Students with low vision make effective use of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) through accessibility settings, and in many cases can use ICT at the same level as able sighted students. In particular, tablets such as the iPad have become an indispensable part of their daily lives and are considered to be one of the tools that can dramatically enhance their learning environment. In this study, we tried to digitize their notes by using iPad and Apple Pencil. Our results showed, the iPad and Apple Pencil were not only effective in the promotion of content understanding and promotion of home study, but also proved usefulness in answering tests. The only ICT used in this experiment was the iPad and Apple Pencil. No other special equipment or environment is required. The only difference is that instead of the conventional form of distributing printed class handouts created by teachers on their PCs the handouts are converted to PDF files and distributed electronically. As for the applications, the standard installed ones are sufficient. Therefore, as long as students and teachers have iPads and Apple Pencils, it is relatively easy to introduce the system, and it is possible to spread the system as a measure for students with low vision. In addition, it is expected that ICT devices such as the iPad and Apple Pencil can be used as an effective support tool for their social participation.
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| DOI | 10.11648/j.ss.20221102.16 |
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Visually Impaired, Low Vision, Apple Pencil, iPad, Tablet Device, ICT Education
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