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Return to: ETAP 623 Fall 2017 Section 5420 | Jessye Pragen | Integrating iPads into the K-5 Classroom

Overview and Purpose of Course

This mini-course was constructed to educate K-5 teachers on how iPads can be integrated into the K-5 classroom, in addition to its overall impact on the learning experience.

The course will cover the following topics:

• What are the basic features/functions of an iPad?
• How do iPads accommodate individual student needs/accommodations?
• What Web 2.0 tools increase productivity in your classroom?
• How can iPads be integrated into the K-5 setting?

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this mini course, participants will be able to

1. Identify the basic features/functions of an iPad.
2. Utilize the features/functions of an iPad to accommodate student needs.
3. Describe how iPads increase productivity.
4. Critique the impact of Web 2.0 tools used in their classroom.
5. Assess the benefits of iPads in the K-5 classrooms.
6. Construct a portfolio of Web 2.0 that increased productivity in the K-5 setting and can be accessed on iPads.

Needs Assessment

Intent: Advancements in technology have made learning possible for a vast number of students who fill the K-5 classrooms on a daily basis. The 21st century has made great strides to improve the quality of technology accessibly in the K-5 setting and now entails students to be digitally literate upon entering 8th grade. In order for educators to achieve this goal, they must acquire the skills necessary to effectively integrate iPads into the K-5 setting.

Gathering Information: As an elementary school educator, information will be collected through my fellow colleagues, peers in the K-5 field, as well as research supported articles.

Survey Results: Question 2 (Pragen, 2017)

Summary: The information was gathered via a survey that was electronically distributed to educators in various disciplines. The four-questioned survey required survey participants to answer the following questions:

1. How often do you integrate iPads into your classroom? (Never, 1-2 times/wk., 3-4 times/wk., or 5+ times/wk.)
2. If given the proper resources, and a deeper understand of the impact of iPads in the K-5 setting, how likely are you to increase the amount of times/week you integrate iPads into your lessons?(Extremely unlikely, unlikely, not applicable, likely, or extremely likely)
3. What features are you aware of on an iPad? and,
4. What is your current opinion on the integration of iPads in the K-5 classroom?

Based on the data collected from this survey, 72% of the participants (either chose likely, or extremely likely) concluded if they were given the proper resources, and a deeper understanding of the impact of iPads in the K-5 setting they would integrate iPads into the K-5 setting. With that being said, these individuals also documented that the features of an iPad were strictly applications that could be downloaded rather than ones that were installed on the device as a stock feature.

Analysis: After thoroughly analyzing the data collected, the course intent will remain the same, Integrating iPads in the K-5 Classroom. In order to ensure participants understand the impact of integrating iPads in the K-5 classroom, they will be introduced to a variety of resources that will help promote the implementation and utilization of iPads in the elementary classrooms. At the conclusion of this mini-course participants will have a deeper understanding as to what iPads provide for learners and how they can be used.

Performance Objectives

Unit 1:

• Participants will be able to identify the basic features/functions of an iPad.
• Participants will be able to utilize the features/functions of an iPad to meet individual student needs/accommodations.

Unit 2:

• Participants will be able to analyze how iPads increase productivity.

Unit 3:

• Participants will be able to asses the benefits of Web 2.0 tools.

Unit 4:

• Participants will be able to construct a digital portfolio of Web 2.0 that increase productivity and can be accessed on iPads for K-5 students.

Task Analysis

Purpose:This course will provide learners with the resources to develop a deeper understanding of the impact the integration of iPads have on students in the K-5 classroom.

End-of-Course Results: Learners will gain an understanding of the impact of iPads in the K-5 classroom, and how to support student needs in the elementary school setting.

Essential Prerequisites:

• The participant is familiar with Apple technology/software.

• The participant understands the individual needs of his/her students.

• The participant recognizes the importance of integrating iPads into the K-5 setting and how they align with current ISTE standards.

Supportive Prerequisites:

• The participant indicates a clear interest in integrating iPads into the K-5 classroom.

• The participant reflects on strategies introduced in the course by contributing to the course Google Slide.

Course Google Slides:https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1F8iSELKIjYP2TK9Jjmf66fi1lVjuC2UXokZDCmS0qOY/edit?usp=sharing

Curriculum Map

Course Units

This mini-course includes the following units. Click the title of a unit to go to its page.

Unit 1: Features and Functions of an iPad

• Learners will be able to identify the basic features/functions of an iPad.
• Learners will be able to accommodate student needs on an iPad.

Unit 2: Increasing Productivity

• Learners will be able to analyze how iPads increase productivity.

Unit 3: Web 2.0 Tools

• Learners will be able to critique Web 2.0 tools

Unit 4: Implementation and Integration of iPads

• Learners will be able to analyze the impact iPads have in their classroom through the use of Web 2.0 tools.

References and Resources

1. Pragen, J. (October 15-17, 2017) Surveymonkey.com Retrieved from: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XX372XV