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Animal Assisted Therapy for Special Needs Children - 0 views

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shared by Cyndi Sitterding on 28 Sep 13 - No Cached

Kids and animals are a natural combination. Pets are great companions, and they teach the value of responsibility to children. For children with disabilities, this companionship is particularly invaluable, as they may have trouble making friends with kids their own ages because of low self-esteem. Animals give children an opportunity to connect with another living being, which is extremely important to any child's development.
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Cyndi Sitterding on 28 Sep 13

National site promoting animal therapy for special needs children. Highlights horses, dolphins, and dogs.

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The iPad-Breaking New Ground in Special Education - 1 views

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kayla short on 02 Oct 13

This article provides another view on the cost effectiveness and the uselfulness that the iPad provides in all classrooms, especially for autistic students. It describes a pilot research study that proved to support integrating the iPad into special education curriculums because of the wide range of uses and tools it provides. One of the main points the researcher argued is that the iPad has multiple uses and can replace the many devices that are apparent in special education programs.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article provides another view on the cost effectiveness and the uselfulness that the iPad provides in all classrooms, especially for autistic students. It describes a pilot research study that proved to support integrating the iPad into special education curriculums because of the wide range of uses and tools it provides. One of the main points the researcher argued is that the iPad has multiple uses and can replace the many devices that are apparent in special education programs. </div>

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The iPad-Breaking New Ground in Special Education | District Administration Magazine - 1 views

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Kaitlyn Gagner on 06 Oct 13

iPad's, unknowingly, have become a very helpful tool for children with Autism. There are pilot studies researching how effective the iPad's really are.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">iPad's, unknowingly, have become a very helpful tool for children with Autism. There are pilot studies researching how effective the iPad's really are.</div>

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ThinkMind(TM) Digital Library - 0 views

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Dani Irwin on 01 Oct 13

This is just the Abstract but if you click the 'Download full Article' it will load onto computer as a pdf. This is an assessment of two studies regarding Ipad's as assistive technology in special education.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is just the Abstract but if you click the 'Download full Article' it will load onto computer as a pdf. This is an assessment of two studies regarding Ipad's as assistive technology in special education.</div>

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Dani Irwin on 01 Oct 13

This is just the Abstract but if you click the 'Download full Article' it will load onto computer as a pdf. This is an assessment of two studies regarding Ipad's as assistive technology in special education.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This is just the Abstract but if you click the 'Download full Article' it will load onto computer as a pdf. This is an assessment of two studies regarding Ipad's as assistive technology in special education.</div>

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The use of Assistive Technology in Special Education - 3 views

www.peabody.k12.ma.us/404 This website contains a ton of information on Assistive Technology resources. It also has links to other websites that use technology to help students understand, learn,...

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The iPad-Breaking New Ground in Special Education | District Administration Maga - 1 views

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John DiDonna on 09 Oct 13

This article talks about how useful ipads are for autistic students. It also briefly talks about a study done in Orange County on the use of ipads with autistic students.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article talks about how useful ipads are for autistic students. It also briefly talks about a study done in Orange County on the use of ipads with autistic students.</div>

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How pets benefit child development - 1 views

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Walking a dog or running in the yard and throwing a ball are great ways to exercise the dog as well as for children to get away from sedentary indoor activities and move around. Small motor skills can be encouraged by allowing children to scoop food and pour water into dishes, and by helping to groom them
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Children are more prone to approach and interact with another child who is playing with a pet. In this way, a pet can be the bridge between a less socially outgoing child and other potential playmates.
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Pets can facilitate various aspects of emotional development such as self-esteem and a sense of responsibility.
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Encouraging children to read about their favorite pet or to take part in obedience classes with a parent and the pet can all encourage a child's cognitive development as it sparks the desire for learning. Bringing the child along to a veterinarian appointment will give him a chance to ask questions about proper care and his pet's health.
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Pets as therapy
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Because of the special bond that often develops between pet and child, pets can sometimes fill the role of comforter. Since the relationship is non-judgmental from the pet's perspective, a hurting child might be more willing to initially trust a pet than a person
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Cyndi Sitterding on 01 Oct 13

Focus on the benefit of pets for children.

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- iPad Apps to meet IEP Goals - 0 views

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Whitney Burton on 03 Oct 13

This article provides a list of iPad apps that meet IEP guidelines for children that are classified as autistic or that are developmentally disabled. It describes the goals that are met and even provides a short video of "How the iPad Meets IEP Goals."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article provides a list of iPad apps that meet IEP guidelines for children that are classified as autistic or that are developmentally disabled. It describes the goals that are met and even provides a short video of "How the iPad Meets IEP Goals."</div>

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Why the iPad Is Such a Helpful Learning Tool for Children With Autism. - 0 views

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shared by Riley Gallagher on 06 Oct 13 - No Cached

Riley Gallagher on 06 Oct 13

This page goes into detail about how and why iPads benefit students on the autism spectrum as well as other students with special needs. The article also shares about nonprofit organizations that have helped to provide iPads for families of children on the autism spectrum.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This page goes into detail about how and why iPads benefit students on the autism spectrum as well as other students with special needs. The article also shares about nonprofit organizations that have helped to provide iPads for families of children on the autism spectrum.</div>

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Video Proves Highly Effective for Teaching and Providing Positive Behavior Support - 0 views

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shared by Tara Mazza on 07 Oct 13 - Cached

Tara Mazza on 07 Oct 13

This summary of articles from various resources reports the positive outcomes when video modeling was used for teaching social behavior and language, literacy skills, and motor skills.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This summary of articles from various resources reports the positive outcomes when video modeling was used for teaching social behavior and language, literacy skills, and motor skills.</div>

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