Teaching and Learning: Using iPads in the Classroom Updated 01/2014 If I had thirty iPads in my class, what would I do with them? How would I use them to help my students learn better and help me teach better? Speaking of computers, they were supposed to be the transformation of teaching and learning as we know it. Kinesthetic Learners The iPad has a number of unique features that provide for interesting possibilities in teaching and learning. As a completely portable learning tool, the iPad camera allows documentation to be taken to a whole different level. Students can also attach videos, and voice recordings to their field notes. In math class the GPS of the iPad establishes locale in ways that are profound. Connecting Beyond the Classroom Of course, the mobility provided by the iPad's wireless telephone connection capability allows the unprecedented access to the Internet anywhere students are. How do you use iPads in the classroom to help teaching and learning?
Do Mobile Devices in the Classroom Really Improve Learning Outcomes? Matthew Lynch, Virginia Union University Mobile devices as teaching tools are becoming a more and more common part of the American education experience in classrooms, from preschool through graduate school. A recent Pew Research Center survey found that 58% of U.S. teachers own smartphones — 10 percentage points higher than the national average for adults. Those teachers are building that tech-savviness into their lesson plans, too, by embracing bring-your-own-device policies and leading the push for an iPad for every student. What do these mobile devices really add, though? Research finds benefits of mobile technology That same Pew Research Center survey asked a group of Advanced Placement and National Writing Project teachers about the educational impact of Internet technology in the classroom. As far back as 2010, reports were surfacing that mobile apps are not only engaging, but educational, for children as young as preschool. Mobile devices also bring challenges • E-readers.
Exploring Students' Mobile Learning Practices in Higher Education Key Takeaways A university-wide survey on students' mobile learning practices showed that ownership of mobile devices is high among students and that tablets are the most popular devices for academic purposes. The survey also found that mobile learning typically occurs outside the classroom, with only limited guidance from instructors. To improve mobile learning effectiveness, students and instructors need help adopting more effective learning and teaching practices across content areas. Baiyun Chen and Aimee deNoyelles are instructional designers at the University of Central Florida. Mobile technologies are playing an increasingly important role in college students' academic lives. The popularity of mobile technologies among college students is increasing dramatically. To successfully adopt mobile technologies across the university, however, we need more information about the student population's mobile access and use. Key Issues Methods We collected data (N = 1,082) in summer 2012. Notes
Blogging | Technology Resource Teachers What is Blogging? A blog is a contraction of the term "Web log." According to Wikipedia, a blog is a "Website usually maintained by an individual with regular entries of commentary, descriptions of events, or other material such as graphics or video. Entries are commonly displayed in reverse-chronological order. "Blog" can also be used as a verb, meaning to maintain or add content to a blog." In the world of education, many teachers and students use blogs as a way to share ideas and thoughts both in their school environments, or through distance learning opportunities. Blogging in Plain English from Common Craft Curriculum Connections How can I use blogs with students? create book discussions (great for literature circles or book reports)post prompts for writingcommunicate with parents and students about classroom news, policies, and eventsjournal writing onlinepublish student work (writing, photos, video, etc.) Equipment Needed Safety Considerations 1. Fourth Grade Kidblog "Mrs.
12 Principles Of Mobile Learning by Terry Heick Ed note: This post has been updated and republished from a 2012 post Mobile Learning is about self-actuated personalization. As learning practices and technology tools change, mobile learning itself will continue to evolve. For 2021, the focus is on a variety of challenges, from how learners access content to how the idea of a ‘curriculum’ is defined. It is only within these communities that the native context of each learner can be fully understood. 1. A mobile learning environment is about access to content, peers, experts, portfolio artifacts, credible sources, and previous thinking on relevant topics. 2. As mobile learning is a blend of the digital and physical, diverse metrics (i.e., measures) of understanding and ‘performance of knowledge’ will be available. 3. The cloud is the enabler of ‘smart’ mobility. 4. Transparency is the natural byproduct of connectivity, mobility, and collaboration. 5. 6. 7. 8. With mobility comes diversity. 9. 10. 11. 12.
Do mobile devices in the classroom really improve learning outcomes? Mobile devices as teaching tools are becoming a more and more common part of the American education experience in classrooms, from preschool through graduate school. A recent Pew Research Center survey found that 58% of U.S. teachers own smartphones — 10 percentage points higher than the national average for adults. Those teachers are building that tech-savviness into their lesson plans, too, by embracing bring-your-own-device policies and leading the push for an iPad for every student. In 2013, an estimated 25% of U.S. schools had BYOD policies in place and it’s reasonable to assume those numbers have risen in the past two years. What do these mobile devices really add, though? Is there more to this tech trend than just grabbing the attention of students? Research finds benefits of mobile technology That same Pew Research Center survey asked a group of Advanced Placement and National Writing Project teachers about the educational impact of Internet technology in the classroom.
