A Spectrum of Apps for Kids on the Autism Spectrum

The session will review apps that support students with autism in the areas of communication, cognitive challenges, restricted behaviors and special interests, social challenges, sensory challenges, emotional vulnerability and motor challenges as referenced by the Underlying Characteristics Checklist by Ruth Aspy, Ph.D. and Barry Grossman, Ph.D. Criteria used to select quality apps will be discussed. This presentation will also allow participants to make connections between the intended use of an app and how it might meet the needs of students with autism.