iPads

I found an interesting article about how parents with non-verbal autistic children are getting iPads to their children to help them communicate with the outside world. One of the reasons the iPad is so successful with these children is because it is very similar technology that was used before- but cost about $8,500 less. It is also not as bulky and allows the children to do other things on it as well. As technology evolves, so do the ways that we can support children.

http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/14/tech/gaming-gadgets/ipad-autism/index.html

Also, a question raising video from 60 minutes- http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=7385702n
Asks whether or not children are actually communicating with the iPads or if they are just playing.

I personally believe that they are trying to communicate. What about you?