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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15 Of The Best Educational Apps For Improved Reading Comprehension

15 Of The Best Educational Apps For Improved Reading Comprehension | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it

"Reading comprehension is a matter of decoding, reading speed, and critical thinking about the text, all of which can improve with tiered practice.

So below, in an order of general complexity, are 15 apps for improved reading comprehension, ranging from word and sentence fluency, to recall, to critical thinking skills, to reading speed."


Via John Evans
Kathleen McClaskey's insight:

This is an important list to share as we start the school year.

Bmw's curator insight, September 2, 2013 1:09 PM

thanks John. plenty of ideas for reading.

Maria Persson's curator insight, September 5, 2013 6:13 PM

Always great to have more than one choice since there isn't one perfect app!

Jodi Griffin's curator insight, June 29, 2017 3:58 PM

Ed. apps for reading comp

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Technology in (Spl) Education » Middle School – Reading Comprehension Apps for special needs children

Technology in (Spl) Education » Middle School – Reading Comprehension Apps for special needs children | Leveling the playing field with apps | Scoop.it

This app list is generated by Nancy Barth for older student who are in the developmental level of younger students. These middle school students need to learn these reading comprehension skills but they don’t need babyish themes. These apps are intended to address those requests. 

 

Each recommended app includes a description and the IEP goals/skills that are covered. 

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