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.

Smartpen use by ASU students with Learning Disabilities

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

See on Scoop.it – Assistive Tech at SFSD csleynse‘s insight: Students’ comments on the use of the Livescribe Echo Pen. One of the connections that can be created with the Livescribe Desktop software is using the Pencast Player app for … Continue reading →

Posted in Adults with LD, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Middle School, Note Taking, Occupational Therapy, School Based Interventions, Special education, Uncategorized, Writing | 2 Comments

Fish School App

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

Fish School is an app for your iPad (iOS 3.2 or later) from Duck, Duck Moose currently $1.99.  An app for toddlers and preschoolers, it features colorful fish that swim along and teaches the basics –ABC’s, numbers, and shapes (& … Continue reading →

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Best Apps for 4 Year Olds – Kindertown

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

See on Scoop.it – Apps for Special Education The KinderTown app helps busy parents find the best educational apps for kids ages 3-6 years old. Download it on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch and teach your little one something … Continue reading →

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Go Go Games App for Students with Autism

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

See on Scoop.it – OT mTool Kit Carol Leynse Harpold‘s insight: New app for students with Autism called Go Go Games. Visual matching activities are some of the features of this app. Are you familar with this app? Carol See … Continue reading →

Posted in Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Autism, Game, Game Apps for Special Needs, Uncategorized, Visual Perception | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Creating Relaxation Slide Shows on your iPod Touch

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

Looking for a fast easy way to create a relaxation slide show with favorite pictures and music on your iPhone/iPod without purchasing music or an app? The iPod Touch is a great personal device for students or clients to aid self-regulation. … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Education, Emotions, High School, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Mental Health, Middle School, Music app, Occupational Therapy, Photo, Rest and Sleep, Self-regulation, Sensory Apps, Sensory Apps for ASD, Special Needs | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Comments Off on Creating Relaxation Slide Shows on your iPod Touch

20 Calming Apps For Stressed-Out Students (And Teachers) – Edudemic

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

See on Scoop.it – OT mTool Kit The picture of college that we get from Hollywood is usually one where everyone is happy, carefree, and laid back, giving no thought to tomorrow. Carol Leynse Harpold‘s insight: Edudemic provides a variety … Continue reading →

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With Fleksy, Blind and Sighted Users Can Type on Phones and Tablets Without Seeing the Screen | Free Resources from the Net for EVERY Learner

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

See on Scoop.it – OT mTool Kit Carol Leynse Harpold‘s insight: Paul Hamilton’s Edublog post features a new way to key on your smartphone. Check it out an trial this for yourself. Then share it with an individual with a … Continue reading →

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Can’t Find Your Keys? – Here’s the App for That…

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

CobraTag App (free for iPhone, iPad and Android) An adult client I evaluated with organizational challenges identified one of the main concerns was locating keys. Although this was not the only area of organizational concern, it was one of the most important … Continue reading →

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Leo’s Pad 1 & 2

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

 Leo’s Pad is a relatively new app for preschoolers created by Kidaptive and designed by Stanford University featuring interactive and animated appisodes of adventures in science. Leo’s Pad Appisode 1 (free; iPad) has been available since mid December with Leo’s Pad … Continue reading →

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More Customizable Apps

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

OT’s with Apps Customizable Apps List Judi Sweeney’s customizable apps list is a great resource for apps that can be modified to support the unique needs of individuals with disabilities for work task at school or independent living or work skills. With … Continue reading →

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