Leveling the playing field with apps
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An opportunity to level the playing field for diverse learners has arrived. With the use of mobile devices and a set of apps, barriers to learning can be removed and will set the stage for access to learning for ALL learners.
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Mobile Learning for All

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From www.corwin.com - February 7, 2014 11:13 AM

In this unique and engaging all-in-one resource, learn to use readily available iPad features to make your curriculum more accessible to learners with special needs.

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Learn how to get the most from your iPad by using its built-in accessibility features in conjunction with Universal Design for Learning guidelines. In this book, you’ll find:

> Step-by-step instructions, tips, and practice activities

> Discussion and reviews of more than 150 applications

> Access to more than 20 video tutorials, through QR codes located throughout the book

 

An Apple Distinguished Educator and an expert in digital accessibility features for K-12 and higher education settings, Luis Pérez provides a real sense of what students with disabilities need to learn and to navigate their world more independently.

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Kathleen McClaskey's curator insight, February 7, 2014 11:28 AM

Don't miss this book written by Luis Perez on mobile learning and special needs!
Pauline Farrell's curator insight, March 16, 2014 3:59 AM

Good article
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iSolveIt - MathScaled and MathSquared Apps

iSolveIt - MathScaled and MathSquared Apps | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From isolveit.cast.org - March 26, 2013 4:00 PM

What is iSolveIt?

iSolveIt is a mobile digital learning environment that supports the development of logical thinking and reasoning skills, which are essential competencies of algebra and mathematics in general. The environment includes a collection of tablet-based puzzles that have been designed using the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL).

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Introducing two new math apps that are designed based on the principles of UDL: MarhScaled and MathSquared.

 

Why Puzzles?  They note that:

"Puzzles provide a natural format for developing reasoning skills. By teaching algebraic reasoning skills in a context that does not appear to be math-specific, puzzles address affective barriers to learning (e.g., math anxiety). Providing different types of puzzles offers practice across multiple representations, which is critical for developing the ability to generalize."

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Cassandra Turner's comment, March 26, 2013 9:30 PM
Wait, I meant KenKen, not Sudoku!
Jane Strunck's curator insight, April 7, 2013 5:11 PM

Designed with the UDL Curriculum Tool Kit from CAST.
Amy Archambault's curator insight, March 4, 2016 4:14 PM

Introducing two new math apps that are designed based on the principles of UDL: MarhScaled and MathSquared.

 

Why Puzzles?  They note that:

"Puzzles provide a natural format for developing reasoning skills. By teaching algebraic reasoning skills in a context that does not appear to be math-specific, puzzles address affective barriers to learning (e.g., math anxiety). Providing different types of puzzles offers practice across multiple representations, which is critical for developing the ability to generalize."
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Show What You Know Using Web & Mobile Apps [Infographic]

Show What You Know Using Web & Mobile Apps [Infographic] | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From learninginhand.com - February 5, 2013 10:12 AM

"Nowadays teachers and students have a variety of ways to show what they know and to express themselves.  These web and iPad apps can turn students into teachers and teachers into super-teachers! Furthermore, most of the apps listed in the infographic are free of charge."


Via John Evans
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Tony Vincent has compiled a list of apps and web tools that can have learners express what they know and understand. This aligns well with the UDL (Universal Design for Learning) principle - Multiple Means of Expression and Action.

 

Thank you Tony!

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Brenda Norman's curator insight, March 23, 2013 7:42 AM

This is delicious to look at.
Marlo Payne Thurman's curator insight, November 22, 2013 7:37 PM

This info graphic shows multiple ways that our 2e kids can process, retell, and "show" what they know without ever having to put pencil to paper. At last, light at the end of the tunnel for our very visual kids with dygraphia!
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10 Apps that can Enhance your Lessons through UDL - This is a WOW!

10 Apps that can Enhance your Lessons through UDL - This is a WOW! | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From dmourlam.wordpress.com - December 6, 2012 5:14 PM

This powerful post from D. Mourlam describes the apps that can not only enhance lessons so they are universally-designed but can also be used by learners to express what they know. He provides a description of each app and what the UDL Connections are with each app. 

