I have chosen to review the TaptoTalk app first. This app is suited for a wide variety of users including those with Autism, apraxia, Down Syndrome, aphasia, and cerebral palsy. According to the website anyone with a non-verbal condition is able to use this app. The TaptoTalk app is free, however if you want the ability to customize the fee is $149.95. This is a one time fee. The app can be added to multiple devices and multiple users which is a definite advantage. Here is a video about the App.
The next app I have chosen is CommunicAide. This program is designed for anyone who suffers from aphasia or any type of language disorder. The main benefit of this program was that it is fully customizable to fit the user. There is a cost associated with this app of $69.99. I liked that you could record voices of various people to incorporate into the app. Here is a video about CommunicAide.
The next app is PandaPal AAC Application for iPad; which allows students with communication challenges to better communicate with those around them. It was originally designed for students with autism. It is a PECS system on an iPad.
My personal favourite was POGO, which has already been presented by Mackenzie. I enjoyed learning more about these devices and how I could use them with students. I think it is important to remember that the right app for one student may not be the right app for another student.
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