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John Turner

"iPads in the primary school: emerging findings from research " - 1 views

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  • John Turner on 11 Dec 14
     
    Educational institutions have rapidly progressed from computer labs for teaching and learning to the use of laptops and now to a wider use of tablet devices. The iPad is gaining popularity as a learning tool at all levels. However, there is limited empirical research available about the nature of students' interaction with the device or the potential of these devices to support student learning. iPads in the Primary School: Emerging Findings from Research, by Garry Falloon, a paper presented at the 2014 Australian Council for Computers in Education conference articulates 'key findings from the first two phases of a 3-year study exploring primary school students' use of iPads and apps in general class settings.
  • John Turner on 11 Dec 14
John Turner

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  • John Turner on 25 Oct 14
     
    'We are now entering the mobile age, where phones are carried everywhere...cars are becoming travelling offices, airplane seats are entertainment centres, computer games are handheld ... We now have the opportunity to design learning differently: to create extended learning communities, to link people in real and virtual worlds, to provide expertise on demand, and to support a lifetime of learning' (Sharples, p.2 ). New technologies are enabling change, socially and economically, and education is cautiously embracing these tools for 21st century education. A paper presented at the recent 26th Australian Computers in Education Conference, titled Developing Early Learners' Creativity and Collaboration Using iPads, reports on a case study designed to investigate pedagogies using iPads that develop creative and collaborative skills in young learners. 'How can teachers use iPads to facilitate the development of creativity and collaboration in early learning?' (p. 3) is the focus of this research. The study was conducted in a Year 2 class where one of the authors was the teacher. Six iPads were available in a class of 25 students. Ten learning activities were developed and students in small groups used iPads to complete the assigned tasks. For some activities students worked in pairs. A reflective journal, guided by questions that focussed on creativity and collaboration was maintained by one of the authors. The paper responds to the forces of 21st century education: the surge of mobile computing devices and what have been termed the 21st century skills (critical thinking, communication, creativity and collaboration). The authors focus discussion on creativity and collaboration from various perspectives including those outlined in the Australian Curriculum documents (ACARA). It is through the review of these sources that the authors adapted and developed checklists to measure creativity and collaboration in their study. Three vignettes are shared by the aut
Makky Fung

Motion Math: Helping Drive iPad and Education Research | GeekDad | Wired.com - 0 views

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  • Makky Fung on 13 Dec 11
     
    Research shows children love motion math games
Sarah Hodgson

iPad Research in Schools - University of Hull - 0 views

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  • Sarah Hodgson on 15 Oct 14
     
    The Technology Enhanced Learning Research group, led by Kevin Burden (Principal Investigator) based in the Faculty of Education, has completed the first national evaluation to investigate the use and impact of tablet technologies (in this case the iPad), across schools and homes in Scotland.
Aaron Metz

Interactive screen time for kids: Do educational iPad apps teach toddlers anything? - 0 views

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  • Aaron Metz on 01 Oct 13
     
    Educational apps for very young children are a booming business. But the research hasn't caught up yet.
John Turner

The Coast News | Making Waves in Your Neighborhood - 0 views

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  • John Turner on 07 Mar 13
     
    Researchers studying the use of iPads in classrooms in California's Encinitas Union School District say the devices generally are favored by students and parents. In the district, where every student in grades 3 to 6 has an iPad, 90% of students said the technology has helped them learn -- especially when used in math lessons. However, some parents say they want to ensure the technology does not replace hands-on learning, and teachers say the iPads can be distracting for students if not managed properly.
John Turner

15 iPad Skills Every Teacher and Student should Have ~ Educational Technology and Mobil... - 1 views

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  • John Turner on 14 Jan 13
     
    1- My students should be able to create presentations . Here are the apps to help you achieve this goal :" 2- My students should be able to create digital stories. 3- My students should be able to create eBooks . 4- My students should be able to print their docs right from their iPad. 5- My students should be able to create videos . 6- I want to Improve my students reading skills. 7- My students should be able to take notes on their iPad . 8- My students should be able to create written content on their iPads . 9- My students should be able to use White Boards from their iPads. 10-My students should be able to record audio clips 11- My students should be able to screen share 12-My students should be able to do their homework with the help of iPad . 13- My students should be able to create mind maps 14-My students should be able to do research using iPad 15-My students should be able to create digital portfolios .
Aaron Metz

iPad Studies at Abilene Christian U. Dig Deep into Learning Outcomes - 0 views

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  • Aaron Metz on 05 Oct 11
     
    Research into how tablets affect 'transfer learning'
Makky Fung

iPad Scotland Final Evaluation Report (October 2012) | Classroom Aid - 1 views

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  • Makky Fung on 01 Mar 13
     
    A good summary to the iPad Scotland Final Evaluation.
Aaron Metz

iPad 101 | IPAD 4 SCHOOLS - 0 views

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  • Aaron Metz on 16 Oct 12
     
    OK, you're got / been given an iPad and you're thinking "where do I start?" 
David Larson

