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Resources on uses of iPads and app recommendations

Welcome to our LiveBinder of iPod Touch & iPad resources for preK-12 educators. Start by clicking the subtabs in this section to learn more in general about the iPod Touch and iPad. Click on other tabs to find resources including recommended apps, review, and articles related to this topic.

iPad resources that can support STEM

iPad resources that can support STEM

"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. "

"his hand selected set of sources will provide teachers who are new to the iPad with the information they need to get started, and offer both new and current users information they need to successfully integrate the iPad into their teaching practices. I purposely limited the list to a few resources that were the richest in content, covering a breadth of important concerns and considerations for new iPad users and teachers who want to get off to a good start with the iPad in their classrooms."

Evernote note with tons of links to app resources for digital storytelling

"App review websites that cover the age or topic/curriculum areas that you are searching for provide a good starting place for content specific apps. There are many app review websites and here are a few of my go to resources:"

For iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad on the iTunes App Store\nLearn something different each day with the free BrainPOP Featured Movie App for the iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch! After watching BrainPOP's daily animated movie, you can test your new knowledge with an interactive quiz.\n\n\nBrainPOP's award-winning educational resources are used by millions of students in thousands of schools across the U.S. and worldwide.\n\nOur topics cover Science, Math, Social Studies, English, Technology, Arts & Music, and Health - everything from Carnivorous Plants to Abraham Lincoln! All movies are captioned, making it easy to read along.

Resources from ISTE's iPad webinar 12/1/10

"This site contains resources for: iPads in the Classroom - October 20, 21 iPad Multimedia Tools for Creativity, Collaboration, and Publication This seminar will cover some of the best audio, photography, and video apps for use in education."

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"iBooks Author is a great tool for creating interactive ebooks. Unfortunately, creating content with iBooks Author isn't always as easy as you might hope it is. Back in June I shared a free 110 page book about using iBooks Author. However, if video tutorials are more helpful to you I have found twenty six videos that you should look at."

Description and useful resources on how the K12 timed reading app can be used to improve a child's reading fluency skills.