Mobile devices are changing education rapidly! The accessibility and convenience of mobile device makes integrating technology in the classroom seamless. Devices like the ones below and the applications available can both engage and assist students in their learning.
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Apple iPhone/iPad
While Apple products have had a presence in schools for many years, the iPad and iPhone have emerged as universal tools for all learners. With just one device, teachers and students have access to so many resources at their fingertips. Apple has packed the iPad and iPhone with assistive technologies like screen readers, note taking tools, interactive activities, social and collaborative tools, among others. Below are just a few of the applications available for these devices (roll over or click to read more).
While Apple products have had a presence in schools for many years, the iPad and iPhone have emerged as universal tools for all learners. With just one device, teachers and students have access to so many resources at their fingertips. Apple has packed the iPad and iPhone with assistive technologies like screen readers, note taking tools, interactive activities, social and collaborative tools, among others. Below are just a few of the applications available for these devices (roll over or click to read more).
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E-readers
Devices like Amazon's Kindle or Barnes and Noble's Nook are a less expensive alternative for providing e-reader technology to students when compared with the Apple iPad. While the applications are certainly more limited, most e-reader products offer features like highlighting and annotation options and dictionary tools. Offering digital texts to student is both cost effective and important for implementing UDL.
Devices like Amazon's Kindle or Barnes and Noble's Nook are a less expensive alternative for providing e-reader technology to students when compared with the Apple iPad. While the applications are certainly more limited, most e-reader products offer features like highlighting and annotation options and dictionary tools. Offering digital texts to student is both cost effective and important for implementing UDL.