UNIT2- IS THE IPAD THE BEST COMMUNICATION DEVICE TO USE?
Why the Ipad?
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Why the iPad? Throughout the years therapists and teachers have been using different types of communication devices to help our students communicate. Some may say the iPad is a distraction to our children because they can activate games within the device. But that is such a small problem when there are so many benefits of using the iPad to communicate. The iPad allows for teachers to lock the student on a certain program so the problem of playing games is not an issue.
Assignment 1
Here is an important video to watch. While watching the video, please take out a piece of paper and write down the pros and cons of using the iPad.
VIDEO: Should I choose the iPad?'
Gotalk vs. iPad
Given these pictures which communication device would you choose for your child?
Look closely at these two devices do they look similiar?
Now lets look at the chart comparing the two:
Assignment 2
Please watch the following videos.
Gotalk20+
Ipad
From those two videos, and reviewing the chart can you give me some reasons how the iPad is more visually attractive?
What stands out to you that makes the iPad a better communication device than the Gotalk20+?
(Please respond in the discussion tab)
"Decide for yourself"
Read the following article which allows viewers to decide for themselves if the Ipad is really the best technology to use.
Using the Ipad
Assignment 3
When you are finished reading the article, answer the following questions:
Would you choose the Ipad as your communication device? Why?
What 3 things are beneficial for the Ipad? Name and explain in the discussion tab.
AAC DEVICES
"Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) includes all forms of communication (other than oral speech) that are used to express thoughts, needs, wants, and ideas. We all use AAC when we make facial expressions or gestures, use symbols or pictures, or write.
People with severe speech or language problems rely on AAC to supplement existing speech or replace speech that is not functional. Special augmentative aids, such as picture and symbol communication boards and electronic devices, are available to help people express themselves. This may increase social interaction, school performance, and feelings of self-worth." (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association)
After reading about the Ipad we know that it as many benefits over other forms of communication. In order for you to get a real idea of what other devices are like, here are three videos of devices that some still use as a form of communication.
Gotalk20+
Dynavox
Two Switch
Assignment 4
After watching 3 videos on AAC devices, please google each device and compare/contrast to the Ipad. Click on the following link to print out the sheet