Computer Rules...

I may need to change these to apply to the iPads!  Lately (since the iPad arrived in our class) my kids don't seem quite as into the computer as they used to be.  However, for awhile, we had a lot of trouble with waiting and taking turns at the computer!  For some reason, all my kids would always finish their work at the same time and all of them would be working to earn computer.  We always had someone waiting while the other person finished up their turn.

I created a designated waiting area (right next to the computer station) and hung this visual right next to the "waiting chair" to help out the kids.  I also set up a timer system (we set the timer for around 2 to 5 minutes) so that waiting wouldn't be unbearable.  CLICK HERE to get a copy for the iPad and Computer!  

Tomorrow I can FINALLY get into my classroom to start setting up.  Is it sad that I am SUPER excited?!!

iPad Apps...Teacher Favorites

Today I wanted to share some of my favorite apps to help kids with Autism work on learning new skills as well as those apps that I use for data collection! Click on any of the pictures to get more information on the app from iTunes.

First off, I love all of the ABA Flashcards, ABA Receptive Identification, and ABA Problem Solving Games by Kindergarten.com. 

iPad Apps...Kid Favorites

What better way to get started than with a list of iPad/iPod Touch Applications.  In my classroom we have both iPod Touches and iPads.  My students absolutely adore all of these devices.  Even my lowest functioning students are crazed for these apple products!  We use them in the classroom as reinforcers (for completing work) as well as to supplement our academics!