Posts and Resources by Amanda Hartmann
Proloquo2Go – Release of Version 3
Posted in Apps and Mobile Learning
Amanda Hartmann May 8, 2013
Amanda Hartmann May 8, 2013
These are exciting days…. with the latest version 3.0 of Proloquo2Go hitting the app store for us to update. This major update, brings with it, many new features and additions, and continues to be free for all current users of Proloquo2Go. You can read more about Version 3.0 on the Assistware website – HERE. Or you may even …
Successfully using iPads for Communication and Learning
Amanda Hartmann April 24, 2013
This handout provides information about supporting communication and literacy using the iPad, following the presentation to the Mamre Assocation, on Sunday 21/4/2013. View the slides of the presentation, HERE. iPad Basics iPad Basics 101 is a must-watch webinar, outlining the basics to using the iPad. Macworld’s iPad starter Guide 4th Edition Macword’s iPad mini starter guide Tips and tricks …
Multi-tasking Gestures for the iPad
Posted in Techniques & Tips
Amanda Hartmann April 18, 2013
Amanda Hartmann April 18, 2013
Some people might not even know about the Multi-tasking Gestures on the iPad… Bascially, they are finger gestures done on the screen of the iPad, that operate certain functions, and are designed to help us use our device with more ease, speed and efficiency. They can also be hard to explain, so I thought that a quick video of them might …
Integrating iPads for Learning Support within your Mainstream Classroom (Auckland Day 2) – WORKSHOP HANDOUT
Amanda Hartmann April 3, 2013
Adding content to your iPads to support students with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder need support in the areas of communication, behaviour and social development. It is important to match the right apps to suit the needs of individual students in your classroom. While the larger area of communication (and AAC (Augmentative and …
Integrating iPads into your Special Education Classroom (Auckland Day 1) – WORKSHOP HANDOUT
Amanda Hartmann April 3, 2013
Customising the iPad to accommodate the needs of diverse learners For students with diverse learning needs including students with special education needs, students with learning and literacy difficulties and students for whom English is not their first language technology can play a key role in removing barriers, differentiating instruction and providing tools to accommodate their learning needs and …
Multimodal Communication in Early Intervention
Posted in Tools & Resources
Amanda Hartmann March 22, 2013
Amanda Hartmann March 22, 2013
Multimodal Communication in Early Intervention: Successfully using Signing, Symbols and Apps to help children become better communicators On the weekend I had the pleasure of presenting to a group of Early Intervention Educators at the ECIA CONFERENCE in Brisbane. Here is a summary of what we discussed. My key message was to integrate the use of signing, symbols …
Apps for Autism
Posted in Apps and Mobile Learning, Sources for Quality App Reviews
Amanda Hartmann January 7, 2013
Amanda Hartmann January 7, 2013
Everyone working with Individuals with Autism can see the amazing potential, and opportunities that successful use of an iPad can bring. And I am sure we are facing some of the same challenges. Finding the time to set the iPad up properly and integrate it across environments. And how can we make sure that our team can access …
Apps for Speech and Language Development
Posted in Apps and Mobile Learning
Amanda Hartmann December 20, 2012
Amanda Hartmann December 20, 2012
Whether you are a parent, teacher or therapist, often each of us, in some way, is helping to improve the speech and language skills of students/children. So many children do not develop their speech and language skills as expected, and often they need support to develop effective skills. When I am not on the road training, or sitting …
More Christmas Cheer – Some FREE Christmas Apps
Posted in Apps and Mobile Learning
Amanda Hartmann December 9, 2012
Amanda Hartmann December 9, 2012
T’is the season! And who doesn’t want some Christmas fun? And, even better if it is FREE! Well my daughters and I had some fun downloading and reviewing some FREE Christmas apps. So you will get my feedback as well as theirs! Firstly, from me, as you all probably know – most FREE apps come with links to …
Proloquo2Go – Backing Up and Restoring
Posted in Apps and Mobile Learning
Amanda Hartmann November 22, 2012
Amanda Hartmann November 22, 2012
When I am out on the road training people how to use Proloquo2Go, people always seem to get a bit stuck on how to back up and restore your vocabulary page sets. Of course, we all know how important it is to back up – noone wants to lose the editing and customisation that they have done to …
