Lesson Three: Using the iPad
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Return To: Whole Task Learning Utilizing iPad Technology | Lesson One:Whole Task Learning | Lesson Two: iPad Technology in Education
Go On To: Lesson Four: Bringing It All Together
Lesson Objectives
Given an iPad an written instruction to complete certain basic tasks on the iPad, identifies ways to complete these tasks by writing out there steps in a response.
Given an iPad, generates applications for the iPad to aid in an educational plan for a given topic, by writing a response that explains process.
When asked to justify selection of an app that aids in teaching an educational topic, generates a written response explaining rationale.
Getting Started
So far we have learned about whole task learning as well as the potential benefits iPads can have on education. In this lesson we will focus more specifically on the use of the iPad. Thomas Suarez pointed out in his Ted Talk in lesson two, that sometimes teachers don’t know as much as students when it comes to technology. This is a frightening perspective, but in many cases there is a lot of truth to his comments. This idea was a major motivation behind the creation of this course. In this lesson we will dive into the use of the iPad, from basics such as powering the iPad on and off, to more advanced tasks such as searching for apps on the app store.
Theory in Action
I have provided a series of video tutorials here, starting from basics and progressing to more advanced tasks. I realize that we have varying abilities of learners in this course, some of you just starting out and some of you much more advanced when it comes to using the iPad. Video tutorials are a great way to meet this challenge. Just as Salman Khan explained in his Ted Talk from lesson two, videos give students the ability to learn at their own pace. If you miss something go back and watch again until you get it. Pause a video in the middle to try out something you just learned. Replay the video as many times as you want and you don't have to feel embarrassed to ask to see something again like you may in a traditional classroom. Video has benefits for advanced learners as well. If you are more advanced at using the iPad you may want to skim through the tutorials containing more basic functions. Just be aware that sometimes there is more than one way to do something on the iPad or features that you may not know exist (for example I was not aware that you could turn off the screen rotation feature until watching the 1st tutorial).
Using the iPad
Please watch tutorial 1 and 2 below to learn about basic functions of the iPad as well as how to use the app store. Tutorial 3 and 4 are optional, extended resources.
| Tutorial 1 | Tutorial 2 | Tutorial 3 | Tutorial 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powering and Locking | AppStore Setup and Use | Adding an Email Account | iTunes Store |
| Home Screen Layout | Brightness and Wallpaper | Adding an Email Account Manually | iPod |
| Volume Controls | Notifications and Sounds | Email Composition & Inbox Management | YouTube |
| The Home Button | Home Screen Customizations | Email Settings | Netflix |
| Keyboard | Removing Email Accounts | Google Maps | |
| Wi-Fi | Passcode Lock | Photo's and Video | |
| Web Browser | Picture Frame | ||
| Saving Contacts | Restrictions | ||
| Calendar | International | ||
| Bluetooth | |||
| Factory Data Reset |
Selecting Apps
Selecting apps in instructional design takes a little bit of self control. Often times a teacher will see a "really cool" app and design a lesson around it. Your approach should be much different than that. Determine the topic that needs to be taught along with the objectives and then determine how you will meet those objectives, by selecting apps that facilitate meeting your goals of the lesson. I have added some resources below to help with this process.
http://edtechteacher.org/index.php/teaching-technology/mobile-technology-apps/ipad-as This site helps you find appropriate apps based on what you want your students to do. For example, say you want your students to give a presentation as part of their project, you can click on the "create presentations" box and the site will suggest some apps that are available to accomplish this task.
http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2013/01/4-great-rubrics-to-help-you-select.html We also want to think about whether or not an app is appropriate for what we are trying to do. This site provides some rubrics to use to assess the app you have chosen. Some common considerations include age appropriateness, curriculum connection, navigation, etc.
Activity
Using what you have learned in this lesson I want you to select an app that could be used in an instructional plan to teach the two topics that you emailed to me in lesson two (separate from your lesson project). Use resources such as the ones provided above, google searches, educational websites, the app store, etc. to find apps that could help you meet the objectives of your lesson. Also, use one of the rubrics from the resource above to help you evaluate your app.
In the discussion tab, briefly describe the objectives for each of your lesson topic choices, a brief idea of your instructional plan for each topic, how the apps you chose fit into that plan, and why you selected the apps.
Read through your classmates' posts and comment on at least two. In your comments provide feedback to your classmate on their ideas, especially their app selections. Do you agree or disagree with their selection? Will it help them meet the objectives of their lesson? Etc. You may want to use one of the rubrics to help with your evaluation.
Written Response: How Well Do You Know the iPad?
In an email to me answer the following questions:
1) Explain step by step how to power the iPad on and off.
2) I know I downloaded an app but I can't find it. How could I find it?
3) Explain step by step how to connect to Wi-Fi.
4) I have my pandora app on one side of the screen and my iTunes app on the other. Is there a way to put them in the same place? How, explain in detail?
5) I'm surfing the web and I have a really great website open that I don't want to lose, but I want to go to a different site on a different browser. How could I do this, explain step by step?
6) I'm in the library, how do I make my iPad silent?
7) I want to find an app that has or is a compass, that I could use for hiking. Walk me through the process from searching for it all the way to putting it in my "Outdoors" folder.
Lesson Project
Now that you know how to find appropriate apps for learning, plan what app or apps you will use in your lesson plan. Try to avoid skill and drill apps, but rather focus on an app that could enhance the whole task experience. Finalize your rough plan, and have it ready to try out in our next and final lesson. Your peers will be reviewing your plan and providing feedback, so that you may finalize and complete your project.
Extended Resources
Lyons, E. (2011). How to Choose iPhone Apps for Kids. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org/parents/childrenandmedia/article-how-to-choose-iphone-apps-for-kids.html
PBS (2011) 6 Tips for Buying Children's Apps. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org/parents/childrenandmedia/article-6-tips-for-buying-children%27s-apps.html
MobileProfessor (2011, Aug 17). Apple iPad Tutorial Part 3 [video]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfqJ955s1XM
MobileProfessor (2011, Aug 24). Apple iPad Tutorial Part 4 [video]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y0ozI9xEA1I
References
MobileProfessor (2011, Jul 25). Apple iPad Tutorial Part 1 [video]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLzCXB-BD9g
MobileProfessor (2011, Aug 15). Apple iPad Tutorial Part 2 [video]. Retrieved from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EjA6tZgSTs
EdTechTeacher Inc. (2012). iPad As... Retreived from http://edtechteacher.org/index.php/teaching-technology/mobile-technology-apps/ipad-as (Thanks to Jane for this source)
Kharback, M. (2012). 4 Great Rubrics to Help You Select Educational Apps. Retrieved from http://www.educatorstechnology.com/2013/01/4-great-rubrics-to-help-you-select.html