iPad Proposal for Apple Inc
Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Problem Statement 3
Objectives 4
Solution 5
Budget 6
Qualifications 7
Conclusion 7
Introduction
Since its introduction to the public on April 3, 2010, the Apple iPad tablet device has become a revolutionary teaching tool embraced by both the K-12 and higher education markets. With thousands of educational applications currently available and accessed through a simple user interface, the iPad represents a paradigm shift in teaching academic material.
The parental role in assisting with homework loads in today’s school systems could not be more challenging. This is especially true of parents with special needs children who have intellectual disabilities such as Down syndrome.
With an already overtaxed and underfunded public school system, children with special educational needs barely receive the minimum accommodations and equipment needed for their success in an inclusive classroom environment. Therefore, parents of school children with Down syndrome can no longer expect any further assistance or tools beyond the minimum accommodations guaranteed under current equal education laws.
The iPad tablet device represents a viable answer to address and correct this problem. Parents of children with Down syndrome must take full ownership and control of their children’s educational success. Moreover, parents need advanced tools to assist them in teaching essential academic subjects such as: math, reading, writing, and spelling. Having the power and limitless possibilities of the iPad can level the playing field for all children with intellectual disabilities as they learn alongside their typical peers.
Problem Statement
Children with intellectual disabilities learn much differently than typical children and require a more creative and
Introduction 3
Problem Statement 3
Objectives 4
Solution 5
Budget 6
Qualifications 7
Conclusion 7
Introduction
Since its introduction to the public on April 3, 2010, the Apple iPad tablet device has become a revolutionary teaching tool embraced by both the K-12 and higher education markets. With thousands of educational applications currently available and accessed through a simple user interface, the iPad represents a paradigm shift in teaching academic material.
The parental role in assisting with homework loads in today’s school systems could not be more challenging. This is especially true of parents with special needs children who have intellectual disabilities such as Down syndrome.
With an already overtaxed and underfunded public school system, children with special educational needs barely receive the minimum accommodations and equipment needed for their success in an inclusive classroom environment. Therefore, parents of school children with Down syndrome can no longer expect any further assistance or tools beyond the minimum accommodations guaranteed under current equal education laws.
The iPad tablet device represents a viable answer to address and correct this problem. Parents of children with Down syndrome must take full ownership and control of their children’s educational success. Moreover, parents need advanced tools to assist them in teaching essential academic subjects such as: math, reading, writing, and spelling. Having the power and limitless possibilities of the iPad can level the playing field for all children with intellectual disabilities as they learn alongside their typical peers.
Problem Statement
Children with intellectual disabilities learn much differently than typical children and require a more creative and