Using Google Expeditions in School OT Practice
Using Google Expeditions for School OT Practice Virtual reality is A TON of fun and opens the door to lots of new ideas for school OT practice. That being said, it’s definitely up to us as educators to make sure that the virtual reality content we’re using in schools...
Choosing the Best Type of Switch Scanning for iPad
Choosing the Best Type of Switch Scanning for iPad You’re all set up with the switch interface, switch and the iPad but don’t know where to begin? If the answer is “what is a switch interface?” then check out my post on getting started with switch access and choosing...
Virtual Reality Headsets in the Classroom
Virtual Reality Headsets in the Classroom Virtual reality, in all it’s fun immersiveness, presents many opportunities for educators and therapists. That being said, I think there are some things educators need to consider. To be clear, when I say “VR” I'm...
OTs, Start 3d Printing Today with No Money or Experience!
OTs, Start 3d Printing Today with No Money or Experience 3d printing has been taking the rehab industry by storm with the endless possibilities for creating custom tools, prosthetics and more. While many therapists have already started using 3d printed solutions to...
Beginner’s Guide to Switch Interfaces for iPad
Beginner's Guide to Switch Interfaces for iPad Gone are the days of old when we toiled in front of the desktop computer with our switch interface and cords dangling about. Just kidding, I still use all that stuff. But we have so many options these days! Today I...
Getting Started with Switch Access for iPad
Make a Huge Impact Using Switches with iPad Let’s face it, iPads are everywhere. Apple claims they make up 95% of tablets in schools. They’ve gotten a bad reputation recently...and for good reason! Research is beginning to show that excessive tablet use can have a...