Education Apps for iPad

Education Apps for iPad:

Jessica Blied EDCO 549 Education Apps for iPad

Apple in Education:

Apple in Education There are now hundreds of applications available for download on an iPad that are specifically designed for learning. These apps cater to students, parents and educators: - assists students with their homework and understanding of the material -helps parents better aid their student with homework -provides tools for teachers and educators to use in the classroom and around school

Whether working on fractions..:

Whether working on fractions..

Or learning how to dissect a frog…:

Or learning how to dissect a frog…

There seems to be an App for everyone.:

There seems to be an App for everyone. Y oung children: Apps that help develop basic language skills to learning alphabet, shapes, colors, numbers.. School-aged: Apps for English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History, Social Studies, Geography, Art, Languages.. Special Education: Apps for “learning differences” such as dyslexia, attention deficit disorder and comprehension difficulties High School: Apps for SAT prep, college searches.. College +: Apps for learning languages, digital reader, study guides, subject tutorials..

In the Classroom::

In the Classroom: Interactive screen to work out mathematic problems, trace maps, watch volcano and earth quake patterns, or diagram sentences Has all tools built in (calculator, dictionary, thesauraus , etc.) Easy to use touch screen for all students

At Home::

At Home: Students can engage in the material through games and animation Ability to use alternate forms of technology in order to better understand assignments, projects and other homework

Not just for Students!:

Not just for Students! Teachers can use an App to: Take attendance Track grades and assignments Display lesson aids, videos, and homework assignments Counselors can use an App to: Keep updated about college admission and financial aid deadlines Take notes, track and alert for student meetings Design presentations for in-services and parent nights

Apple Apps add::

Apple Apps add: Opportunity for students to interact with the learning material through technology Clear digital screen for viewing videos and pictures, playing games, and reading Long battery life of 7-10 hours Light and compact for easy usage and storage Less expensive than a computer with the same capabilities

Future Implications: :

Future Implications: POSITIVE Digital Tablets= Less paper= more green Increase classroom productivity Engage students in a way that captures their attention Mobility Low price and high availability in comparison to computers iPads can connect with one another to establish a digital learning community NEGATIVE Fear that traditional learning practices will be lost- possibly negative long-term effects that cannot be measured yet Widening of technology gap- less access for poorer school districts

References:

References http://passionateteaching.wordpress.com/2011/04/22/the-benefits-of-educational-apps/ http://chronicle.com/article/College-20-6-Top-Smartphone/125764/ http://www.apple.com/education/apps/ http://www.edweek.org/dd/articles/2011/02/09/02apps.h04.html http://www.mastersinschoolcounseling.com/18-essential-web-applications-for-school-counselors.html