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iPads: the new frontier - November 2010
The document discusses mobile learning and educational apps. It provides research on the benefits of mobile learning, such as increased student engagement, motivation, and literacy. Mobile devices can enhance learning in core subjects and support collaboration. The document also shares examples of mobile learning projects and reviews of educational apps. It emphasizes that curriculum should drive the use of technology and provides tips for developing an effective implementation strategy for mobile devices in schools.
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- 1. Cecilie Murray John Sloan DelphianeLearning
- 2. Let’s talk aboutwhat we know What the research says Workshop: Planning an implementation strategy Support networks and info sources Good apps and how to find them Effective integration into teaching & learning Apps, apps and data Resources
- 3. Discuss: Which mobile devicesdo you use inside and outside of school?
- 4. Share: What have youfound out about mobile devices?
- 5. K-12 Report 2010 Cloud computing Collaborative environments Game based learning Mobiles Augmented reality Flexible displays http://www.nmc.org/pdf/2010-Horizon-Report-K12.pdf Aust-NZ Report 2010 • E-books • Mobiles • Augmented reality • Open content • Gesture based computing • Visual data analysis http://www.nmc.org/pdf/2010-Horizon-Report-ANZ.pdf
- 6. Mobile learning is… ‘learningin a more personalised way, handing over more control to the learners themselves’ ‘disruptive learning’ (Stead, 2006) ‘holds and heightens student interest, engages students in learning, and provides yet another means for expressive and receptive literacy’ (Dogeby, 2007) The Research
- 7. ‘a small, cleverlydesigned handheld game can significantly enhance learner performance in mental maths as well as having a positive impact on other aspects of classroom life’ (Robertson, 2009). ‘mobile devices can have a positive impact on learning experiences for both educators and students’ (McFarlane, Triggs& Yee, 2008; Ng & Nicholas, 2009)
- 8. ‘Schools with one-to-onecomputing programs have fewer discipline problems, lower dropout rates, and higher rates of college attendance than schools with a higher ratio of students to computers…but for one-to- one programs to boost student achievement as well, they must be properly implemented.’ Project Red (Revolutionizing Education) June 2010
- 9. (ed. Wan Ng,2010) Chapter 12 Imagine Mobile Learning in your Pocket Cecilie Murray, Delphian eLearning http://www.igi- global.com/bookstore/TitleDetails.aspx?TitleId=4177 0
- 11. how mobilelearning might be used to increase engagement, motivation, ICT curriculum integration and effective learning in K-12 schools. action research questions focused on impact on learning in core curriculum areas, literacy, numeracy, new media, interpersonal development
- 12. iPodagogy 2007 iPodsand video podcasting for learning iPod Touch Project 2008 8 iPod Touches per class for literacy Global Mobile Learning 2008-09 Two year project – Australia, Singapore and USA Nintendo DS for Maths 2009 Nintendo DS for student learning in Mathematics
- 13. Up to50 Primary and secondary schools 1:1technologies and collaborative technologies supporting VELS outcomes iPod touch, Netbooks, Flip cameras, Blogs, Wikis, GPS & geocaching, Massive Multiplayer Online Gaming, Quizdom etc Benchmarking, data collection based on rubrics, online survey, reports, interviews
- 14. Mobile learning: Promotesconfidence and independence regardless of year level and age Promotes peer coaching and developing activities for each other Important in encouraging ESL learners, reluctant learners (at risk/disengaged) Improves attendance, more active participation in class Promotes better preparation and organisation for class Supports more regular completion of school work and homework
- 15. Mobile learningstimulates enjoyment in learning…‘fun’ activity Greater interaction (& writing) from boys in particular, in blogs, podcasts and web pages Stimulates teachers and students to work creatively to improve literacy and numeracy Student performance data – improves numeracy and literacy, increases skills in teamwork, interpersonal skills and ICT skills Motivates teachers to rethink their pedagogy around the use of ICT and mobile devices
