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"Mobile devices such iPads, iPods and iPhones have taken the world by storm and are increasingly used in teaching and learning, and/or in therapy, to support learners with additional support needs, as well as for personal use. We are aware that people are all at different levels of experience in their use of iPads. We hope this Guide will provide you with helpful information and resources to help you on your way. "

Blogging from the iPad Summit

For educators using iPads in the classroom, Happi Papi offers an Education Evaluation Program. Educational institutions that are members of the program will receive free versions of all new Happi Papi apps being launched. When a new app is available, Happi Papi will email a code so that you may install and evaluate the app on your iPad for free.

How to use an iPad effectively in class

But I bet all you library users wish there was a simpler way to get books and information than having to visit your library, find your book, sit at a public table, and take notes. Well, if you have an iPad, your life is about to become much easier. Just download one of these 25 excellent apps, and your iPad will be able to take care of all your library needs.

Here is another iPad group that would be a great start for our iPad group! Check it out, explore, highlight, and share!

"With AirPlay, you can wirelessly stream what's on your iPhone 4S or iPad 2 to your HDTV and speakers via Apple TV. Or mirror your iPad 2 or iPhone 4S screen."

One term into the official launch of our iPad program, I thought it would be opportune to reflect on the successes, failures and everything in between. I have to admit, as a self professed, but not certified, iPad/Mac "expert" and 'All Things Apple' zealot, things haven't gone as smoothly as I'd hoped. I would like to blame it all on our proxy server, but I suspect Apple has something to do with it too.

In this four-part series, we are using the Someday/Monday concept to explore four dimensions of using tablets, such as iPads, in educational settings. We will do this by examining how teachers can take students on a journey from the consumption of media to curation, creation, and connection. In the first part of this series, we used the Someday/Monday template to explore Consumption. During the second, we examined Curation and the evolving role of the teacher as a curator of learning objects. This week, we will address Creation, examining what is possible when we empower students and teachers as innovators with iPads and other mobile devices.

"Looking for some good iPad apps to teach STEAM in your classroom? This collection created by We Are Teachers is definitely a must see. It provides about 60 iPad apps categorized under different subject areas, all of which are geared towards enhancing your kids' STEAM knowledge. The app recommendations are also arranged in such a way that you will be able to access apps for different grade levels (k-12). I have spent sometime going through this collection and find it really worth sharing with you here. Have a look and share with us what you think of it."

For iPhone, iPod touch and iPad on the iTunes App Store ✓ Get the most out of your iPad with the lite guide to shortcuts, hidden features, tips & tricks. ✓ Learn shortcuts, discover hidden features, type faster, browse quicker, secure your data and maximize battery life… ✓ Be the guru - and share your new knowledge via e-mail. ✓ Snappy Tips that get straight to the point without the waffle.

"Classroom teachers, parents of autistic children, preschools, non-profit groups and other institutions can apply for grants to help pay for iPads to further educational learning of individuals and group. There are very few grants specifically designated to fund the purchase and expenses of getting iPads but their are many ways to receive grant funding to cover the costs."

Keyboard Shortcuts to Speed Up Typing on an iPhone or the iPad The current breed of iDevices (iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad) share an almost similar on-screen virtual keyboard and therefore, you just have to master a common set of keyboard shortcuts to type a little faster on any these devices. Let's quickly recap the 10 most useful typing shortcuts for your iDevice:.

Blogging the iPad Conference

The National Science Foundation's (NSF) Science360 for iPad provides easy access to engaging science and engineering images and video from around the globe and a news feed featuring breaking news from NSF-funded institutions. Content is either produced by NSF or gathered from scientists, colleges and universities, and NSF science and engineering centers.

"Free. Easy to use. Powerful. Professional. SlideShark is the one and only app used to view and show PowerPoints on your iPad - the way they were meant to be seen. Preserve animations, fonts, graphics and colors* Tap or swipe to advance animations and slides Connect to a TV or projector using an iPad 2"

Express yourself with fewer words, emails and meetings…with Skitch for iPad! Use shapes, arrows, sketches and text annotation to get your point across fast. Mark up photos, screenshots, maps, and webpages then share them with anyone you like. Skitch lets you: - Annotate: Add arrows, shapes and text to existing images - Create: Draw something new - Edit: Reposition, recolor and remove your annotations at will - Share: Send your sketches and annotations over Twitter, Facebook and email - Present: Show your work in real time via AirPlay on Apple TV - Remember: Save everything to Evernote for later