Wow! This is well made. This video would be great as a transition from our pitch to mobile technology. It is a short video that shows how tech. in schools have changed over the past few decades.
This website features a brief summary of six different augmented reality apps with varying content areas including history and science exploration. Good resource for teachers looking for AR apps.
SIG1 focus: mobile devices, apps for exploration
This is a blog post about augmented reality in education. The author outlines how augmented reality is "doable" in education. A convincing argument for anyone doubtful about augmented reality in education.
SIG 1Context: augmented reality,
This video features a elementary math teacher who uses math apps on the iPad to collaborate with parents in regards to new math textbook adoption. Great idea for collaborating and connecting with parents. This video also shows a child who is autistic benefiting from the iPad. I do not recommend this video for sharing because it starts out with a Pantene commercial and then continues to be blurry. However, the idea of using the iPad and apps to connect and communicate with parents a new math curriculum is an innovative use of this technology.
SIG 1 Context: mobile devices, iPad, apps for exploration, collaboration
This teacher blog categorizes apps for the iPad by subject area in the elementary school.
SIG 1 context: mobile devices, iPad and apps for exploration/ creation
***Rachel you might want to view her listing of apps for creation****
Thank you. 65+ iPad apps for the elementary broken down by subject area with brief overview. Excellent resource for the elementary teacher looking for quality apps. SIG 1Context: apps, cross curricular, iPad
This article does a good job of showing how a teacher with limited resources: one iPad and one adult ticket to the museum exhibit brings an interactive experience to her whole classroom. This is a good example of the "power of one." In other words, the ability of one iPad to connect a whole classroom to learning experiences outside the classroom. SIG 1 Context: maximizing resources, mobility,
This article summarizes the use of smart phones on a 4th grade history field trip. The article discusses the collaboration which occurred between the teacher and Verizon to provide an interactive field trip experience. A decrease in "rough housing" was observed as a result. This article might help teachers re-think the field trip experience. SIG 1Context: funding, collaboration, mobility
This article gives an overview of apps for the content areas in a 1st grade classroom. Apps for exploration, utility, and special education are included. Good resource for the 1st grade teacher new to the iPad.
A classroom teacher comments on the use of iPads on a shoreline cleanup project by her 3rd graders. Students connected by sharing photos with one another. Later, they created projects. Good idea for integration into the curriculum.
**May be of interest to Rachel Apps for Creation included****
Short video featuring 1st grade students using iPads for learning. This is about a 3 minute video showcasing students using apps for reading, spelling, writing, geography and math. The end of the video lists the app name. This is useful for anyone teaching in the primary grades.
SIG 1 Context: mobile devices, iPad, apps, exploration
This article describes the use of iPads in the elementary school to increase student engagement. Teacher discusses the pilot program which was started in an LD classroom and then expanded. She warns that you have to do your "homework" and analyze apps prior to handing an iPad to a student.
SIG 1 context: mobile devices, apps, iPad, pilot programs,
This article addresses the piloting of iPads and questions whether they are valuable beyond student engagement and motivation. The article further questions whether the iPad is best as a 1:1 technology or part of a stable of classroom tools. Teachers "frustrated at first" but are finding innovative ways to integrate the iPad into the curriculum. Straightforward information for schools looking at implementing a pilot program.
SIG 1 Context: mobile devices, iPad, student engagement,
This is an interesting article about innovative and future technology which will provide teachers with interactive study guides and pop quizzes while on field trips. The potential is for reduced behavior problems. A potential problem is the cost of 3G iPads which are necessary for technology. A solution may exist with the collaboration of Square Crumbs and JoliCloud. This is a good example of collaboration between companies which will benefit education. This will be something to watch for in the future. SIG 1Context: Collaboration, mobility, field trips, student engagement
Donorschoose.org: This would be a great resource for teachers with limited funding to be able to get iPads and other mobile devices for their classroom. This is an online charity connecting donors with classrooms in need. Looking for funding this may be an option? Also, positive feedback from teachers re: iPad implementation.
SIG1 Context: funding, iPads, cross curricular
Article describes a 1:1 initiative for all students in a rural Vermont town. Principal observes 67% decrease in disciplinary actions. iPad battles Net book and wins in terms of longer battery life and reduced boot up time. Gives some ideas although not definitively outlined about using iPads in the curriculum. More anectodal evidence supporting the iPad.
SIG 1Context: funding, collaboration, pilot programs, connection, cross curricular, classroom, divide
Article gives examples increased classroom efficiency by reducing paper handouts and a reduction in photocopying through the use of iPads. Professor points to iPads as "creative tools." Although not K-12, definitely useful for someone teaching the arts. SIG 1 Context: creation, mobility
This is a good example of a school which formerly banned mobile devices utilizing smartphones in a pilot program in 5th grade math/science classroom. Lessons otherwise traditionally done in paper and pencil were carried out integrating the mobile devices. Looking to start your own pilot program? This school got new cell phones from HTC, a cell phone manufacturer and free connectivity from Verizon.
SIG1 context: teacher discusses benefits, exploration, mobility, connection, cross-curricular
