iPads are latest popular tool schools are using in the classroom! When I found this out, I honestly couldn't really believe that every student would have access to an iPad because I myself have barely used one (I'm getting old, already). Honestly I was a bit skeptical about using iPads because as much as I love new technology, I kind of hate what it has been doing to social skills, manners, and creativity. That being said, there are some GREAT apps on the iPad that can be great in the classroom. I feel that as long as I have a good balance in my classroom and give students the understanding that rules do apply to using technology, I can definitely see it fitting in to my philosophy.
One of my favorite things we were able to do in class with the iPad is use a whiteboard app. There are plenty of free ones that work just fine, but the one we used was not free. It allows the teacher to write on the board WHILE MOVING AROUND THE ROOM! I think that's pretty cool. One can write on a blank background, a website, or an image. Basically whatever comes on the screen, you can write on it, make notes, highlight, etc. I thought this was a pretty handy tool.
There are many apps for specific subjects: math games/flashcards, reading out loud, vocabulary, science facts/games, social studies, art, and music! There are some great games to help students learn new skills. A lot of them are so entertaining they probably won't even realize they are improving a skill!
Some sites I found very helpful for finding cool apps were:
100 Ways to Use iPads in Your Classroom
Apple in Education
15 Creative Apps for Kids
Apps for Teachers
No comments:
Post a Comment