arkansas digital sandbox and arkansas on itunes u: a brief introduction
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Arkansas Digital Sandbox and Arkansas on iTunes U: A Brief Introduction. The Arkansas Digital Sandbox. Memo Number: RT-11-012 Date: 3/8/2011 . http://adesandbox.arkansas.gov. Advantages of the Sandbox. Web based application (no software) Closed network (not public) - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Arkansas Digital Sandbox and Arkansas on iTunes U:A Brief Introduction
The Arkansas Digital Sandbox
Memo Number: RT-11-012
Date: 3/8/2011
http://adesandbox.arkansas.gov
Advantages of the Sandbox Web based application (no software) Closed network (not public) Teacher moderated (student postings
pending) Unlimited media storage Students can develop e-portfolios.
Archived. Customer service and support!
How might schools use the Arkansas Digital Sandbox?
Capture the Classroom
Meet Beth and her 4th grade students.
Beth can record key lectures and activities…
Highlight Learning
Observation MeasurementDataReporting
Investigations
Which seed grows the biggest pumpkins?
Application
Teacher finds great video.
She wants student research groups to analyze.
Uploading YouTube Videos
Performance
She wants the kids to create videos to capture their problem-solving process.
Can students just upload anything they want?
No. All media uploaded by students must be approved before it goes live on the Sandbox.
Meet Christy, instructional facilitatorProfessional Development
Beth needs PD in Academic Vocabulary
Christy’s site is closed the day of the event.Missed Session
Her site is closed the day of the training.
Are all of my student accounts already created?
Yes. Student accounts have been created.
How do I get started?Contact Allison Sloan:[email protected]
Establishing a Point of Contact
Each district should establish an official point of contact with Allison Sloanto create the rollout plan for your district.
There are decisions to be made, including your district subscription options…
Understanding Content Subscription Options
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iTunes U: Instructional Resource
Everything in iTunes U is FREE!
What is iTunes University?
Arkansas is a K-12 Provider Institution inside iTunes U.
We are collecting instructional podcasts for teachers and students.
Learn More: http://adepodcast.arkansas.gov
Search the entire iTunes store
Virtual Math Girl
Working with Common Denominators
K- 4 Life Science from Ohio Includes Viewing Guides and
Assessments
Whole class
Get them motivated to learn!
Small Group Instruction
Individual Learning
ApplicationExtensionRe-teaching
Innovative Ways to Teach and Learn