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The iPad, a versatile tablet introduced by Apple in April 2010, has transformed educational practices. With its 9.7” touchscreen, it facilitates web browsing, e-book reading, and interactive learning. iPads can be utilized for individual or group work in classrooms, allowing for differentiated activities and engaging students with interactive material. Many educational apps, such as Razz Kids and Spelling City, are available at low costs, providing resources for reading, multiplication, and vocabulary. iPads enhance accessibility, portability, and customized learning experiences for students.
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IPADS FOR EDUCATION KATE CROZIER
Ipad “A very popular tablet computer from Apple, introduced in April 2010. The iPad interface is similar to the iPod touch and iPhone, but it’s 9.7” screen enables it to replace a laptop for many purposes…Designed for Web browsing, e-mail, e-book reading and entertainment…” (http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/61359/ipad)
Classroom use Ipads can be used for small group, partner, or individual work.
Benefits of ipads Students interactive with material, using the touch screen Many education apps have free versions, or low cost • Used in place of textbooks • Less expensive • More portable • Teacher may assign differentiated activities for students
Ipad apps Razz Kids Spelling City Apps range in price and available for many subjects or content areas. Multiplication Genius
Raz Kids • Engages students in reading • Access to eBooks and eQuizzes for over 300 titles • Teacher can customize assignments, view reports, and track student progress • Use with website http://www.readinga-z.com/
Multiplication genius • Helps kids master their 1-12 times tables • Allows you to practice multiplication facts and take quizzes • Teacher can track student’s progress
Spelling city • Learn spelling and vocabulary words by playing games • Teacher can assign lists and create and check assignments • Use with website http://www.spellingcity.com/
resources Definition of ipad. (2014). Retrieved from http://www.pcmag.com/encyclopedia/term/61359/ipad. App store: Education. (2014). Retrieved from https://itunes.apple.com/us/genre/ios-education/id6017?mt=8&letter=A