"The iPad wasn't designed with autistic children in mind, but, anecdotally, the results are seemingly miraculous," say's well known technology bloggers (and Apple Critic) John Gruber.
This informative, fast moving presentation will describe the revolution in computing that is occurring around us and how that change will affect the people who use assistive technology as well as those who support them. From Apple's iOS (the operating system used on the iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad) back to the One Laptop per Child XO, this session will give participants the background knowledge to understand what the new technologies consist of, how they work, and how they can be used to help students. A review of how the iOS can be used in the following domains will be provided: assistive technology, communication, literacy, learning, organization, and play.
The purpose of this group is for members to share information, news, resources, and ideas for using the iPad, iPod Touch, and iPhone in special education.