Understanding the use of tablet devices in the classroom when teaching learners diagnosed with autism

• In Event: RTD - Mobile Devices and Technology Integration

Short Description

The purpose of this case study was to better understand the use of tablet devices while teaching five children diagnosed with autism between the ages of 8 and 11. Observations and opportunistic interviews with learners and teacher were conducted. The motivational impact tablet devices potentially have on learners’ engagement and participation in learning activities and their use as reward mechanisms and entertaining strategies to seize and retain the learners’ attention was described.

Authors

• Andrea Halabi, Iowa State University

• Ana-Paula Correia, Iowa State Univeristy