scholarly journals Evaluation of Handheld Apple iPad Lidar for Measurements of Topography and Geomorphic Change

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter Nelson
Keyword(s):  
Apple Ipad

The Teardown: Apple iPad 7

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (12) ◽  
pp. 82-83
Author(s):  
P. Dempsey
Keyword(s):  
Apple Ipad

A Collective Case Study on Two Speech and Language Impaired Learners with Autism

2015 ◽  
pp. 198-237
Author(s):  
Jacqueline R. Sabale
Keyword(s):  
Verbal Behavior ◽  
Hybrid Model ◽  
Treatment Method ◽  
Universal Method ◽  
Speech And Language ◽  
Collective Case Study ◽  
Language Impaired ◽  
Behavior Skills ◽  
Apple Ipad ◽  
Natural Settings

Various treatment methodologies have been demonstrated to be efficacious in instructing learners with autism; however, there is no universal method of treatment, since no single treatment method has been proven to ameliorate the multifaceted symptoms of autism entirely (Lovaas, 1987). This chapter discusses the results of a qualitative study that investigated the functional validity and instructional implications of the implementation of a potential hybrid Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)/Applied Verbal Behavior (AVB) and Apple tablet technology-infused model of instructional intervention targeting the initial language development of two speech- and language-impaired learners with autism. Research was conducted in an attempt to determine whether the hybrid model was operational and effective in teaching verbal behavior skills. Data collection results and observational anecdotal notes indicate that the Apple iPad-infused hybrid model of instruction was operational and more effective in teaching verbal behavior skills than the traditional paper-based instructional method. Furthermore, participants of the study were able to successfully generalize the hybrid model's Discrete Trial Training (DTT) discriminative stimulus targets in diverse natural settings.

drawing//digital//data

2012 ◽  
pp. 337-355 ◽  
Author(s):  
Deborah Harty
Keyword(s):  
Personal Experience ◽  
Specific Activity ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Fine Art ◽  
Swimming Pool ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Digital Data ◽  
Theoretical Research ◽  
Tablet Computer ◽  
Apple Ipad

In the context of contemporary fine art, the chapter discusses the translation (the finding of equivalences) of a phenomenological experience of water during the activity of swimming repetitive strokes in a swimming pool into drawing with both traditional drawing media and a tablet computer – an Apple iPad. Firstly, through the identification of various physical and psychological elements that appear to consciousness whilst swimming repetitive strokes, the chapter furthers understanding and gives insights into human interaction and relationship with water during this specific activity. Secondly, the research uses the data collected from personal experience of this activity in order to explore and discuss the premise that drawing is phenomenology, considering whether this premise is compromised when drawing with an Apple iPad rather than traditional drawing media. The text considers the phenomenological approach to the research through an engagement with both philosophy (including Merleau-Ponty 1964, 2002, 2004) and theoretical research (including Rosand 2002), to underpin and generate understanding of experiences of water during the activity of swimming and the process of translation of those experiences into drawing.

A Case Study of Developing Suitable Mobile Learning Technology for a Distance Learning Masters Programme

2015 ◽  
pp. 1208-1232
Author(s):  
Tracey Dodman ◽  
Terese Bird ◽  
David Hopkins
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
International Development ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Professional Staff ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Learning Capacity ◽  
Internet Connection ◽  
Mobile Learning Technology ◽  
Apple Ipad

In 2012, following some development work, the Department of Criminology launched a new distance-learning course: the MSc Security, Conflict, and International Development (SCID). The target profile for students looking to enroll in this course were living or working in and around conflict regions; they may be forces personnel or professional staff stationed in areas of conflict or recent conflict. Therefore, reliable Internet connection (broadband or cellular) is often rare or intermittent. The course was designed to give learners a rich learning experience in such a way that their learning could remain largely uninterrupted when they experienced loss of Internet connection. Learners in this course were sent an Apple iPad as part of their course fees and given instructions to download a Course App comprising multimedia-rich learning resources. The programme enabled students to study and learn whilst on the move and provided an opportunity for study where otherwise it would have been very difficult, if not impossible for some. The authors believe they have widened participation and enhanced learning capacity through the innovative programme design. This programme is explored in this chapter.

scholarly journals Accessibility of Apple iPad for partially sighted users: pilot study

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel Hewett ◽  
Carole Torgerson ◽  
Graeme Douglas
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Low Vision ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Pilot Trial ◽  
Tablet Computer ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Apple Ipad ◽  
Randomised Controlled ◽  
Partially Sighted

