A Framework for iPad Use in Education

April 18, 2011 - 4:43pm | by tpollard_1
Presenter(s)
Terry Pollard (Mississippi State Board for Community and Junior Colleges, US)
Session Information
July 11, 2011 - 1:00pm
Session Type: 
Pre-conference Workshop PM
Location: 
Garden
Session Duration: 
1/2 Day - 3 Hours
Virtual Session
Session Chair: 
Peter Nerzak
Abstract

(iPad 1 or iPad 2 will be required)

Note: This hands on session exclusively focuses on downloading applications and creating content with an iPad. iPads will not be provided.  To fully engage and participant in the session, you will need an iPad with access to the iTunes Store for download.

In this workshop, participants will learn of a iPad app framework tailored for teaching and learning. Many of these apps in this classification framework will be demonstrated for the group, with an opportunity for several hands-on activities with a select few apps. An iPad 1 or 2 will be required.

The presenter will also discuss how content can be created on the iPad in new and innovative ways. Free- and commercial-based software that enable faculty to develop and distribute their own eBook content will also be discussed and demonstrated. Attendees will also learn about the iPad as an accessible device, including online resources that extend the usefulness of the device for the sight- and hearing-impaired.  Participants will be encouraged to share their own institution’s experiences with mobile learning initiatives.

Extended Abstract

Participants will. . .
1. …learn about how to compartmentalize apps into education “buckets” from the thousands of apps available in the App store,
2. …learn options for creating their own content for distribution on an iPad,
3. …learn about the iPad as an accessible device, including how to turn on speech controls, sight controls, and more,
4. …be encouraged to share their own experiences with mobile learning initiatives on their campus.
 

Final Presentation: 
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Supplemental File 1: 
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Supplemental File 2: 
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Supplemental File 3: 
application/pdf iconApps from Proof and Possibility Presentation.pdf
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application/pdf iconDear Colleage Letter-ebook-faq-201105.pdf
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Lead Presenter

Terry Pollard is the Director of Training and Professional Development for the Mississippi Community College Board. In this capacity, he coordinates training and professional development activity for faculty and administrators in the Mississippi Virtual Community College. He holds various online certifications, has spoken nationally on Mississippi’s burgeoning professional development program, and has been closely studying the evolution of tablet devices and their implications for learning.

 

Notes: 

 I have updated the Powerpoint (it is now the same presentation used in the pre-conference workshop).

In addition, I have uploaded the image I used in the presentation (the hand image).  You may use this for personal/institutional use as you see fit.