Hot iPad Apps for the Math Classroom

Session Title: Hot iPad Apps for the Math Classroom 
Margaret Thombs, Roger Williams University with Kimberly Frezza, Sara Spellman and Jenny Tsankova 

Are iPads just a cool gadget or an engaging classroom tool? Learn about exciting ways to use iPads in your elementary or secondary math classroom.

Presenters blog:  iPad Ideas for Teachers Blog

The presenters demonstrated some of the effective math apps that have been created for the iPad, described sample lessons that use features on the iPad, and explained techniques for student use of iPads in the math classroom. They also demonstrated the uses of various peripheral devices that are available for the iPad, including camera interfaces and wireless keyboards. 

Fostering STEM Online Media Literacy: Identifying High-Quality Resources for Youth

Session I:  Fostering STEM Online Media Literacy: Identifying High-Quality Resources for Youth 


This was a poster session that showed new tools (rubric, controlled vocabulary) for identifying high-quality STEM online resources for middle school grades and usage tips for various contexts.


Session II:  Educating Our Future: Empowering K-7 STEM Students

Julie Bowline, Adams 12 Five Star Schools with Kurt Helfrich, Eileen Patrick and Jennie Tennant 

Problem-based learning in K-7 STEM education capitalizes on the uninhibited thinking of younger students while igniting a passion for inquiry and innovation.

•Understand why a trans-disciplinary approach to K-7 STEM education is proving to be a viable model for educating young students 

•Recognize the importance of community and business partnerships in the creation and implementation of a K-7 STEM program

 •Re-think the ability of young students to complete problem-based and inquiry-based instructional units 

Innovative Technology in Science Inquiry

Session: Innovative Technology in Science Inquiry

http://www.concord.org/projects/itsi-su

iEngage with iPads: Engaging All Students, All the Time

As I blogged earlier, one of my favorites parts of the conference are student showcases. Today they had a two hour event titled, "iEngage with iPads: Engaging All Students, All the Time"

I was able to visit with sixth grade students as they demonstrated how they use the iPad to create projects, reflect on learning, and read interactive iBooks.

\iEngage-SVUSD iPods and iPads

Conference Kickoff- Global Student Showcases

The student showcases are one of my favorite parts of the convention.  Students come from all over the world and present what they are doing in their schools using technology.  I am always so impressed at their professionalism, the knowledge they possess and how they all speak English, no matter what country they are from.

My favorite books today were:

Revolutionizing the Library Using Web Applications

Today is the first day of the pre-conference and kickoff.  I attended a paid session titled,   "Librarians on the Loose: Revolutionizing the Library Using Web Applications" session lead by Jim Holland, an Instructional Technology Specialist from the Arlington ISD. I have attended a training by Jim before for Google Earth.  You can visit his website, "Curriculum Magic" to see his books on Google Earth. He also has links for Google Earth, GPS and Geocaching. 

The class description was:  To learn how to use free and simple web tools to market, motivate, integrate, and revolutionize by creating book walls, posters, trailers, recommendations, and more! 


Reference Website:  Digital Goonies


Class Handout with resources


Other Librarian Wikis & Websites using Web 2.0 Tools

Alicia Vandenbroek’s awesome wiki
http://shackstacks.wikispaces.com/

Suzanne Severns ‘ Bowie HS Library wiki
http://bowielibrary.wikispaces.com

AISD Collaborative wiki for resources for TLA sponsored reading lists
http://aisdbookbytes.wikispaces.com

Collaborative wiki for Arlington ISD librarians to share how they are using Web2.0 tools
http://librarycampground.wikispaces.com

Copyright Evaluators- Very Nice

I actually found this resource before going to the convention while I was checking out some blogs by presenters. This one includes resources to check and see if materials are copyright.  I thought they were some pretty handle tools.  It takes you through a series of questions. You answer determines the next question which determines the likeliness that the material is copyright protected.
http://librarycopyright.net/resources/

Going to San Diego

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