ipad apps we use in class! October 22, 2011

We have a classroom ipad that the kids are using for handwriting, reading, math, writing workshop, and audio & video projects throughout the year.  The kids are loving it!

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Below is a link to a list of the iPad apps that we use on a regular basis.

http://www.symbaloo.com/mix/arsenaultfavapps

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Here is a fun video about the ipad saying, “there’s an APP for that!”

Technology Integration August 21, 2011

I take the children to the computer lab every Tuesday/Thursday.  After a mini-lesson, the children utilize web based educational games that specifically complement the GLCE’s.  They also are exposed to Compass Learning: https://www.thelearningodyssey.com/.  I will send home a log-in and password for your child so they can use Compass at home.

I encourage students to use vocabulary such as: “browser”, “link”, “monitor”, “space bar”, etc…  I also encourage early keyboarding skills.  Please check out the “Games” category on the right.  Those are some of the educational games we use in the lab.

I am currently attending MSU to acquire my Masters in Educational Technology.  Did you know that there are Technology GLCEs (grade level content expectations)?  I incorporate these GLCEs into our curriculum and I make sure my students get computer lab time at least once a week.  Early exposure will help your child be better prepared for first grade.  Here is a copy of the Michigan GLCEs for Technology:

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY STANDARDS & EXPECTATIONS

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I purchased a subscription to MORE.STARFALL.COM for our class.  This awesome site focuses on Literacy and Math.  Each student gets to create a log-in and password with an individualized avatar.  I can track their progress as well.

more.starfall.com is not available for home use under my subscription because I only have enough “authorizations” for the 30 computers in the lab.  You can purchase it through their website for home use for $35 a year if you would like to.

The free version of starfall is also available for home use: starfall.com

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We have a Classroom iPad!!

Our class will be piloting an iPad program this year!  Our class was given an iPad to use for the year.  

It is a great opportunity!