Essential Question: How have the video and audio recording tools in the iPad as well as the apps enhanced learning? What were the lessons learned?
Mark and David discuss the second segment of David’s interview with the two fifth grade teachers who are piloting the iPads at Alexandria Country Day School. Michelle Cook and Margi Weaver share their insights on how the iPads and the focus on project-based learning are affecting learning at ACDS
Tip of the Week>
Mark: App Learning Tasks is a great Google Spreadsheet created by Brad Wilson at www.21innovate.com is a great resource for apps categorized according to content area, kind of learning action (e.g., calculate, teach, locate, deduce) and whether is free/pay. It would be a great place for a teacher to start in combing through apps available for the classroom.
David: Another helpful approach to reviewing and developing one’s curriculum is using Bernice McCarthy’s 4MAT system. Take a look at the About Learning website which provides a great deal of information about using 4MAT in your curriculum work.
Shifted Practice> Lily Bentley of Alexandria Country Day School
Next Show> Chris Ros, Science Teacher and Administrator at Alexandria Country Day School