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Tech Corner - November 2010
Frequently Asked Question
Question: I heard PEATC recently came out with Version 2 of their IEP Checklist app. Is this true? If so, what is the difference and where can I find additional information?
Answer:
This is indeed true! Version 2 of the IEP Checklist iPhone app is now available! The IEP is an Individualized
Education Program designed to support the educational needs of school aged
students with disabilities. The IEP Checklist App helps parents of students with
special needs become better-informed advocates by making IEP information easier
to access. Version 2 has active links to the relevant language in the federal
regulations; allows users to record the IEP meeting or record notes; and has the
capacity to print out notes and click on a checklist as requested items are
discussed.
Click here for additional information!
Feature: iPod and iPad Resources
iPod and iPad Resources
App 101: iPod/iPad for Education
App has been used as a shorthand term for applications and has recently become popular to indicate specifically a mobile application. App as a term grew even more in popularity with the opening of Apples App Store which can be accessed through iTunes. In our new App Corner in Tech Notes we have highlighted mobile applications This month we will highlight app resources to help you learn more about using apps both at home and in the classroom.
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Learning with the iPod Touch and iPhone - www.apple.com/education/ipodtouch-iphone Learning with the iPod Touch and iPhone is information brought to you by Apple, the makers of the iPod Touch and iPhone. They devote a section of their website to Apple Education. The page discusses not only apps for education but highlights a variety of features built into the iPod Touch/iPhone that make it a classroom solution including iTunes U where video and audio podcasts are available from a variety of universities. |
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Moms with Apps - momswithapps.com Moms with Apps is a group of parents who develop parent and family friendly apps. They also develop relationships with companies that develop family friendly apps and feature them on their site. App Friday is a popular event where they feature a free or reduced price app, available for that free or reduced price only on that Friday. |
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This Week in Tech (TWIT): iPad Today - twit.tv/ipt This Week in Tech or TWIT has its roots in cable television with a show that featured the latest in technology news. Using new and cutting edge technology and at the request of their many fans they started recording video and audio conversations about what was new in technology. iPad Today is one of several shows that they feature. iPad Today show hosts share their opinion on the best apps and the most helpful tools. |
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Connsense Bulletin - Apps for Education May 2010 - www.connsensebulletin.com/2010/05/apps-for-education/ This listing of apps was compiled by Carolann Cormier, MS, CCC-SLP, ATP from Cromwell, CT as a handout resource. The resources features apps which are llisted by category. The resource list also includes a listing of resource sites. There are no hyperlinks so you will have to look up each app you are interested in through iTunes. The handout is also a reminder to read the reviews and ratings of other users before making a purchasing decision. |
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Speech Language Pathology Sharing - www.slpsharing.com/app-resources Speech Langauge Pathology Sharing is a blog written by Speech Language Pathologist Eric Sailers. A portion of his blog is dedicated to app resources including some that he has developed. |
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The Parent Center Network site offers many PDF files for download, which require 