How iPads can be used in Education:
IPads are used to reinforce skills that have been taught in whole group lessons by the teacher or can allow the student to explore new subject matter. Students can work individually or in pairs while working on the iPad. Some applications allow the teacher to track individual progress and modify the program to meet individual needs. Other applications may be timed, which challenge the student and work towards producing automaticity. Applications are available in all content areas including reading, math, science, etc.
Low tech applications: Alphabet Writing
Alphabet Writing introduces students to the mechanics of handwriting and the recognition of letter symbols. Students are rewarded for appropriate formation of letters and are encouraged to learn colors during this process.
Low tech applications: Shapes Toddler Preschool
Shapes Toddler Preschool teaches children how to recognize different shapes, numbers, letters, colors, etc. Within this program students will match these different categories; they will go on to label, sort and quiz themselves on the knowledge they have learned.
High tech applications: Starfall
Starfall is an application that can take a child from learning the alphabet to learning how to read independently. Initially it assumes that the child needs full support but as the child progresses those supports can be faded and the child can work through the application with independence. The stories begin with simple phonics lessons and progress into harder more advanced stories including nursery rhymes. There are many seasonal activities that promote high interest.
High tech applications: Montessori Word
Montessori Word is an application that guides students through simple three letter CVC words such as "cat" or "hit". Then, the application guides them through more complex phonics skills using blends, digraphs, and dipthongs. Supports throughout this program can be faded by the teacher along with length of program and difficulty.
(Dell, Assistive technology in the classroom: enhancing the school experiences of students with disabilities, 2012)
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