Lesson Four: Bringing It All Together

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Return To: Whole Task Learning Utilizing iPad Technology | Lesson One:Whole Task Learning | Lesson Two: iPad Technology in Education | Lesson Three: Using the iPad

Lesson Objectives

Given a topic to teach, generates a whole task approach lesson plan in writing, that utilizes the iPad as an instructional tool.

Getting Started

At this point you should have a rough lesson plan put together that is ready to be tested and reviewed by your peers. Upload your lesson and post it into the discussion tab in a new post. Then review two of your classmates' lessons. If a classmate already has two reviews, please move onto someone who does not have two yet.

Theory in Action

As you review your classmates' courses consider the following categories for evaluation:

1) Does the lesson accomplish the objectives? (30%)

2) Is the whole task learning approach present and employed? Refer to the articles from lesson one to determine if key features and components are present. (30%)

3) Is the iPad utilized as an effective instructional tool? Is it used in a meaningful way to foster learning rather than a skill and drill activity or a reward? (20%)

4) Is the app appropriate for support in achieving the objectives? Refer to the rubrics from lesson three to help you evaluate this. (20%)

Lesson Project

After you receive feedback from your peers, reflect on their comments and evaluate your lesson once again. What changes if any need to be made? Go back through the materials in the previous lessons to help with this process. Make your finishing touches and finalize your plan.

Extended Resources

Lombardi, M.M. (2007). Authentic Learning for the 21st Century: An Overview. Educause. Retrieved from http://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/eli3009.pdf

Still not sure how to use your iPad in your lesson? Check out this site for some ideas http://www.teachthought.com/apps-2/62-ideas-for-using-the-ipad-in-the-classroom/

Some relevant final thoughts from Sir Ken Robinson on revolutionizing education http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9LelXa3U_I