 

> Videolicious and Flexible Methods of Expression and Apprenticeship

> iMovie and Flexible Methods of Presentation

> Skitch and Flexible Methods of Expression and Apprenticeship

> Evernote and Flexible Methods of Expression and Apprenticeship

> Twitter and Flexible Options for Engagement

> Facebook and Flexible Options for Engagement

> Prezi Viewer and Flexible Methods for Presentation

> VoiceThread and Flexible Methods of Expression and Apprenticeship

> Skype and Flexible Options for Engagement

> Screen Chomp and Flexible Methods of Expression and Apprenticeship

 

 

 

 

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The Inclusive Class Podcast: Using Apps & UDL to Support Students - Sept 14, 9AM EDT

The Inclusive Class Podcast: Using Apps & UDL to Support Students - Sept 14, 9AM EDT | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From www.theinclusiveclass.com - September 12, 2012 10:26 AM

Are you interested in learning about some of the Apps that are available to help children with special needs? There are thousands available, but which ones should we choose to help students with reading, writing and math concepts? How can Apps be used to meet individual student needs?

 

These questions and more will be answered by our guest, Kathleen McClaskey! A past guest, Kathleen will be sharing a wealth of information with on The Inclusive Class Podcast on Friday, September 14, 2012, 9 AM EDT

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Study Tracks Growing Understanding of UDL

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From www.edweek.org - May 17, 2012 10:41 AM

A report just released, “Universal Design for Learning: Initiatives on the Move,” for the first time looks at how UDL is being implemented and understood.

 

"The new study finds that that many states and districts have embraced UDL’s tenets, which call for students to be presented with information and content in different ways and for giving them multiple options to show their understanding of what they know.  The instructional approach is intended to help all students, not just those with disabilities."

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Apps and Software for Students with Language-based Learning disabilities | inov8 Educational Consulting

Apps and Software for Students with Language-based Learning disabilities | inov8 Educational Consulting | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From www.inov8-ed.com - December 12, 2011 1:09 PM
inov8-ed.com created a handout listing apps for language-based learning disabilities in two categories,

> apps for remediation and

> apps for language support.

 

inov8 Educational Consulting recently presented with Kimberly Murphy (@kimberlyslp, a speech and language pathologist) at the Québec Provincial Association of Teachers conference.  Their presentation focused on the planning and implementation of new assistive technologies; apps and software for students with language-based learning disabilities.

 

They covered the language basis of reading, Assistive Technology and Universal Design for Learning, the SETT framework, and app and software recommendations with a number of screen-capture video demonstrations.

 

Here is a list of their most recommended apps and software, specific to students with language-based learning disabilities. Please note that this is not a full list of software and apps that are currently available. 

 

Thank you inov8 and Kimberly Murphy for this outstanding resource!

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iPadagogy-Mobile UDL Pt 4/4- Multiple Means of Engagement

From vimeo.com - December 5, 2011 11:38 AM

How the Universal Design for Learning concept of multiple means of engagement can be implemented on an iPad.


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iPadagogy-Mobile UDL Pt 2/4- Multiple Means of Representation

From vimeo.com - December 5, 2011 11:37 AM
How the universal design for learning concept of multiple means of representation can be implemented on an iPad.

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A Toolbox of Reading Comprehension Apps for the UDL Classroom

A Toolbox of Reading Comprehension Apps for the UDL Classroom | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From englishbormann.blogspot.com - April 27, 2013 2:51 PM

English with Mr. Borman - A place to reflect and share.

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Mr. Borman surveyed 17 students in one of his classes and discovered that there were a few needs when it came to reading comprehension. He has put together "A Toolbox of Reading Comprehension Apps" that can support the needs of his students in his UDL classroom.  For each app, he has outlined "What it does", "How students can use it" and the "UDL Principles".

 

Check out the Toolbox:

> iBooks

> Popplet

> SyncSpace

> Odyssey (by Homer)

> Toontastic

> Explain Everything

> Ulysses

> Subtext

> Prezi

 

Thank you Mr. Borman!

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Jane Strunck's curator insight, April 29, 2013 11:11 AM

Mr. Borman used Edmodo to survey his student's learning preferences and based on the results, identified apps that would support reading comprehension and promote UDL in his classroom.  Would love to know how students responded to the options.  Nice process, Mr. Borman!
Patrice Bucci's curator insight, May 6, 2013 9:46 PM

Useful suggestions for utilizing apps in the UDL classroom...
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7 Great Strength-Based UDL Programs & Apps for Students with Special Needs

7 Great Strength-Based UDL Programs & Apps for Students with Special Needs | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From edge.ascd.org - February 20, 2013 7:11 PM

 
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 difficult or even impossible for them only a few years ago. The following list contains some of the best apps I’ve seen for kids with neurodiversities in communication, reading, sociability, attention, and behavior."

