Session Code: PC04
Title: The iPad & Your Therapy: Apps, Accessories, Accessibility, & Features (Invited)
Date: Wednesday, November 14th Time: 01:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Location: Georgia World Congress Center Room: A406-A407
Session Format: Pre-Convention Activities
PDH(s): 3 Hrs

Speakers:
Barbara Fernandes, Smarty Ears, Desoto, TX

Abstract:

This session is developed by our local host, the Georgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association. This presentation is designed as a hands-on course on the built-in features of the iPad that can make therapy more engaging and efficient. We will discuss the built-in accessibility features, evidence-based apps, and discuss how to use the iPad to assess and monitor therapy progress.

Speech-Language Pathology Topic Area: Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) (SLP)
Instructional Level:
Intermediate (Assumes general familiarity with the literature and professional practice within the areas covered)
Learner Outcomes:
Learner Outcome 3: name at least one feature when shopping for iPad stands and/or cases.
Learner Outcome 1: identify at least three accessibility features built in on the iPad.
Learner Outcome 2: describe how to update the iOS system on the iPad and update apps.