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Enhancing K-4 Learning Experiences through iPad Integration: A Project Proposal

This project proposal outlines the integration of iPads in Grades K-4 to enhance learning through technology. Initiated in 2011, the project aims to provide small groups with iPads in K-2 and a class set in Grade 3. Initial experiences highlighted the need for focus on teaching practices instead of merely technology tools. Through inquiry-based projects in Social Studies and authentic tasks, the program aims to improve student engagement, peer assessment, and cater to various learning styles. Continued support from administration and teachers is crucial for future success.

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Enhancing K-4 Learning Experiences through iPad Integration: A Project Proposal

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  1. iPads in k-4 Setting Stories from the Field

  2. Project Proposal • Approached by Technology Facilitator because of previous technology grant • Proposal drafted in 2011 • Focused on primary grades • Chose to purchase iPads • Grade K-2 – Small groups • Grade 3 – Class set • January 2012 – Received iPads

  3. First Steps… • Overwhelming • Tried to do “everything” with iPads • No follow up to activities • Little real-world application • A desire to focus on tools rather than teaching practices • Lack of specific direction • Lots of lower-level thinking

  4. Galileo • October 2012, came to Ashmont for 2 planning days • Outcomes were given to Galileo prior to meeting • Project ideas were discussed and refined • Provided framework for inquiry-based project • Catalyst for shift in teaching practice • More effective use of technology • More authentic learning tasks

  5. Our Project • Social Studies focus • 3.1.4 examine economic factors that shape communities in other parts of the world • Began by incorporating front matter • Focus on economy in the four countries • Found a way to fit the iPad to the project

  6. Other Uses • Language Arts/Writing • Fit well into writers’ workshops (toontastic) • Allowed lots of choice when publishing (scribble press) • Social Studies/Science • Used for research • Google Earth • Video editing (hearing video) • Math • Centres/basic skills practice

  7. Trials and Tribulations • First year: sharing between three classes • How to use iPads effectively • Digital Citizenship • Printing/Sharing projects with parents • Theft • Lack of student-friendly web resources • No Flash • Adequate Wifi access

  8. Highlights • Student engagement • Authentic Learning • Peer-Assessment • Encourages good questions • Student-centered work • Student Interaction/Group work • Reaches all learning styles

  9. Other Grades • 4 iPads per class • Kindergarten • Building Community Project • Grade 1 • Moss bag story telling • Grade 2 • “Day in the Life” project

  10. Assessment • Self • Instant feedback • Peer • Focus on criteria • Teacher • Pictures/videos • Apps

  11. Reflections and the Future • Greatly beneficial • Shift in teaching practice • Student centered possibilities • Teachers need to “buy in” • Support from Admin is crucial • Continuing to grow and improve

  12. Thank you! Questions?

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