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*[http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/favorite-search.php Find your favorite Apps on the TFL AppFinder].
*[http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/favorite-search.php Find your favorite Apps on the TFL AppFinder].
*[[Media:WS.pdf| WS #4-Talking Books, Creative Notes, and Tablet Showdown - Which Apps and Tablet Could Assist Students With Learning Disabilities PDF Presentation]]
*[[Media:WS.pdf| WS #4-Talking Books, Creative Notes, and Tablet Showdown - Which Apps and Tablet Could Assist Students With Learning Disabilities PDF Presentation]]
==='''WS#19: Are You Ready? Apps for Emergency Preparedness'''===
*Jamie Prioli, ATP, Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology;
*Carolyn Phillips, ATP, AMAC/Tools for Life & Pass It On Center
* Level: All Levels Topic Area: JEA
Each year thousands of people are affected by emergencies and disasters, anywhere from fires, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, natural disasters as well as man-made. Recent natural disasters, such as Hurricanes Irene and Sandy (2011 and 2012) demonstrate to us how accessible apps can play a key role in emergency response and examine the features of existing apps related to emergency preparedness for people with disabilities. This session will review apps that are currently available for iOS and Android that are either specifically related to emergency management and preparedness or that could be deployed in emergency situations.
*Learning Outcomes:
1. Participants will be able to describe how an app for a mobile device might increase access to assistive technology devices and services, including AT reuse.
2. Participants will be able to describe 3 features that are helpful components in an app during an emergency.
3. Participants will be able to name 3 apps for iOS devices and/or an Android device that can help contribute to effective emergency planning, preparedness or response.
'''Resources For You!'''
*[http://www.gatfl.gatech.edu/favorite-search.php Find your favorite Apps on the TFL AppFinder].
*[[Media:Are You Ready Apps for Emergency Preparedness.pdf| WS #19-Are You Ready? Apps for Emergency Preparedness]]

Revision as of 14:47, 27 June 2013

WS #4: Talking Books, Creative Notes, and Tablet Showdown: Which Apps and Tablet Could Assist a Student With a Learning Disability

  • Carolyn Phillips, ATP, AMAC/Tools for Life
  • Level: All levels Topic Area: COG

Today’s world has really turned into a mobile market. In the year 2010 it was reported that there were over 1000 new apps submitted every day and in 2012 over 400 million iTunes accounts (Y. Lachelle, Aug., 2010 and H. Dediu, June 2012). Apple reported that in 2012 there were approximately 73 million iPhones in the world. With that many mobile devices it is no wonder that students are turning towards using them in their classroom environment. However knowing which tablet and what app to use can be a challenge. Tools for Life created an online database to make it easier for an individual to search for the correct app. Participants will have the opportunity to see and explore Our Favorite Apps for Living, Learning, Working, and Playing.

  • Learning Outcomes:

1. Participants will have the opportunity to compare and contrast at least 3 of the popular mobile tablets.

2. Participants will come away with learning about at least 3 apps that can assist a student with a learning disability read their books or PDFs aloud.

3. Participants will also have the opportunity to explore at least 3 apps that can assist with note taking/ organization.


Resources For You!

WS#19: Are You Ready? Apps for Emergency Preparedness

  • Jamie Prioli, ATP, Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology;
  • Carolyn Phillips, ATP, AMAC/Tools for Life & Pass It On Center
  • Level: All Levels Topic Area: JEA

Each year thousands of people are affected by emergencies and disasters, anywhere from fires, floods, tornadoes, hurricanes, natural disasters as well as man-made. Recent natural disasters, such as Hurricanes Irene and Sandy (2011 and 2012) demonstrate to us how accessible apps can play a key role in emergency response and examine the features of existing apps related to emergency preparedness for people with disabilities. This session will review apps that are currently available for iOS and Android that are either specifically related to emergency management and preparedness or that could be deployed in emergency situations.

  • Learning Outcomes:

1. Participants will be able to describe how an app for a mobile device might increase access to assistive technology devices and services, including AT reuse. 2. Participants will be able to describe 3 features that are helpful components in an app during an emergency. 3. Participants will be able to name 3 apps for iOS devices and/or an Android device that can help contribute to effective emergency planning, preparedness or response.

Resources For You!