Integrating IPad Apps in the Classroom

In my previous blog post, I outlined the apps recommended by Lauren Meatty for use with autistic or nonverbal students. She explained  that when choosing apps, educators must consider the skill that is being taught. She discussed apps that focus on communication, writing, and motor skills and she explained that IPads can also be use as rewards and positive incentives.

I recognize the value and educational opportunity of IPads and would be very comfortable using them in the classroom.  In my current position at Cabrini's DRC, I believe that the communication apps for IPads could effective tools in providing text-to-speech for students with communication difficulties. In my previous position as a Title 1 Reading instructor, the Toy Story and library apps would have delighted an motivated my struggling elementary school readers. IPad would have also been a motivating incentive for my students as a reward for work well done. The Little Red Hen is a selection from IPad's "MeeGenius" children's library app.