Technology in the Classroom

I love to use technology in the classroom when I can, and more importantly, when it's relevant. At my school, as a special education teacher, I have access to two laptops, one iPad, and the Mimio system. For the most part, I use the laptops when working with the kids who use the Reading Horizons reading program, and any word processing. I use the iPad quite often, as it is can be used for almost anything. I appreciate the portability of the iPad, and the kids enjoy using the Dragon (speak to text) program. The iPad also has many useful apps for my autistic students. The Mimio (an interactive whiteboard system ) is the the one I am least familiar with. I just haven't gotten my hands on it enough to feel totally comfortable with it. My goal is to get comfortable with it by the end of the school year, so this summer I can include it when lesson planning for next school year.