Using iPads in the classroom

So 90% of our 12 year olds own an iPod, probably an iPod Touch.  Instead of trying to omit the problem of inappropriate use of mobile phones, iPods and iPads in the classroom, the teacher could find ways to incorporate this wonderful technology into the classroom environment.

"But with each new challenge comes a new opportunity to demonstrate, once again, how the iPod touch could save rather than ruin the day."  

-http://louiseduncan.global2.vic.edu.au/2011/06/06/dont-lose-sight-of-the-power-of-mobility/)

With an iPad, iPod Touch or iPhone, we can use math apps, voice memos, online polls, create flashcards, collaborate with others on projects, create stories, comics, use writer's touch - the opportunity to be creative is endless.  Apps like Dragon Dictation can help with note taking, and there are plenty of paint and draw applications.

My favourite is using an iPad app to help tell a story.  Apps make creating videos and animations so much easier today.  Matt Gomez shares with us his folder full of storytelling apps.  Once that storey is created, it can be uploaded onto the web, and shared with the rest of the world - or to a selected audience.  A QR code generator can help with his process.  I often saw QR codes at shops and always wondered how they worked.  I do not own an iPad, but have downloaded the QRReader App onto my iPhone 4.  Now, when I go shopping, I will be able to read more about the product by taking a photo of the QR code and scanning it.

Click on the QR code below!

QR Code created at http://qrcode.kaywa.com/