What activities and programs work best in the classroom?
Unit 2: Let's Get Started...
Unit Objectives
- Determine different was to use iPad's in the classroom
- Identify a variety of apps that can be used
- Examine a way an app could be used in their classroom
Beginning Activity
On a scrap sheet of paper I want you to write down a description of a memorable lesson that you experienced throughout your life. I want you to complete this task through the mind of a learner not as a teacher.
Some Things To Think About
- What made this lesson memorable?
- Was this a lesson where you were active?
- What went on in the activity to help your learning?
Using The iPad In The Classroom
How Can I Make A Difference?
The following videos are education profiles about two schools that have begun to incorporate iPads into their classrooms. The first video talks about the importance of using technology and the second video shows how it can promote hands on learning.
Video 1: Creating New Opportunities in the Classroom
Video 2: Hands-on Learning With iPads
Some Things To Think About
- Is there a correlation between your most memorable lesson and the types of opportunities that the iPad brings to the classroom?
- By using the iPad on a daily basis could every lesson be fun and engaging that could make a lasting impression?
- If every activity was exciting to explore and use creativity could iPads change the way we view education?
How Is It Being Used?
The following article lists 18 ways in which iPad's are currently being used in the classroom.
Article: 18 Ways iPad's Are Being Used In The Classroom
After you have read the article you will now explore different apps that you can use in your concentration. The link will take you to the apple website where you can scroll down to find your concentration. You can click on the subject that you teach and it will bring you to a list of apps you could use in your subject area. Note: You need an iTunes account in order to view the first link, if you do not have a iTunes account click on the second link and it will bring you to a second list where an account is not needed. I encourage everyone to scan throughout the sites and explore how you can use an iPad in different subject areas.
Apple Education: Education Apps
iPad's For Education: Education Apps
Application Cards
After completing all of the above, you will pick one app and describe how you could use it in the classroom. Be sure to include the name of the app and determine how it would be incorporated into the class. Enter your reflection in the link below.
Link: Application Cards
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