iPods in Education Current trends in media technologies have great potential for education. Specifically, personal audio and video players enable educators to expand their curriculum to meet the mobile and media-rich learning styles of today's students. Furthermore, they extend teaching and learning beyond the normal classroom hours, allowing students to easily and continuously learn. Educational iPod and iPad Uses at a Glance Podcasts - Sync education podcasts created by students and teachers for learning on the go. Pricing iPod Features, Specs, Gallery iPod Specs What is an iPod Touch? PROS AND CONS OF iPODS IN EDUCATION PROS Portable and lightweight Battery Life 7-10 hours Supports student engagement, differentiation, and collaboration needs Access to information is immediate and current Educational podcasts and apps are abundant, free, or inexpensive Possible management and theft issues No camera No applications Small Screen / Keyboard Droppable and breakable iPod Apps Learning Resources
The 7 Awesome Benefits of Mobile Learning for Learners Mobile learning is rapidly becoming the norm of eLearning! mLearning has invaded the eLearning scene, regardless of the age of the learner. A successful eLearning project caters to mLearning by default. In this article, we discover the top 7 advantages of mobile learning and why mLearning is the preferred method of learning. Performance support or collaborative eLearning environment, mLearning has all the cards. What’s with the enormous success of mobile learning anyway? Here are a few takes on that question: 1. In a given organization, there are traditional learners, baby-boomers, Gen X and Gen Y. 2. More and more learners now prefer multimedia to stay engaged in a learning environment, for example videos, podcasts, audio as well as access to bite-sized learning, or microlearning on the go. 3. Initiatives like BYOD (bring your own device) have created a mobile device-based learning environment. 4. Older courses can be migrated easily to the mlearning platform with minimal effort. 1. 2.
Education Update:Make Parents Your Partners:Can Mobile Devices Transform Education? The popularity of smartphones, including Droids, iPhones, and BlackBerries, that now have GPS, texting, voice, and multimedia capabilities has prompted industry and education reformers to shine the light on these mobile devices as vehicles suitable for transforming K–12 learning for the 21st century. Although they present challenges as well as potential benefits, education experts reason that these powerful small computers motivate students; provide constant access to the wealth of knowledge, tools, and experts on the web; and are cheaper and more plentiful than laptops or desktop workstations. "A big choice for us is: we have this very flexible tool, much more like a Swiss army knife than a hammer. What do we want to use it for?" says Christopher Dede, Timothy E. Compared to laptops and computer workstations, mobile devices are cheaper, more portable, and physically less obtrusive, especially during collaborative work. The Innovators Augmenting Reality
iPod Touch in Elementary Classrooms..Need Ideas [Archive] I wouldn't suggest iPods, maybe netbooks? iPod touch isn't the easiest to type on, and it has a really small screen, which makes it undesirable for research. You can do a quick google or check your email, but you wouldn't want to read on it for hours. Same with the ebooks. Would they be going home? I could see some sort of assignment thing on them for that. Personally...... it um, sounds like a recipe for disaster! Don't get me wrong, there are lots of cools things to do on them, but as a parent i wouldn't want my school providing something like that my 4th grader. OK, that is unheard of today in the public school arena from what i can see - but how would you handle it when a parent said, NO? I guess, well, personally, i'd not be excited about it. OH, and how is the socio-economic makeup of your school? I can see the possibilities...... just not sure as a parent i'm ready for that in the classroom. ANYWAY, i'll be curious to see what others have to say.
Catering to Today’s Learners with Mobile Apps for K-12 K-12 education today needs to cater to the learning style of Gen Z, the generation of “digital natives.” In fact, research shows that 51% of high school students bring a smartphone to school every day. A great way to reach today’s students is through the channels that they prefer using, such as mobile apps. Mobile learning has the potential to ease access to educational resources, and make them accessible anywhere and at any time. Many students today are intrinsically motivated, have a sense of accountability and will seek such resources to make the most of what they have access to learn from. Also, students, today are mindful of the fact that digital learning and eBooks are much more eco-friendly. The Case for Mobile Apps in K-12 Education The future of e-learning is undeniably correlated with mobile learning. These stats are only the tip of the iceberg. All this only goes to show that the use of mobile apps can help K-12 education. The Future of K-12 Learning 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
An iPod Touch in Every Classroom by Kelly Croy <div class="greet_block wpgb_cornered"><div class="greet_text"><div class="greet_image"><a href=" rel="nofollow"><img src=" alt="WP Greet Box icon"/></a></div>Hello there! If you are new here, you might want to <a href=" rel="nofollow"><strong>subscribe to the RSS feed</strong></a> for updates on this topic.<div style="clear:both"></div></div></div> These are my notes from “An iPod Touch in Every Classroom: Even More Innovative Techniques for Using iPods to Reach Students” by Kelly Croy at the eTechOhio 2009 conference on Feb 2nd. MY REFLECTIONS AND COMMENTS ARE IN ALL CAPS. We use “old school” fuzzy headsets for lots of reasons, mainly health It would be great if there was a site that evaluated iPod Touch / iPhone apps We have a game show competition between classes - this lets kids Use TubeSock to
Pedagogical Practices of Mobile Learning in K-12 and Higher Education Settings Abachi, H. R., & Muhammad, G. (2014). The impact of m-learning technology on students and educators. Computers in Human Behavior, 30, 491–496.Article Google Scholar Ahmed, S., & Parsons, D. (2013).