Gadgets pave the way for learning
19.05.12
Technology can be the great equalizer for children and adults
with disabilities. Often referred to as assistive technology, these
programs can help with learning, classroom activities or homework
assignments. The following resources, programs and gadgets may help
your son maximize his learning potential.
Math Talking calculators, which vocalize each number, symbol or
operation when the calculator button is pressed, are popular
gadgets that can help struggling math students. Listening to the
numbers as they are being pressed into the calculator can help
students avoid errors and reinforces the process through an
auditory message. Talking calculators are available at many online
retail outlets. The TalkCalc app is designed for iPhone and iPad
and great for young children.
Reading Students who struggle with reading and comprehension may benefit
from audio books. Audible.com is an Amazon company that offers
books, radio shows, magazines and speeches as downloads for
computer, iPods and mobile phones. Bookshare.com offers accessible
titles that can be enhanced by assistive tools, like
text-to-speech, or you can order a book in embossed Braille.
Source: Chicago Parent