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Here are some programs and related apps that can level the playing field:

 

>> Dragon Naturally Speaking (app: Dragon Dictation)

>> Proloquo2Go

>> iStudiez

>> Kurzweil 3000 (app: firefly)

>> Stories About Me

>> iCommunicate

>> Tiblo (This one is not actually an app, but a UDL manipulative tool)

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Liz Carulli's comment, March 5, 2013 7:05 PM
theres now technology and materials to help special needs children in the classroom
Liz Carulli's comment, March 5, 2013 7:05 PM
and to be successful!
Liz Carulli's comment, March 5, 2013 7:05 PM
this will also be used in my presentation
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iPads as Part of an UDL Toolkit on Classroom 2.0 LIVE! - Feb 2nd

iPads as Part of an UDL Toolkit on Classroom 2.0 LIVE! - Feb 2nd | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From live.classroom20.com - February 1, 2013 6:52 PM
Special Guest:  Alex Dunn
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Kathleen McClaskey's curator insight, February 1, 2013 6:49 PM

A few years ago I met Alex at an ISTE Conference and want to say that she has a wealth of experience and knowledge in using tools with diverse learners. Alex is  a speech language pathologist with the Upper Canada District School Board (UCDSB) and she will be sharing both UDL strategies and iPad apps that are engaging for ALL students. She will also introduce class profiling as a valuable strategy for teachers.


Don't miss this webinar as you will walk away with ideas that you can use in your classroom tomorrow!
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Math Paper - Doing Math on an iPad: An App for ALL Learners

Math Paper - Doing Math on an iPad: An App for ALL Learners | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it
From paulhami.edublogs.org - September 14, 2012 12:16 PM

"Math Paper is by far the best option I’ve seen for doing math work on the iPad! Math Paper won’t do calculations or graphs, but it provides all the tools needed to do everything from basic computation to complex algebra. Math Paper has been developed with the principles of UDL in mind, so it’s a tool that can be used effectively and independently by anyone, including individuals with motor challenges or cognitive processing issues. Accessibility and ease of use have been addressed successfully.

 

Math Paper cost:  $19.99.  Paul Hamilton notes in his blog that this is an exceptional app and is worth the cost.

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Melissa Marshall's curator insight, December 8, 2013 10:48 PM

Here is an app that gives students a maths workbook to use in class. I am wondering if it ever pops up as free on AppsGoneFree in order to test it. I am not sure it is worth the cost but might need to look into it. 
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Talking Calculator App

From itunes.apple.com - May 29, 2012 12:20 PM

The Talking Calculator app can be used to support math comprehension, assist students with math-related learning difficulties, as well as students with visual challenges. The audio can also reinforce student comprehension of numeric elements.

 

"Ideal for the vision impaired, blind, or anyone looking for an easy to read calculator, with optional speech. This calculator speaks answers, button names and formulas aloud with its built in voice, or with a custom voice recorded directly into the iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch!"

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iTranslate ~ Free Translator in Over 50 Languages!

From itunes.apple.com - February 17, 2012 11:34 AM

iTranslate is the first real Universal Translator with over 50 languages that will translate words, phrases or whole text.  This a great app for students who do not speak English or who are not fluent in a language. iTranslate can also assist a teacher in communicating with these students. 

 

This is a free app but for .99 you can also have Voice Recognition in a number of languages.

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Marty reMarks: Universal Design for Learning & Apps

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From martyremarks.blogspot.com - December 5, 2011 5:33 PM

A review of some select apps with descriptions and potential use in supporting the principles of UDL in instruction and student learning.

 

"Universal Design for Learning (UDL) provides a framework for course structure, individualized instruction, assessment, and academic engagement. Universal Design for Learning has the potential to maximize learning opportunities for all.


The following are a few applications available for the iPad, iPod or iPhone that can help support a UDL-based learning environment"

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iPadagogy-Mobile UDL Pt 3/4- Multiple Means of Action and Expression

From vimeo.com - December 5, 2011 11:38 AM

How the Universal Design for Learning concept of multiple means of action and expression can be implemented on an iPad.


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