Domain+Instructional+Technical

CoreCompetency: Demonstrates knowledge of strategies, interventions, and methodologies as it applies to a specific area of expertise.
The use of i-technology in education has exploded since Apple introduced the iPad in March, 2009. During this school year, I had the privilege of attending a two-day workshop offered through the Instructional Services Department and presented by an Apple representative on the use of iPads in education. Additionally, I attended a one-day training at PaTTAN/Harrisburg for assistive technology consultants on the use of iPads and iPods in special education. This day was presented by PaTTAN staff and two Apple representatives. As a result, I have developed a solid knowledge base about the technical aspects of working with and personalizing settings in the Apple i-devices. I have been able to translate that information into practical application when working with districts who are purchasing and rolling out i-devices to students with special needs. Because of the easy availability to the general public and because one of the most ubiquitous apps in special education is the augmentative communication app called Proloquo2go, I have also developed a working knowledge of that app. I also continually explore and learn about the ever-increasing list of other AAC apps. I am continuing to encourage school-based teams to include the i-device with Proloquo2go //as part of their ongoing process// when assessing a child's augmentative communication needs. Finally, I have accrued several excellent documents that list apps for education and for students with special needs. I have joined a wiki that continually updates their list of apps and regularly log on to websites that also review and list apps that will support students with special needs.

Link to a PowerPoint that I created with links to online documents and websites: