{Quoted from my blog}
Autism affects 1 in every 160 children that are born today. With such increasingly high numbers of cases, it is more and more important that we find ways to assist those affected with Autism to be able to better communicate with the world. And that is exactly what Doctors and Teachers have done with the iPad!
In today's every increasing technological world, the iPad is standing out as a hero to some parents of Autistic children. Teachers and Doctors have found that Autistic children are naturally drawn to the iPad. They believe it is the familiarity on knowing exactly what to expect when they touch and click on the iPad. While they are generally frustrated by their lack of ability to anticipate human reactions, they know exactly what to expect when they slide a finger across the iPad's 10 inch screen. Even the act of drawing on the iPad is less frustrating, as they are able to handle the iPad a lot easier than they can a crayon or pencil.
One Australian study has shown that it is not just the predictable tapping actions that are helpful, but also various apps have proven to be very beneficial. Such as apps that match colorful and fun graphics to actions or words. In the case of the Australian study, a step by step guide for how to wash your hands was displayed on the iPad. After watching it, the autistic child was able to predict how to wash his hands in real life as well.
Many Teachers, Doctors and Parents have been blessed by seeing their child light up with excitement and learn new skills daily, by using the various apps on the iPad that have been designed to help with Autistic children and other special needs users. With the aide of the iPad, some children have been able to communicate their thoughts to their parents for the very first time! A moment that is sure to tug on the heartstrings of anyone involved.
The rest of the article, with some helpful apps is at iPadawan.info
Randy
Autism affects 1 in every 160 children that are born today. With such increasingly high numbers of cases, it is more and more important that we find ways to assist those affected with Autism to be able to better communicate with the world. And that is exactly what Doctors and Teachers have done with the iPad!
In today's every increasing technological world, the iPad is standing out as a hero to some parents of Autistic children. Teachers and Doctors have found that Autistic children are naturally drawn to the iPad. They believe it is the familiarity on knowing exactly what to expect when they touch and click on the iPad. While they are generally frustrated by their lack of ability to anticipate human reactions, they know exactly what to expect when they slide a finger across the iPad's 10 inch screen. Even the act of drawing on the iPad is less frustrating, as they are able to handle the iPad a lot easier than they can a crayon or pencil.
One Australian study has shown that it is not just the predictable tapping actions that are helpful, but also various apps have proven to be very beneficial. Such as apps that match colorful and fun graphics to actions or words. In the case of the Australian study, a step by step guide for how to wash your hands was displayed on the iPad. After watching it, the autistic child was able to predict how to wash his hands in real life as well.
Many Teachers, Doctors and Parents have been blessed by seeing their child light up with excitement and learn new skills daily, by using the various apps on the iPad that have been designed to help with Autistic children and other special needs users. With the aide of the iPad, some children have been able to communicate their thoughts to their parents for the very first time! A moment that is sure to tug on the heartstrings of anyone involved.
The rest of the article, with some helpful apps is at iPadawan.info
Randy
