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Author Archives: Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS
Technology for Sound Sensitivity
Sensitivity to sound, often referred to as auditory defensiveness or hyperacusis, can be a socially isolating condition hindering social participation for many of our clients or students. The Friendship Circle identifies different types of noise sensitivities as described in the … Continue reading
OrCam MyEye 2.0 – “A Game Changer”
A recent AT assessment with a client with low vision explored both computer based and handheld magnification tools as well as text to speech tools that would help her access print required of her online classes. Reading hard copy print (textbooks) is also … Continue reading
Fun with Math Apps — Tech it Issie
At the Beit Issie Shapiro School for Special Education, we are always looking for new ways to make the concepts and practice of math more relevant and engaging. Once a week, the occupational therapists and the teachers work together to … Continue reading
Posted in Apps for OT's, Math, Print Disabled, Uncategorized
Tagged education, Math apps, Primary Grades
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Otter AI – Recording and Transcription Service & App
Note taking is a frequent concern of students transitioning to post secondary education. Keeping pace with lectures delivered at a fast pace, spelling, processing information and writing notes simultaneously are just a few of the barriers for students and professionals. … Continue reading
KNFB Reader App on Sale
KNFB Reader Sale – $59.99 until July 10, 2018. The KNFB Reader app is one of those staple apps for individuals with low vision or blindness and for some individuals with a learning disability. Its efficient and accurate scanning tool (however … Continue reading
MiniGuide US: Haptic Feedback Device for the Blind — The Assistive Technology Daily
The Assistive Technology Daily provides a review of a new guide for individuals with visual impairment or deaf/blindness. MiniGuide US, developed by the American Printing House for the Blind is a haptic feedback tools that uses ultrasound to detect objects … Continue reading
Cyber Eyez M300 – smart glasses — Technology Options for Special Needs
The wearable technology options continue to expand providing more and more options for individuals with visual impairments. Check out the Cyber Eyez review as reposted from Technology for Special Needs. Smartglasses or smart glasses are wearable computer glasses that provide additional … Continue reading
iPad Mini Cases with Shoulder Straps
iPad Mini Cases with Straps The recent post “iPad Cases with Straps for iPad 9.7, iPad Pro and iPad 10.5” identified cases for the iPad 9.7 and 10.5 providing a method for clients to transport the iPad safely and hands … Continue reading
Posted in Accessories, iPad, iPhone, Transition
Tagged iPad accessories, iPad Case, iPad Mini, Shoulder straps for iPad cases
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Survey Says! Assistive Technology Writing Supports for Handwriting and Writing — AT and OT: Assistive Technology for OTs
As an occupational therapist (OT) that has certification in assistive technology (AT) from the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America (RESNA), I compiled a survey in preparation for a national AT conference in 2017. I developed a … Continue reading
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iPad Cases with Straps for iPad 9.7, iPad Pro 9.7 and iPad 10.5
Looking for case with a strap for your student or client’s iPad? Past searches for iPad cases with attachable shoulder straps provided limited choices in my experience. A recent search for a cases with strap options for clients using iPad for communication or access to … Continue reading
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