Ms. Wims is setting a great standard with having her students use iPods for various activities throughout the day. From completing assessments with Socrative to creating words on Worcle the opportunities for free, education-based iPod apps. seem endless.
When selecting a time of day to use iPods in the classroom, it's important to set expectations for students. Expectations can (and should) include:
One of the greatest things about using iPods in the classroom is their versatility. On the one hand, they can be used to complete assessments, on the other hand, they can be used for game-based learning. Below is a link to a particularly, well-thought-out way to set up classroom iPods.
iPods and the Common Core
So, while adequate time must be invested in the initial set up of both the iPods and the expectation for students, one can see just how powerful of a tool iPods are in the classroom. Imagine how great it would be to know that your whole class is learning, building on their spelling ability even, while you are testing individual students (think: STEP testing).
- turning the volume off or down
- carrying the iPod with two hands when transitioning around the room
- using only the assigned iPod
- only playing certain games
One of the greatest things about using iPods in the classroom is their versatility. On the one hand, they can be used to complete assessments, on the other hand, they can be used for game-based learning. Below is a link to a particularly, well-thought-out way to set up classroom iPods.
iPods and the Common Core
So, while adequate time must be invested in the initial set up of both the iPods and the expectation for students, one can see just how powerful of a tool iPods are in the classroom. Imagine how great it would be to know that your whole class is learning, building on their spelling ability even, while you are testing individual students (think: STEP testing).