Learning in Hand
While listening to Mr. Vincent's podcast on iPods Dos and Don'ts I realized I would have not been very successful using iPods in my classroom. He had many helpful hints and explanations of procedures that I had never thought about. For example, syncing the iPods to one computer instead of multiple computers. It makes it easier to have the students' iPods sync to one computer with all of the up to date information instead of trying to put this information on 20 or more different computers. I also thought the idea of having color coded iPods was a fantastic idea. I would have numbered the devices and called it good, but having the color coding makes it easier for the students to find their individual iPod. The last idea that really struck me was having a contract for the iPods that clearly states the proper usage of the device and repercussions for misusing the device that both the student and parent must sign. The idea of having the parent sign it is wonderful because then they clearly know how the technology is being used in the classroom. I am very excited to see what technology I will be able to use in the classroom and will be using these helpful hints when I begin to teach.
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