"There are a lot of creation Apps available that make the device much more than drill and practice. Visit https://sites.google.com/site/sad6k5technology/ipods-in-the-classroom to see my list of ideas for using an iPad.
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ipads in the Classroom
Started this discussion. Last reply by Nicole Gleason Feb 1. 19 Replies 0 Likes
Does anyone have experience with using ipads in his or her classroom? Are they good teaching tools or are they just a distraction to the students?
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Nicole Gleason replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"iPads or any other tablet, for that matter is a wonderful tool in the classroom. Having a pod of 5 is ideal for a small group. I am a technology teacher in a school that has 5 in every classroom and a cart of 20. I taught a session on this…"
"For spelling practice please also consider this free resource. Spellathon was the number 1 free educational iPad app over Christmas 2011. Spellathon can also be used to raise funds for your school if students wish. http://www.spellathon.net"
Wesley Emlet replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"I allow my students to use my personal iPad (1st Generation) in my third grade classroom. I highly recommend it. It is highly engaging and useful especially for my below average readers. I have 2 apps I really recommend and they…"
Matt Bury replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"I think you've hit the nail on the head Shelly. We should think about what input devices tablets have to offer for educational purposes, since education is about collaborating, creating and contributing as much as it is about consuming:
Touch…"
"I am currently researching whether iPads would make sens to have as a learning tool in my school. I know there are great apps for practice, but my question is do we really need a $600 machine for drill and practice? I am looking to find…"
"I LOVE your idea of sharable whiteboards! That would be a wonderful way to comapre thinking, build discussion, create and monitor expectations, and that is just my thinking now."
Matt Bury replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"My personal opinion is that iPads don't deliver much bang for the $/€/£. They're aimed at Apple fans who want to sit back and be entertained rather than active learners who have ideas to contribute, so I guess it depends on what…"
"We are finding more and more schools are using this free digital resource on the iPad. Teachers and kids / students from over 90 countries are enjoying playing and practicing spelling. http://www.spellathon.net"
Ruchita Parat replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom" Nowadays, iPads have turned into a learning tool....."
Kaylee Truesdell replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"I feel like they are a great way to help students learn with certain programs. They would be great for learning centers and a lot of the students probably wouldn't even realize they're learning because they're so much fun!"
"I am not a huge fan of ipads in the classroom and do not necessarily believe they will enhance the educational environment, especially for those students who have learning disabilities. First, hyperstimulation. There are so many apps, colors, items…"
Faith McBride replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"Our high school has an iPad lab. The students are definately engaged and excited about using them. For some things the iPad does help. For example the Psych students are studying the brain. One of the apps that the class used allowed students to…"
Ruchita Parat replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"I think using iPads in the classroom give a huge advantage due to its countless apps..."
Thomas Powell replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"The website IXL.com has lots of math drills up to grade 9 level, and if you get the site licence it allows you to monitor each student's progress. Some drills require flash, but most work well on the iPad. The 30-day free membership gave me the…"
Azael Barrera replied to Maegan Groos's discussion ipads in the Classroom"I think iPads and other fast response tablets can be a big asset for education, but most particularly at the grade levels where visual and tactile learning is developed most. I work in college level and have several students bring their own iPads to…"
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