Selecting an app

Ease of use is MOST important

• When considering apps, you may want to consider:

• if the student can get access to app on their device

• how easy is the app to use• what degree of customization is available

Reminders Puffin Browser

- Supports flash- Very quick

browser- Theater Mode

- Great for organizing- Create homework reminders- Creates notifications in

various ways

• Dozens of templates targeting different areas of curriculum

• Add images/audio/hyperlinks

• Organize thoughts and topics for writing

• Understand cause + effect

• Helps plan, organize and build thinking skills

• Can export into writing app (Pages)

Inspiration

Dropbox

• Saves photos, docs, videos • Keeps everything in one place • Access from school and home • Video w/out internet

connection

• Eliminates use of flash drive

SandTimer

•Increases on-task behavior •On screen or on one desk •Keeps teacher on schedule •Focuses ADHD students

Dictionary• Synonyms, antonyms, idioms,

examples in sentences (in-app upgrades).

• Customizable fonts for better

readability

• Offline access for most content

• Digital dictionary is a great IEP accomodation

Recordium

SEE WHAT YOU HEAR!

•Highlight sections of track while recording

•Attach pictures/notes

•Allows quick access to most important info

Digital Flashcards• Customizable • Easy to use • Pre-made cards

available

• Insert Photos• 5 different tools

(quiz/listen/review/etc.)• 6 studying games

Voice Dream Reader• Advanced text-to-speech

• Reads all PDF and word docs…SHUT UP!

• It’s integrated with Bookshare, Dropbox, etc.

• Synchronized word and line highlighting

• Change voice and reading speed

• The list is too long!!!

Interactive WhiteboardsEasy display

Records video AND audio Insert your own backgrounds and pictures

Whiteboard Lite

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