Hi Everyone,
This week the Pueo's had a hard time choosing an app, as there are so many apps out there that are both educational and beneficial for students with special needs. We feel that each app that was shared in our group had their benefits and would appeal to different students. We narrowed down to choosing the app that Evette shared, Proloquo2go. This app is an augmentative and alternative communication solution for non-speaking individuals. By using this app, individuals use basic skills to communicate and express their wants and needs to others. The user will select which program fits best for their needs. The natural sounding device transforms text to speech voice. In the classroom, we are always looking for a variety of ways to help our student express themselves. There were a few augmentative devices, but nothing as elaborate as this application. Students or users will now have the opportunity to respond verbally and participate in any academic or social setting, boosting the student's confidence. The site provides a more in-depth description on this app, but we wanted you to see how one individual who is autistic, using proloquo2go on his IPAD. Unfortunately, the only downfall of this app is that it is not free. This app cost $189.00.
Here is the link to the app: https://itunes.apple.com/app/proloquo2go/id308368164?ign-mpt=uo%3D4&mt=8
You can also view this 60 minute show, and see the excitement and joy the user displayed. This is a good investment for a student with needs in communication. http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7414970n
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