Leveling the playing field with apps
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An opportunity to level the playing field for diverse learners has arrived. With the use of mobile devices and a set of apps, barriers to learning can be removed and will set the stage for access to learning for ALL learners.
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5 Accessibility Features Every Learner Should Know

5 Accessibility Features Every Learner Should Know | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
On the occasion of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) this week (May 19th), I created an infographic using Piktochart to highlight some of the iOS accessibility features that can benefit a wide range of diverse learners, not just those who have been labeled as having a disability. This post is an alternative representation for those who cannot…
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Share this wonderful resource created by Luis Perez with educators everywhere!

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8 Top Apps for Autistic Learners -- THE Journal

8 Top Apps for Autistic Learners -- THE Journal | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
Mobile technology and apps enable those who have special needs to function more freely and effectively in the classroom and out into the world.

 

"One benefit is portability. Family members can download apps to their phones, making communicating at a restaurant or at a park as simple as taking out the phone.

 

Watson's sons attend Giant Steps School in Southport, Connecticut, which uses mobile devices and apps to expand and improve the quality of education."

 

Learn more about the apps that are being employed at Giant Steps School and that are leveling the playing field for students there.

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FREE Online Summer PD! Apps Across the Curriculum! 8/17-9/4

FREE Online Summer PD! Apps Across the Curriculum! 8/17-9/4 | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
Join us for FREE Online Summer PD! Earn ECU's and Learn about Phenomenal Assistive Technology for your students! August 17-September 4th. 3.5 hours each week. Funded by CTD (Center on technology an...
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Join Diana Petschauer this summer as she presents this Free Online PD: "Apps Across the Curriculum! Supporting Struggling Learners on All devices & platforms! Free and Low Cost Assistive Technology Solutions" funded by CTD (Center on Technology and Disability).

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