I-Pads and tablets were definitely a great creation for many.  In the video Apps for Autism, I-Pads and tablets are a great way to allow children with autism to express their feelings.  These devices changed many lives.  Many autistic children suffer because they are not able to speak or express themselves very well. Children with autism are very smart and at times know exactly what they seek and feel. There was a scene in which there was an older student trying to express themselves or speak by just pointing out the letters and eventually making a word. In addition to that, his mother would have to figure out what exactly he was trying to say. This old way of expressing himself was difficult and frustrating for him.  At times, this particular student would just give up and shut down. With this new advanced technology he is now able to have a voice and express what he wants or feels. Also, he is able to communicate in many different ways. These new apps allowed the student to develop and express just like anyone else. 

            There is another study done in the video Apps for Autism. This study was done in an autistic kindergarten classroom. These kindergarten children had a little more severe autism. These kids had a very difficult time expressing their feelings because they were both very young and severe autism.  Not only did they have a hard time expressing themselves, but they also had a hard time focusing and engaging into certain activities. Their attention span was very short.  Once the teacher brought out the IPads or tablets and began working on certain activities, the students were able to stay focused and interact with the devices. Although these devices may not be for every autistic child, I believe that with practice and time most children can progress and succeed.

Some apps are specifically created for children with autism. For example, there is Autism Express. This app allows children to point out how they feel.  When they click or touch on a face with an emotion, it expresses it out. For instance, if the child touches the sad face, the face will express a sad face with sad sounds.  Another app created for autistic children is, Look in My Eyes. This app teaches autistic children to practice making eye contact, for they lack making eye contact when they speak. Overall, I-Pad, tablets and creating apps for autism opened a whole new world for autistic children. The youngsters can benefit from this and be able to have a somewhat “normal” life.