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Posted: 28 Jan 2015 09:00 PM PST
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Redefining learning with iPads
More teachers are getting hold of iPads for their work, but how can they go about getting the most out of them? Primary school teacher and iPad-innovator Lee Parkinson discusses how teachers can use the device to bring very specific subjects to life.
The fatal mistake schools make when deploying mobile technology is thinking that by purchasing the hardware, that’s the hard part done. In fact, the easiest step in a school’s iPad journey is buying the technology; the successful use of the technology is determined by what schools do after this.
When schools decide to invest in mobile technology, they need to have a clear vision for how it will be deployed successfully. The most effective step we made at Davyhulme Primary was to focus on the teachers. Making sure all the teachers received quality CPD and had their own iPad to build their confidence. Schools who do not allow teachers to have an iPad to take home restrict the teacher’s ability to further their understanding and competence with the device. If the only time teachers have to try different apps is during the school day, chances are it won’t happen. Between 7.30am and 6pm, time is extremely limited for teachers within school; very few have time to go to the toilet, let alone practise using the iPad. So if you want teachers to become confident in using this technology let them use it at their leisure and this will make a difference.
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This is why all of you now should have your own device – to experiment and learn. We continue to look for good opportunities for you to learn more. If you haven’t told me yet whether you want AM or PM for Feb 9th, please do that today.
I have looked at your requests for additional PD and I will pass them all on to Lisa. One good suggestion is that we focus first on Google Calendar – I think this is a great idea and I will ask Lisa to start with this. We should also look at Google+ so that you can get a better feel for our own Google + Community.
Paul