20% Proj. 6 Blog Reflections: Number 2

           In my 20% Project, I want to address various learning issues, methods, and skills that are benefitted from the use of technology in the Speech Therapy field. Specifically, I am focusing on the use of the iPad and iPod devices. These devices have numerous apps on them that have proven to be extremely helpful to both the Speech Therapist and the student or patient. In my research so far, I have found countless games and methods on the iPad. These apps not only give the student the chance to interact more efficiently with the therapist, but they also let him or her become more comfortable with improvement. With the use of the iPad in this setting, there will be improved communication, motivation to do well and practice, and a better method of collaborating, maybe giving the student more patience in working. These apps help both people involved. Essentially anybody can benefit from having the knowledge about these apps, but especially teachers or other educators. As we have learned, technology is a resource that engages students and encourages them to learn. With the use of these apps, students can have another tool for learning, but main focus will be on exercises provided by the Speech Therapist. Apps such as “Speak It,” “Dyslexic Like Me”, and “Prizmo” are reading and writing apps that can help any type of student, not just those struggling with speech-related issues. They help teach the fundamentals of reading, writing, and spelling to any young learner, so they may help children in elementary and middle school, as well.