So many great Apps presented today. I felt completely disadvantaged that I (and my group) didn't have access to iPads or a MAC to explore the apps prior to our presentation. We had to rely solely on what we could find on the web. There was no way for us to explore the ins and outs of the apps, nor could we show our peers the "how to" during the presentation.
I found the iRewards app most interesting. I thought about Fran, a colleague, and the 4 students in her class that are on behavior plans. They each carry around a 1 inch binder with their currency inside. This year instead of smiley faces or poker chips they are using pennies. Twenty-five Velcro pennies to trade in for a quarter. We (she) spent plenty of time cutting Velcro to fit on those pennies. This App would make things so much simpler, although she'd need 4 mobile devices. Each student would want their own for sure.
There are too many to choose a favorite. All are interesting and can be used in our classrooms. I am curious to know if any of the story or reading apps are available in French? Again, I'd have to have some time on an iPad to so some searching. The ABC Pocket Phonics app might be good for Spencer. Nanny University/The School of Nanny may need to make an investment for her this fall. Although something similar to the letter practice and sounds are available on her "Kids iPad" (LeapPad)
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Strip Designer - presented by Mandy reminded me of Comic Life that is loaded on each desktop in my school. Comic Life is available for the iPad at a cost of $4.99 verses the $2.99 cost for Strip Designer
Things we can learn off GOOGLE...
How to add a Power Point Presentations to Blogger
Hi Mary! Thanks for adding the link about how to add a power point show to our blogs! I need to upload mine and couldn't figure out how.
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