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The iPads are intended to enhance the learning experience of children with autism, which is a lifelong spectrum disorder that effects people differently.
Autistic people experience difficulties in four areas, which are social, imagination, language and communication and sensory.
Children with autism are often misdiagnosed, marginalised and in poor families they sometimes don’t have access to education.
Schools that cater to children with special needs are essential but are in short supply. Schools such as Nokuthula Centre and Special School fill an important role by ensuring that children with disabilities have access to education.
The iPad technology will help teachers deal with the learners’ individual needs. The iPads are installed with customised and relevant educational programs that will help teachers improve autism student’s behavior, communication skills and learning ability.
During the iPad handover ceremony, MMC Phalatse emphasised that it is “through partnerships that the City is able to make a difference in the disability space”.
The City’s department of Social Development works closely with organisations such as iSchoolAfrica and Autism SA. MMC Phalatse was also pleased to see teachers embrace the technology that is improving their ability to perform their duties.
Through the City’s partnership with iSchool Africa, it is envisioned that all children with disabilities will have access to education through iPad technology.
