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Goal

Overview
This proposal seeks funding to provide iPads for Exceptional Student Education (ESE) students enrolled in high school geometry. The iPad’s blend of accessibility features, interactive applications, and personalized learning capabilities offers an innovative solution to address diverse learning needs, improve engagement, and close achievement gaps in mathematics. 

 

Category

Electronics - Headphones, charging cables, computer mice, etc. 

 

What will be done with my students

Key Benefits and Implementation

Accessibility and Accommodations

Built-in tools such as Voice-Over, Speak Selection, and Dictation support students with reading and writing challenges.

Zoom and Magnifier aid students with visual impairments.

Assistive-Touch and Switch Control ensure usability for students with fine motor limitations.

Visual and Interactive Learning

Geometry apps like GeoGebra, Desmos Geometry, and Geometry Pad allow manipulation of shapes, measurement of angles, and exploration of transformations in real time.

Dynamic 3D models, animated proofs, and interactive diagrams make abstract concepts tangible and engaging.

Differentiated Instruction

Teachers can tailor assignments via platforms like Schoology, Google Classroom, or Canvas to match each student’s skill level.

Students can replay video lessons, work through guided problems, and use annotation tools to reinforce understanding.

Reducing Cognitive Load

Digital note-taking apps such as Notability or GoodNotes allow importing and annotating diagrams to save time and energy.

Equation editors and geometry calculators help students focus on reasoning rather than the mechanical aspects of drawing or notation.

Engagement and Motivation

Gamified apps provide interactive challenges and immediate feedback to sustain student interest.

Augmented reality tools bring shapes and transformations into the classroom space for hands-on exploration.

Independent Practice and Review

Self-checking quizzes and digital flashcards (Quizlet, Khan Academy, IXL) enable independent skill practice.

Screen recording with annotation empowers students to explain their reasoning and reflect on their learning process.

Communication and Support

Integrated messaging tools allow students to request help from teachers or peers instantly.

Collaborative features promote group problem solving in a secure digital environment. 

 

Benefits to my students

By integrating iPads into ESE geometry instruction, we anticipate:

Increased student engagement and motivation.

Improved mastery of geometry concepts through interactive and accessible tools.

Greater independence and confidence in problem solving.

Enhanced teacher capacity to differentiate instruction effectively. 

 

Budget Narrative

Rationale
Geometry presents unique challenges for ESE students, as it requires strong spatial reasoning, visualization skills, and precise problem solving. Traditional materials often fail to accommodate the range of physical, cognitive, and sensory needs present in ESE classrooms. The iPad’s built-in accessibility tools, combined with specialized educational apps, create an inclusive environment where all students can access, understand, and master geometric concepts. 

 

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