Post on 29-Jun-2015
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Apps & Mobile Technology Tools for Students with Disabilities, Their Families and Educators
Alan Foley
Alan
Professor @ Syracuse University Design (instructional, web,
universal, interaction) Usability and product
evaluation research Technology Development (web,
iPhone, media, games)
Web - alan-foley.netTwitter - a_fole4
How to Read a QR Code
http://bit.ly/QR-reader
Mobile device must have a camera
Start the QR reader app
Point the camera at the code – orient code within designated area
What can QRs do?
Open a webpage
Display text
Display/add Contact info on device
Deliver a phone number
Deliver an email address
Highlight a geographic location
What are QR Codes?
Developed to help inventory auto parts (in 1994)
QR = “Quick Response”
QR codes can be read in two directions=store more data
They are free
Create them at http://qrcode.kaywa.com/
Mobile?… apps?
Apples and Androids…
Players and tablets…
eBook Readers
Before We Begin…
Apps list not exhaustive-just a sample of what is available
Devices and apps for Assistive Technology should be considered in conjunction with an evaluation by a qualified specialist as part of a comprehensive plan
Before the Device…
What's the task?
What is the level of performance/participation currently?
What features are needed?
How does the iPad and the app you are considering match those tasks and features?
What's the expected benefit?
Why use mobile devices?
Ease of use/Interface
Socially Acceptable: “cool”
One device can be used for a variety of goals; communication, reading, writing, etc
Lightweight and Portable
Economical, especially in comparison to dedicated devices
Which would you rather have?
The Downside..
Potential for theft – they are mobile!
Easy to lose
Management of apps requires time for all the updates
Setup time for each user
Easy to become an entertainment source
Device Details
iPod
Wi-Fi only
8GB to 64GB $229-$399
4 hours to charge, 7-14 hours playtime per charge
2 cameras, front and back (iPhone has better camera)
iPad2
Wi-Fi only:16-64GB, $499-$699
Wi-Fi and 3G:16-64GB, $629-$829 – PLUS service
3-5 hours to charge, around 10 hour battery life
2 cameras, front and back
Enhanced video “out”
Features of iOS
Voice Over
Zoom
Restrictions
Auto-Correction, Auto-Capitalization
International Keyboards
Font Size
White on Black
Access Settings
Under Accessibility: Voice Over: Three finger scroll, Braille Bluetooth hook-up
available, Web and Language Adjustments Zoom: Double-Tap with three fingers to zoom, use three
fingers to move around screen when on Large Text- goes up to 56 point text in built in apps White on Black Speak Auto-text- Speaks auto-corrections and
capitalizations out loud
Restrictions-Sets 4 digit code to restrict access to certain apps
App and Device Management
Education
Can use a cart or tray for updating, installing apps (Bretford PowerSync Cart)
iOS Volume Voucher for education
Personal
Must have your iTunes account on device to update or add apps
Up to 5 devices for personal use per app
MoneyReader $1.99
Point camera at US bills – the app will audibly tell you what it sees.
Demo
ZoomReader- $19.99
Using camera, magnifies up to 4x, reads text out loud, can vary speed of output, pitch, can highlight, etc
Sendero LookAround GPS- $4.99Using GPS and vibration features of device, it tells you where you are, and nearest points of interest (defaults to restaurants). Works best outside.
VizWiz- free
Allows user to use camera to take a picture/ask a question, then choose to ask Web Workers, or the IQ Engine (image identifier), Email someone or Twitter feed to get an answer.
Evernote - free
Multi-platform cloud sharing tool. Can take notes in multiple ways, save them to the cloud account, then share them or pull them down on almost any device
Speak It! - $1.99
Copy text into app from emails, web, etc, and have it read with high quality voices. Highlights as it reads.
Typ-O HD (iPad only)- $14.99
Word Prediction, also reads text out loud as you write. Four dictionary sizes available, Four voices available.
AudioNote- $4.99
Works like a LiveScribe: can type or write text while recording, then play back notes, with audio tagged to notes.
Answers:YesNoHD – $3.99
iAdvocate
Peripherals
Cases
Stands and Mounts
Bluetooth Switches and Keyboards
Stylus/Pointers/Keyguards
Tornado Switch Interface (available summer 2011) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y5XcBBy0I9g
Cases
Things to consider: Portability Durability Mounting needs
Otterbox $89.95 (iPad 2) to $29.95 (iPod touch) http://www.otterbox.com
RJ Cooper iPad Ultimate Carry Case $99 www.rjcooper.com
Button Cover- BubCap Home Button Cover-$5 for 4 bubcap.com
Stands and Mounts
RAM Mounts- $36-$48 depending on type http://www.ram-mount.com/Products/WheelchairMounts/tabid/2562/Default.aspx
CJT Mounting- cjtmounting.com
RJ Cooper stands and mounts www.rjcooper.com
MountMe! Freedom II - http://www.mount-me.com/
Bluetooth Switches & Keyboards
Switches: Bluetooth Switch Interface- $99, Super-Switch $149
www.rjcooper.com Blue2-Pedal switches- $149 www.ablenetinc.com
Keyboards: Many available- some built into cases. Best option, do a
google search with needed features
Stylus/Pointers/Keyguards
Bluetooth Switches & Keyboards
Switches: Bluetooth Switch Interface- $99, Super-Switch $149
www.rjcooper.com Blue2-Pedal switches- $149 www.ablenetinc.com
Keyboards: Many available- a trend now is keyboards built into cases.