Putting the iPad to Work in Elementary Classrooms

Website:

 http://thejournal.com/articles/2011/07/11/putting-the-ipad-to-work-in-elementary-classrooms.aspx
By Peter Levy


I have been contemplating the use of iPads in my classroom since I got one this past summer. I initially got my Ipad for personal use; however, quickly began downloading apps that I could possibly use in my classroom. The article simply summarized my feelings that iPads should be incorporated through the classroom. 

The article describes how Camilla, Instructional Technology Coordinator at Arlington, initially used ipads strictly for students with disabilities. I also agreed that ipads would help these students greatly. The article then goes on to talk about how the ipad should be used not only with students with disabilities but every student!

Students are quickly engaged into the topics presented on the ipad. Students are creating unique projects that they are able to post and share with a swipe of a finger and lightening fast speed. 

I only wish my school had the funds to provide my room with ipads. My teaching partner recently received ipods which I feel are just as useful and could be used in the same ways that the article mentions.