The Past, Present, And Future Of The iPad In Learning The Idea When Apple started dropping hints about a coming “tablet PC” in 2009, it would have been difficult to see the way it might change the way we interact with digital media. The first-generation iPad was introduced in April, 2010 and in lieu of some significant hardware limitations, was a world-beater, garnering $1 billion in sales in just 4 months. Dog years have nothing on tech years. The concept for the iPad started over a dinner. But Jobs was bothered by Microsoft’s insistence on using a stylus. And so, standing on the shoulders of smartphones and in-development tablet PCs, the iPad was conceived. Education has an odd reputation for both resisting change, and short-sightedly jumping on emerging edu-trends. Undoubtedly, technology will continue to play a larger role in both formal and informal learning environments, and it’s fair to wonder where this is all going. The Gee Wiz Era “Motor skills are not necessary. Gee Wiz. The App Era Specifically, apps. Enter the app. And gender-equity?
Blog | About Silvia Rosenthal Tolisano is a Third Culture Kid (TCK). Born in Germany, raised in Argentina, having lived shortly in Brazil, is now planted in the United States. Her multicultural upbringing fueled her passion for languages, travel, global awareness, and global competencies. Silvia holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish with a Minor in International Studies and a Masters in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Technology. She has worked as a World Language teacher, Technology Integration Facilitator, 21st Century Learning Specialist, Social Media Coordinator, Professional Development and Educational Consultant. Her passions include globally connected learning, technology integration, contemporary upgrades and amplification of the curriculum, documenting for learning (from digital portfolios, digital storytelling, new forms of teacher observations, to building institutional memory), blogging as pedagogy, visualize learning and developing & maintaining a Personal Learning Network.
Creating a Classroom eBook with BookCreator It is no secret that I am a fan of the iPad app BookCreator since its release in 2011. Our students have created several eBooks with the app. You can read about the creation, its process and even download the final eBooks on the following blog posts: One of the most important features of the app is the openness and responsiveness of the developer Dan Amos. Our wonderful librarian Karin Hallett, who blogs on Liquid Literacy (a must subscribe blog) published a step by step recount of her process of creating a classroom eBook with current first graders. Each student worked on their own iPad to create their eBook. Dan Amos had extended the new beta version of the new BookCreator to me and we were in luck that the ability to combine more than one book together was already included in the update. Each student emailed me their eBook file, which I opened in BookCreator on my iPad. The app update is coming out of beta today and ready to be downloaded by everyone.
[마인드맵 이야기] ①창의적 인재를 위한 마인드맵 시작하기 개인적으로 최근 5년 동안 배운 것 중에 가장 유용하고 만족도가 큰 기술이 바로 마인드맵입니다. 마인드맵을 배우고 나서 업무, 강의, 집필, 자기계발 등에 사용하며 창의적인 일을 하는 모든 직장인과 학생에게 반드시 필요한 기술이라는 것을 깨달았습니다. 결국 혼자만 알고 있기에 너무 미안한 마음에 내친김에 공인 마인드맵 강사 자격증까지 따서 가족, 지인, 동료들에게 마인드맵을 열심히 알리고 있답니다. 마인드맵이란 무엇인가 ‘마인드맵(Mindmap)’은 영국의 교육 학자 토니 부잔(Tony Buzan)이 개발한 학습과 발상방법으로 쉽게 표현하면 ‘생각의 지도’라고 정의 할 수 있습니다. 마인드맵을 만들 때에는 가능하면 이미지를 많이 사용하는 것이 좋습니다. 손으로 그린 필자의 자기소개 마인드맵 안철수 박사님의 <컨버전스 시대의 인재에게 필요한 5가지 태도> 마인드맵 좌뇌보다 우월한 우뇌 좌반구와 우반구가 신경섬유 다발로 연결된 인간의 두뇌는 좌뇌와 우뇌가 서로 다른 역할을 하는 것으로 알려져 있습니다. 마인드맵을 어디에 써먹지? 저는 업무상 프로젝트 계획, 강의 준비, 컨퍼런스 정리, 집필, 사내 행사 준비 등에 마인드맵을 활용하고 있으며 개인적으로는 여행 계획, 자기 계발, 독서록, 이사 준비에 활용합니다. 마인드맵은 습관입니다 마인드맵이 무엇인지 알려면 15분이면 충분합니다. 손으로 그리는 마인드맵 마인드맵을 그리는 방법은 종이와 펜을 이용해 손으로 직접 그리는 방법과 컴퓨터 응용프로그램을 이용하는 방법이 있습니다. 1) 별도의 장비가 필요 없다. 2) 좌뇌와 우뇌를 함께 쓸 수 있다. 3) 습관으로 만들기 위해서. 필요한 도구들 마인드맵을 그리기 위해서 많은 장비가 필요한 것은 아닙니다. 1) 종이 가능하면 A3 용지 혹은 8절 크기 이상의 스케치북이 좋습니다. 2) 펜 주변에서 쉽게 구할 수 있는 필기용 수성펜이나 자신의 손에 익은 펜을 사용하면 됩니다. 마인드맵으로 요약한 독서록 <회사가 원하는 제안의 기술> 마인드맵의 구성요소 3차원으로 표현된 화려한 중심 이미지 마치며
Top 10 Do’s and Don’ts When Flipping Your Classroom #edchat Produce material for YOUR students to engage them outside the classroom. Generic content works as a starting point but students have greater faith in their own teacher’s input.Decide on a workflow solution and stick to it. I use Edmodo to set assignments and annotate responses. Students are happy with this solution as it is cross platform and supports learning with library and backpack resources.Set specific deadlines for your students. If they are given a date then unfortunately that can be construed as midnight!! Expect students to watch/read your material just because you tell them to. This post is in response to the success we have had with workflow and assessment for learning this academic year. Please contact me if you would like to discuss the ‘flipped’ class as I am very keen to hear any new ideas. Like this: Like Loading...
