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 Whiteboards
Easy display
 
Records video AND audio
 
Insert your own backgrounds and 
pictures
Whiteboard Lite
Twitter: @speechdude
Email: christopher_wenger@cjuhsd.net
www.speechdude.com

Even Napoleon Dynamite has an iPad!