iPads for Teaching & Learning
iPads have evolved since their inception in 2010 from being a tech gimmick to a vital tool for the digitally connected educator. In schools around the world we see teachers, students, and administrators using iPads to deliver instruction, complete work, and do their daily jobs. From communication to collaboration, from digital diaries to multimedia projects, iPads extend our potential and open the world to our curiosity.
If you have never used an iPad before don't be afraid. Check out the interactive "ThingLink" below to learn more about your device.
If you have never used an iPad before don't be afraid. Check out the interactive "ThingLink" below to learn more about your device.
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10 Ways to Improve Your Teaching with An iPad1. Present from your iPad with an interactive whiteboard app like Educreations or Doceri.
2. Make your own screencasts and digital stories to share with students 3. Record students' reading and presentations to share with parents 4. Create a digital lesson plan book using the iCalendar app or connect all of your documents through a cloud based tool like Evernote or Google Docs. 5. Keep track of student progress using an LMS or gradebook program like Canvas or Edmodo. 6. Manage student behavior with the ClassDojo app. 7. Collect online resources to share with your students by making a Weebly website right on your iPad. 8. Never miss an opportunity for extra PD with social media apps like Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. 9. Keep in contact and share resources with your school community via email and SMS texting 10. Find new apps to use with your instruction everyday in the iTunes store or get updates directly from iPad Apps Tracker. |
5 Ways Students Can Learn More with an iPad
1. Keep all of your work in one place and access it easily from your iPad with Google Drive, Evernote, or DropBox.
2. Manage your time with iCal
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