1. Assistive Devices for Children with Special Needs Marilyn C. Johnson EDU271 Mid Term Project October 15, 2013

2. What is a Skoog? Musical Instrument designed for children and adults with physical, mental and behavioral difficulties Plugs into USB and variety of software is available $649 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnS91DV0NvA

3. iPad Mounting System Easy access to all ipad’s electronic ports Expandable arm Adapts to wheelchair or tabletop $217.95

4. Personal FM Listening System Transmits speaker’s voice directly to user’s ear Helps listener to hear & focus Wireless transmitter w/ microphone (worn by speaker) Receiver w/earphone (worn by listener ) $700-$800

5. Tobii Eye Mobile (eye tracking device) Assists with impaired ability to speak and physical impairment Hands-free computer access Ability to access internet, e-books, games, etc. by the relaxed movement of your eyes The camera follows the reflection of your cornea so you can choose the buttons you want to access (just like clicking a mouse) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cAvcquMd0vY

6. iPad Why an iPad? Various apps to assist children with special needs Assists with cognitive and fine motor skills as well as fun Instant access to apps Portable http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=ip ads+for+children+with+special+needs+pu zzle+app&qs=n&form=QBVR&pq=ipads+f or+children+with+special+needs+puzzle+ app&sc=0-38&sp=- 1&sk=#view=detail&mid=23F42F16D44E8 2A2F7EE23F42F16D44E82A2F7EE

7. Sources http://www.skoogmusic.com/ http://enablingdevices.com/catalog/mounting_devices/iPadMounting/ipad-mounting-system http://www.greatschools.org/special-education/assistive-technology/946-personal-fm-listening- systems.gs http://www.harriscomm.com/index.php/equipment/personal-listening/fm-systems.html http://watchminder.com/uses/ad-hd-ld-and-autism http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=ipads+for+children+with+special+needs+puzzle+app&qs=n&for m=QBVR&pq=ipads+for+children+with+special+needs+puzzle+app&sc=0-38&sp=- 1&sk=#view=detail&mid=23F42F16D44E82A2F7EE23F42F16D44E82A2F7EE