Looking at the ipod touch technology and the variety of apps available for educators and students I think the power of this technology is exponential. I think that training and consultation is critical to making affective use of these tools. The program planing team (teacher, support teachers, parents, students, SLP's, OT's and others) need to be involved in the process of planning how the technology will be integrated. It will only be optimal if all parties are on side and able to support the situation. Student success is dependent on the professionals working hard collaborating to create an optimal situation for empowering the students.
The versatility of ipod touches and the power to employ them for student success excites me to the future of schools and teaching. Here is an article I found from a Minnesota school.