- 16. Research reports iPod TouchReport http://delphian.com.au/ipod-touch-research-report iPodagogy: Using iPods and Video Podcasting for Learning http://delphian.com.au/ipods-and-podcasting-learning Global Mobile Learning http://delphian.com.au/global-mobile-learning-research
- 17. References Project Red (2010)Revolutionizing Education, One to One Institute, US. http://projectred.org/ McFarlane, A. Triggs, P. & Yee, W. (2008). Researching mobile learning - Interim report to Becta http://partners.becta.org.uk/uploaddir/downloads/page_documents/research/mobil e_learning.pdf Ng, W. & Nicholas, H. (2009a). Introduction of pocket PC in schools: attitudes and beliefs in the first year. Computers and Education. Robertson, M. (2009) Innovative Schooling and Responsiveness to ongoing Global Change, La Trobe University, Melbourne Stead, G. (2006). Mobile technologies: transforming the future of learning, in Emerging Technologies for Learning, BECTA. http://partners.becta.org.uk/upload- dir/downloads/page_documents/research/emerging_technologies.pdf Metiri Group (2006) Technology in Schools, What the Research Says, Cisco Systems. http://www.cisco.com/web/strategy/docs/education/TechnologyinSchoolsReport.pd f Dogeby, (2006) Using iPods for Instruction, Principals Partnership, Florida. http://www.principalspartnership.com/iPods.pdf
- 18. Why iPads orTouch tablets? iPad or Galaxy Tablet (Samsung) Small handheld devices enable learning anywhere, anytime Convergence of innovations in mobile technology and social software, Web 2.0 Young people’s social use of technologies For schools it means 1:1 is achievable
- 19. Discuss in fourrotations: (10 mins) 1. How do we develop an Implementation Strategy? 2. Where do I find support, networks and info? 3. How do I find quality educational apps? 4. How do I integrate iPads in the classroom?
- 20. Good practice:AALF 21 steps for implementation DEECD – 2 resources 1:1 21 steps checklist at DEECD VIC & QLD Issues: professional learning an issue OHP or data shows for using with iPads Teachers need to be taught hand gestures with iPads PL to be built into planning
- 21. Look atother schools for good practice Technicians from other schools Talk to Apple Issues: Proxies- the big end proxy is key in Govt schools Independent schools more flexible iTunes – bulk purchase for schools; 1 app per device
- 22. Places togo to look at reviews of apps Issue: - time for teachers to find good apps iTunes search processes not intuitive Flash not working on iPads – Skyfire browser app (prompts users to be >17 y.o) Personal device issues in schools Search in iTunes, not on the device iPub – images or multimedia for assignments
- 23. Integrate withother technologies Netbooks, ipod touches, ipads etc Curriculum developed first Curriculum, not technology should be the driver Seek out schools demonstrating good practice
- 24. Four phases: ◦PLANNING – research, vision, consult, assess readiness, project plan, budget ◦ PREPARATION – assess teacher skills, professional learning, spaces, suppliers, applications, costs, policies ◦ IMPLEMENTATION – support services, distribute, use in classrooms ◦ EVALUATION – device use (action research), support services, policies and management Good Practice Tips Implementation of Mobile Learning projects http://delphian.com.au/mobile-learning-articles
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- 38. Educational apps Relevantto kids Use technologies that pervade their lives Engaging for learning Inquiry based constructivist content High quality games prolong engagement Kids can consolidate knowledge independently
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- 41. English Apps Spectronics: Appsfor Education http://www.spectronicsinoz.com/blog/uncategoriz ed/2010/09/educational-apps-and-resources-for- the-ipad-and-iphone/
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- 48. Use Twitter tofollow the leaders: #slide2learn #mlearning #edapps Twitter
- 49. Curriculum-driven content, highquality graphics Monitor student progress online A new model
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- 53. 1 2 3SHEEP is a counting app for young learners with 3 fun activities - flying a helicopter around the farm, herding sheep into pens and guiding the sheepdog into the ute
- 54. MATHSTRONAUT is amaths challenge app for addition and subtraction, designed for Primary and Middle school students.
- 55. PLINKERTON is acybersafety mystery game that aims to create awareness for Middle school students about how to stay safe online.
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