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present the results of a pilot trial, investigating the accessibility provided by a tablet computer (Apple iPad) to individuals with visual impairment. The study was designed around an N-of-1 randomised controlled trial (RCT), which was replicated for 12 participants. It served as an opportunity to evaluate the use N-of-1 trials in studies involving people who are visually impaired. Design/methodology/approach – The study centred round an N-of-1 RCT, comparing the accessibility provided by control equipment (Windows computer) against the intervention equipment (Apple iPad). Twelve participants conducted six tests on the equipment as per randomisation, followed by a quantitative-based evaluation and short interviews. Findings – One-sided individual randomisation tests showed a significant result for overall satisfaction in favour of the tablet at the 0.05 significance level for seven of the participants. Participants identified several strengths of the iPad in helping a partially sighted user in accessing the internet: inbuilt zoom and magnification options; increased control as a result of the touch screen; and accessibility tools being built into the operating system. The main limitation suggested was the way the zoom function operates by enlarging the onscreen keyboard. This caused difficulties for those with more severe visual impairments using this function in inputting text. Originality/value – There has been limited research to substantiate positive reviews of the tablet computer for low-vision users. The results of this pilot study gives evidence in support of these potential benefits, and demonstrates the importance of a more thorough investigation.

scholarly journals The effectiveness of Lee Silverman Voice Treatment therapy issued interactively through an iPad device: A non-inferiority study

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-215 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murray Griffin ◽  
John Bentley ◽  
Joseph Shanks ◽  
Carly Wood
Keyword(s):  
Motor Task ◽  
Post Treatment ◽  
Outcome Variable ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Lee Silverman Voice Treatment ◽  
Treatment Assessment ◽  
Voice Treatment ◽  
Apple Ipad ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Pre Treatment

Introduction This study compared the differences in recorded speech variables between people treated with conventional ‘in person’ Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) and those treated remotely via iPad-based ‘Facetime’. Method Eight participants were selected for the iPad LSVT, and 21 similarly matched subjects were selected from existing data to form the ‘in person’ group. Participants in both groups had diagnosed idiopathic Parkinson’s disease and moderate hypokinetic dysarthria. Eighteen sessions of prescribed LSVT comprising a pre-treatment assessment, 16 treatment sessions, and a six months’ post-treatment assessment were administered for each person. In both groups, pre- and post-treatment assessments were conducted face-to-face. Performance measures were recorded during assessment and treatment. Average measures were determined for all tasks at all time points and a summary outcome variable was composed from across-task performance. Results Non-inferiority testing confirmed that iPad LSVT was non-inferior in treating all LSVT task 3 variables except generating words, with the 90% upper confidence intervals (CI) lying between the non-inferiority margin of ± 2.25 and zero. The iPad was superior in treating the task 3 rainbow reading passage and describing motor task variables with upper and lower 90% CI values being negative. The improvement in the summary outcome variable score was also superior in the iPad group. Discussion Non-inferiority testing implies that the iPad LSVT is non-inferior in treating task three variables when compared to traditional LSVT. The study supports further development of remote delivery solutions involving the Apple iPad and ‘Facetime’ system as a means of improving access to services and the participant’s experience.

scholarly journals The Usefulness Metrics of The Most Popular eReader Used by Higher Education Students

10.28945/2173 ◽  
2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dwi Puspita Sari ◽  
Elicia Lanham ◽  
Lei Pan
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Information Technology ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Digital Technology ◽  
Education Students ◽  
Apple Ipad ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Evaluation Metric ◽  
Written Materials ◽  
Selection Of

[The final form of this paper was published in the journal Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology.] In the digital technology era, mobile devices have an important rule to deploy a copy of data and information through the network. An electronic reader (eReader) allows readers to read written materials in an electronic manner that is available in many models. The objective of this study is to evaluate the usage of eReader by higher education students. We firstly identified the most frequently used eReader by surveying higher education students. The survey results showed that Apple iPad, Amazon Kindle, and Samsung Tablet are the most popular eReader devices used by higher education students. We presented these results, and then we analyzed the surveyed results in detail in order to develop an evaluation metric of the eReader in a mobile platform that clearly allows the selection of the most suitable eReader for higher education students. The main contribution of this paper is the development of a set of criteria that can be used by students in the selection of an eReader that matches their specific needs and requirements.

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