quite useful at times when you are wanting the iPad to be a communication device only:-)

Another article with Special ed focus Guided Access

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Autism Votes 60 sec video

Autism Votes 60 sec video Autism Speaks is working to make autism an unavoidable topic this fall for those who are seeking office. Please help me by watching this video below then registering for Autism Votes. Learn how you can make a difference for those living with autism today! Autism Votes - 11.6.12 because our 1 in 88 Can't Wait! Thanks!
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50 Best iPad Apps for Reading Disabilities - Online College Courses

50 Best iPad Apps for Reading Disabilities - Online College Courses
 Great post

Friday, September 14, 2012

Sue Drouin M.S., CCC-SLP, iDevice Workshops 2012.doc - Google Docs

Please click the link below to read the current iDevice Workshops Sue is currently offering. Her contact information is included in this document. If you are considering offering an iPad/iPod Touch workshop geared toward Special Education for your Staff, please take a momnet to read about these hands-on, informative workshops.

iDevice Workshops 2012.doc - Google Docs


Wednesday, September 12, 2012

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Tuesday, September 4, 2012

iCreate: Creating Custom Digital Content for your iPad

iCreate: Creating Custom Digital Content for your iPad

Friday September 21, 2012
9:00 AM until 2:00 PM


In this hands-on workshop, Sue Drouin will help participants create and edit images, make collages, create written materials, annotate readings, record and edit audio and video, create screencasts, digital stories, content specific flashcards, and vocabulary games. In addition they will also learn how to use iPad as a digital notebook, a study tool and organizational device. This workshop will be taught using mostly free apps. Participants will be emailed a list of free apps to download prior to the workshop. Resources for BYOC (Build Your Own Content) apps, lists of Paid apps and teaching with your iPad will be provided. If you are interested in taking your iPad to the next level, this is the workshop for you! There will be a light breakfast and lunch served. The cost for this workshop is $100 and checks or POs should be made payable to ERCSD-SPDC.
Location: 30 Linden Street, Exeter, NH
Click here to go to the Seacoast Professional Development Center calendar.