Category Archives: iPod

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

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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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 →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Customizable app, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Life Skills, Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation, Social Skills, Special education | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Customizable Apps

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Customizing apps seem to be essential when using mobile devices to support  special needs individuals whether in the community or in the classroom. Prior app reviews have listed many app that provide options for individual needs, situations or curriculum tasks. I would guess … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, iOS, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Occupational Therapy, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

Apps4Stages Wiki

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Looking for apps that fit the characteristics of your students? Familiar with Stages© Framework from Cambium, produced by Madalaine Pugliese? “Stages© framework takes a research-based approach to defining developmentally appropriate observable learner characteristics for each Stage and recommends features to consider … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Cause and Effect apps, Early Childhood, Education, Emergent Literacy, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod/iPad Accessory, Life Skills, Occupational Therapy, Primary Grades, Special education, Special Education Teacher, Special Needs, Writing | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Need a stocking stuffer for your iDevice user?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Here is a holiday stocking stuffer idea for the iDevice user –  shared by Chris Beatty, OTR, ATP via email: “I recently found ‘Tech Touch’ gloves available at Target with which work with iPad or capacitance  touch screen. The gloves prevent … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessibility, Accessories, Holiday and Special Events, iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod/iPad Accessory, Occupational Therapy | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Alien Buddies – Coming to Town for Free App Friday

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Heads up! The folks at Artgig Studios are providing a holiday gift – Alien Buddies – Free on December 14th! Stock the fridge with eggnog and put out your finest fruit cake, the Alien Buddies are coming to town! This Holiday Season … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Early Childhood, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Occupational Therapy, Visual Motor, Visual Perception | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Photo Transfer App – my favorite app of the year from Rehabgadget2go

Posted on December 9, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

Photo Transfer App – my favorite app of the year. Rehabgadgets2go shares a favorite photo management app using Wi-Fi and how to use it in the above link.  Use of photos on the iPad is a powerful tool for creating therapy instructions, visual … Continue reading →

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Christmas Apps for Fun & Education

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, OTR/L, SCLV, ATP, CATIS

It soon will be here, Christmas, Kwanzaa and Hanukkah and what apps might help with the celebration and learning? Fun Educational Apps has numerous apps listed for the holidays. Here are some apps that appear appropriate for occupational therapy and educational interventions : … Continue reading →

Posted in App Reviews, Apps for OT's, Apps for Special Needs, Holiday and Special Events, iPad, iPhone, iPod, Special education, Special Needs, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 4 Comments