Apps in Education One iPad in the Classroom? – Top 10 Apps | syded (www.langwitches.org) From a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) programme to a 1:1 iPad initiative there are a number of options available to schools when embracing new technology in the classroom. Consequently it is becoming common for school leaders to purchase a device to trial in the classroom before making any real financial commitment. As the iPad is currently the ‘class leader’ in education, there are many educators who have found themselves with an iPad to ‘see what it can do?’ The challenge is to demonstrate enhanced learning, so here are ten suggestions that may help: MULTIMEDIA OPTIONS – Use the camera/video to display student work to the rest of the class. Of course there are any number of apps that will enhance learning as well as those above.
7 Online Quiz Tools Perfect For Classrooms Whether you want to have students turn in homework via an online form or simply take a quiz or test, online quiz tools are critical to having a connected classroom. Most tools are free, all are robust, and they’re quite easy to use. What could be better than that? You can use any of these below tools to get feedback from parents, students, colleagues, and more. Below is simply an introduction to each tool in case you aren’t familiar with it so be sure to dive into any that interest you and give them a try in the classroom! Quizlet Quizlet A free and popular online quiz tool, Quizlet lets you easily build – you guessed it – quizzes. Yacapaca You’re going to love the mascot of Yacapaca . Quia Quia Similar to Yacapaca, Quia has a dedicated student sign-on that’s managed by teachers. Google Forms Google Forms You can’t do a post on the best online quiz tools without mentioning Google Docs / Drive / Forms (or whatever it’s called these days). ProProfs ProProfs Here’s one to watch. Quiz ME Online
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The iPad and Your Soldiers (Top 10 Tips for Personalised Learning) It is very easy to find a list of recommended apps for general or subject specific use. However, one of the iPads greatest strengths is its ability to help personalise learning for all. The following ideas are only a snapshot of the potential of the iPad when addressing the needs of each student (soldier). The Soldier ‘Quiet, obedient and consistent, the Soldier charges into every assignment and stops only once enough damage is done to get the desired grade. Soldiers don’t show off. Trademark question: “What will we be graded on?” iPad Tip: Create an audio-note using Soundcloud so they can review instructions. The Heavy Weapons Guy ‘The Heavy Weapons Guy isn’t the swiftest. iPad Tip: Ask the student to create a Popplet as a plan for the assignment. The Demoman ‘Nothing can satiate the Demoman’s thirst for knowledge. iPad Tip: Ask the student to create an iMovie of the topic with photos and video evidence. The Sniper The Medic The Engineer The Scout The Spy The Pyro Like this: Like Loading...
Free Technology for Teachers The Ultimate Guide to Using iPads in the Classroom There is no doubt to anyone who has used an iPad or any tablet for that matter that they show a clear alternative to teaching learning in the classroom beyond laptops, screens and monitors. The iPads simplicity of use and massive range of apps give it a great deal of appeal as a teaching and learning tool and the future looks bright for this trend to continue. Yes it does have a number of shortfalls in some areas - like any early technology so I am going to share some great resources with you that I have come across which highlight the benefits of iPads in the class room and hopefully they will be of use to you. The DEECD located in Victoria Australia has some brilliant resources located at their iPads in the classroom trial website including. The 21 Steps to iPad success which is a document created to assist schools to smoothly implementing their iPads in the classroom, and have provided each school with some support materials. Planning Preparing Implementing Evaluating
Top Five iPad Apps for Teaching Across All Content Areas Ever since I was a kid, I loathed back to school commercials. They always showed parents gleefully skipping through aisles of pencils and notebooks as the kids, sullen and dejected, sluggishly followed along. It's a scene we are all too familiar with, and one that creates a negative stigma around school. Although this post is a little early for the back-to-school season, consider it an early reminder that summer is near and that, eventually, the start of the 2013 school year will be close at hand. I’m going to share five applications for the iPad that will take the place of student supply lists, provide savings and replace dread with anticipation. Notability While some may argue that there are better options -- and free options -- out there, I find, along with many of our students, that Notability is the go-to application for note taking. A note about Notability: I would strongly endorse Evernote here as well. Haiku Deck Edmodo Edmodo is a one-stop shop for all of your classes. ShowMe