differentiated instruction and collaboration
with small projects this is the answer. It is small, lightweight, holds a
charge for a full day, does not require a mouse or keyboard.
The apps are colorful and easy to use.
It is not a laptop and---it is perfect for younger kids!
Susan Ferris
On Tue, Oct 5, 2010 at 10:13 AM, Christian Rogers <
crogers@episcopalcollegiate.org> wrote:
> The biggest limitation to the iPad is that it is a consumptive
> communicative device which has little to offer construction and
> production. Advanced graphic design, 3D animation, systems thinking,
> web design, are currently beyond the abilities of this device. The
> laptop still reigns supreme with something as simple as Word formatting
> a composition.
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: A forum for independent school educators
> [mailto:ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU] On Behalf Of Ademola Popoola
> Sent: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 8:25 AM
> To: ISED-L@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU
> Subject: Staff/Faculty Use of iPads...
>
> Are there any schools out there that have introduced the use of ipads by
> the
> staff at their schools? If so, I'd like to know how they're being used
> in
> your environment...
>
> - How has it been integrated in your networked environment? Any
> technical
> issues or limitations with this integration?
> - Is it being used as an email client? If so, are you using the built
> in
> email, calendar, and task apps?
> - What other apps have you found useful as a productivity tool?
> - Have you purchased a 3G unit? If so, how is the performance?
>
> Thanks in advance for all insight.
>
> --
> A. Popoola
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