The iPad and your kid-digital daycare, empowering educator, or something bad? | Ars Tec... - 0 views

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  • What on earth is the iPad doing to my child?
  • Dr. Heather Kirkorian, an assistant professor in the Human Development and Family Studies Department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • studying how touchscreen devices affect early childhood learning
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  • For decades it’s been known that infants and toddlers under two years old learn less from video than real life experiences—it’s called the “video deficit.
  • three years of age, when educational video viewing can actually facilitate learning
  • background television
  • could disrupt play behavior and parent-child interaction
  • face-to-face interaction is crucial for learning language and social skills. Excessive TV exposure at this early age has been linked to language delays and social impairment such as lack of expression or eye contact.
  • American Academy of Pediatrics recommends zero screen time for children under two years of age, and no more than two hours for older kids
  • “contingency”—the image on the screen changes in direct response to one’s behavior.
  • Young children are captivated by contingency
  • An analysis by the Joan Ganz Cooney Center in 2012 showed that three out of four top-selling apps in the education category targeted elementary-age children or younger, and the most popular apps are aimed at preschoolers.
  • But although many apps claim they have educational value, there is almost no published research on the effect of interactive apps on infant or toddler learning.
  • “If I study the iPad today, it may not be relevant in the next five years,
  • Kirkorian’s first study (which began in 2011) is only now under revision
  • Koeun brought out an iPad and began showing Jeremy a video of a woman standing behind four boxes. The woman took one object out of each of the boxes and named each of them. They were weird-looking things and were given random names like “modi” and “toma.” After viewing the video, Koeun brought out a box containing the four objects in real life and asked Jeremy to give her the “toma.” He immediately picked up the correct object, indicating that he was able to learn the information from the video and link it to real-life experiences.
  • According to Kirkorian’s results, toddlers above 30 months of age are able to learn the names of the objects equally well with or without interaction with the screen (Jeremy was 32 months at the time). However, this is not the case with younger children. For younger two-year-olds, the requirement to specifically touch the box doubled the likelihood that they picked the right object, whereas touching anywhere on the screen did not help.
  • In other words, specific interaction with the screen significantly improved their learning.
  • Engaging children to actively participate and interact with the screen may overcome the notorious video deficiency effect. Perhaps children under two years old can learn from screens after all.
  • Of course, the study has its limitations.
  • this is the necessary first step to understand how interactive technologies influence learning.”
  • With the information being collected, what should we look for when selecting an app for our young children?
  • engaging and interactive features that aim to enhance learning without causing a distraction
  • Selecting age-appropriate apps is also important.
  • Parents should monitor their child's use of an app to make sure their child understands how to play and foresee aspects that could be frustrating for their child
  • It's good to keep in mind both that children can learn from apps and that they still need real interaction with people.”
  • language-rich experience
  • working with a caregiver, someone who can answer questions and provide feedback about whatever is happening on-screen.
  • a tool to increase interaction with your kid
  • a set of standards for evaluating the educational value of interactive apps—what they call the four “pillars” of learning
  • minds-on” learning, engagement with the learning material (without distraction), meaningful experiences that relate to the child, and social interaction.
  • digital pacifier
  • If these devices become the predominant method to calm and distract young children, will they be able to develop their own internal mechanisms of self-regulation?
  • it is important for kids to learn to self-regulate
  • If parents expect their kids to wait at a restaurant for 45 minutes, let them get fussy, and respond by giving them an iPhone, they are probably rewarding that tantrum. But if you anticipate that your child is not capable of waiting 45 minutes without a distractor, then sure, bring an iPad along to entertain them. This is a proactive approach and is no different from bringing toys along. It’s much better than having age-inappropriate expectations. Come prepared with some tools, and if that tool is an iPad, it may not be the worst thing you could do.”
  • no kind of technology is inherently good or evil. It all depends on how you use it.
  • nteractive devices do have the potential to help young children learn in ways unachievable by television or other passive screen media.
  • Science is lagging far behind technology
  • It is impractical to never expose kids to screens
  • “It’s much more empowering to give parents information on what sorts of screen media are most valuable and let parents decide for themselves, instead of just saying, ‘Don’t use it at all.’”
  • Common Sense Media found that 38% of children under two have used a mobile device for playing games or watching videos. That was in 2013
  • Do your best to choose something that seems age-appropriate, well-designed, and educationally valuable
  • moderation
John Turner

[rd] The cure for early grades assessment difficulties? Take a tablet | Research Develo... - 1 views

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  • John Turner on 10 Feb 15
     
    "Maurice Walker reports on an innovative approach to assessment using tablets to monitor educational development in the early years of schooling."
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