Though an older post, this is still a good starting point for integrating QR codes into the classroom. The Mobile Native is a great blog for integrating mobile devices and focuses on younger students.
Though this version of the app doesn't have as many features, it's free! With an iPhone or iPad, students can create time lapse recordings so as to improve observational skills, document a laboratory, or create a digital story.
This app takes the book character into the virtual world. Students can create their own Flat Stanley adventures and contribute to a monitored community
GoClass is an interesting, free app for teachers that allows them to create lesson plans, poll students and disseminate information from a single app. Currently, registration is free.
Intellectual disability is a disability characterized by significant limitations both in intellectual functioning and in adaptive behaviour, which covers many everyday social and practical skills.
This is a great blog post about differentiating with iPads and other technologies to support individuals with intellectual disabilities. It also includes links to other great resources.
A great list of apps for students with special needs. It includes a description, cost, and links. Thanks to Meg Wilson at iPodsibilities for Tweeting this one out.
This free app creates a private diary that stays completely on iPad. For elementary students without the ability to create accounts, this could be a good solution. Notes can be exported via email.