Author Archives: Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

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About Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

OTR/L with more than 35 years experience in pediatrics, school based therapy and adult rehabilitation. Masters of Science in Adaptive Education/Assistive Technology with 20 years experience in AT in education of elementary, middle school, secondary, post secondary students and work environments for adult clients. A RESNA Assistive Technology Practitioner with ACVREP CATIS credentials, AOTA Specialty Certification in Low Vision, USC Davis Executive Certificate in Home Modifications, servicing adults and students with disabilities in employment, education, and home environments. A 2020 graduate of the University of Alabama Birmingham Low Vision Certification Program.

7 Great Strength-Based UDL Programs & Apps for Students with Special Needs

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

See on Scoop.it – OT mTool Kit  Posted on February 18, 2013 by Thomas Armstrong “The rapid pace of new educational technologies has made it so that students with special needs can accomplish many things in the classroom that were … Continue reading →

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Medicare Approved iDevice for Communication

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Here is a tip offered by Assistive Technology Daily in a recent post that caught my attention due to the difficulty with getting funding for Apple based products for communication devices. FRS Custom Solutions  (Forbes Rehab Services), a Ohio based … Continue reading →

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Texting Ergonomics

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Virginia Hixson, OTR, CPE is the Ergonomic Editor for BellaOnline.com. I stumbled upon her article  “Texting Ergonomics” and found it an interesting read with research provided on posture and repetitive stress as a result of using handheld devices. Relevant to the … Continue reading →

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TooNoisy app

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

  I had the opportunity to attend a Wisconsin DPI Statewide Autism Training,  Advance Level, Addressing Communication taught by Kate McGinnity, Mary Graczk-McMullen and Daniel Parker. So much great information (I wish I could say I was at an advanced … Continue reading →

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WriteForSchool App – Free

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

WriteForSchool App, a handwriting iPad app is currently free (previously 5.99) for an unknown time. Here is some basic information about the WriteForSchool app from iTunes: WRITE FOR SCHOOL PROVIDES *A selection of international handwriting styles (fonts) used by your child’s … Continue reading →

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Geoboard App

Posted on February 16, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Geoboard app is a free iPad app providing an electronic method of producing geometrical designs on a 25 or 150 peg Geoboard. With 8 different colored bands, a wide variety of geometric models and levels of math instruction can be … Continue reading →

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RJ Cooper’s LargeKey and Big Blue Keyboards for the iPAD

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

RJ Cooper has been a developer of software and hardware for individuals with disability for along time with a commitment to adapting equipment for individuals with mobility impairments. Here is just one off the many adaptations he has developed allowing … Continue reading →

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Tarheel Reader makeover and new beaut features | The Spectronics Blog

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Tarheel Reader makeover and new beaut features from The Spectronics Blog We’ve blogged in the past about what a fantastic resource Tar Heel Reader is and how you can use this free collection of easy-to-read and accessible books for kids… … Continue reading →

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App of the week: iSolveIt | eSchool News

Posted on February 12, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

See on Scoop.it – Apps for Special Education Free Universal Design for Learning math apps Carol Leynse Harpold‘s insight: iSolveIt apps for math provided by Cast: MathSquared and MathScaled. Check them out!   Carol See on http://www.eschoolnews.com

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4KidCal App Gone Free This Week!

Posted on February 11, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Just a reminder that the app – 4KidCal is free this week from February 11th -19th! Interested in more information on the app? Check out a recent review on the 4KidCal App at this link:  http://wp.me/p1w0d0-1tj Enjoy! Carol

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