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Integrate Physics and problem-solving apps into your instruction.

This is an article specifically about the integration of Apple technology into a Physics classroom. This is particularly interesting because you can plan out an entire course with all materials included on one application.

There are five effective ways to integrate technology. Identify relative advantage to see if there is a need that a given technology too can address and search for the most appropriate tool or process to meet that need. Determine objectives and assessments by asking what will students be able to do?, how long will it take for them to do it? and how are they going to demonstrate that the objective was met?. Design instructional strategies by taking into consideration students readiness levels along with their physical and effective needs this will help create appropriate student groupings and a flowing activity sequence of instruction. Prepare the instructional environment by being aware of the classroom layout, available materials, and preparing a backup plan for when technology issues arise. Analyze results and make revisions by making conclusions about what worked and what didn't work.

This is an article that highlights some of the learning tools developed and made available by both NASA and ISTE. A great read for physics and space science teachers.

Math and Science students are now using the Madden NFL game for the classroom. Being a division 1 AA football player and now coach of the game, this learning tool is something I would definitely love to use in the classroom and for myself! Electronic Arts will work with NFL Players Association and Discovery Education on a program called EA Sports Madden NFL: Football By The Numbers. The program is for 5th and 9th graders to teach them Math and Science skills. The program will combine football concepts with math and science principles including physics and probability. Different opportunities will be accessible for the kids as well. Students can take field trips to EA Sports Tiburon studio in Orlando to watch the creation of the Madden NFL. NFL players are hopping on board too. NFL players will help promote the program and develop awareness of the learning opportunities. Being a fan of this game, this is very good news. Not only is it incredible that they are using it for academic reasons but I believe accessing knowledge for gaming creation will benefit the game in their future. Every Madden game gets more realistic each year, allowing children to gain greater knowledge of how this system works will increase the future endeavors for the company.