ipad for administrators
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Latest version of Dr. Voltz's presentation on iPads for School Administrators.TRANSCRIPT
iPad for School Administration Use
Dr. Richard J. Voltz, Associate DirectorIllinois Association of School Administrators
http://www.slideshare.net/rvoltz/ipad-for-administrators
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Purpose
•To learn how to use iPads and Google Docs to do classroom walkthroughs and teacher evaluation
•To discuss and share examples of how technology supplements and enhances classroom instruction and student achievement
Areas of Focus
• iPads and Google Docs
•Walkthrough Template for your district
•Using Google Docs for collaboration and paperless environment
•Technology for remedial instruction
•1:1 Computing (Challenges and Opportunities)
Does technology make a difference
in student achievement?
Pearson Foundation Research
•Consistent use of technology in intervention classes
•Skillful leadership by the building principal
•Strong computer to student ratio
•Effective integration of technology into core subjects at least once per week
Other Factors•Setting aside time for professional
learning and collaboration for teachers
•Allowing students to use technology to collaborate
•Administering online formative assessments at least weekly
•Using virtual field trips at least monthly
•Encouraging students to use search engines daily
What is the correct technology device to use in schools
today?Why?
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Education in Illinois needs to change
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Mooresville Statistics
•From 38 to 8 to 4 in student achievement in three years after 1:1
•Increased attendance
•Decreased suspensions
•All 34 NCLB sub-categories met
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Change is coming!
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Group Collaboration
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Teacher grading and attendance
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"It is our job to know what is effective teaching practices and to hold
teachers accountable."Dr. Mike Schmoker
Do all your teachers?
Teach the district’s adopted curriculum
Use Common Assessments
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Engage Students
Classroom Walkthroughs
Input from your
teachers and
administrators
Timely and Effective
Used to improve teaching and
learning
You do not have to have a gmail
Account
Getting started with the iPad
Marriage to one computer, one iTunes account
Workflow
Calendar
RV’s Favorite Apps
Maps
USA Today
Amazon Kindle
Newsy
ReaddleDocs
TED Mobile
Dropbox
Dragon Dictation
Apps for Students
Star Walk
Kahn Academy
Speak It
momwithapps.com
Goldybear and the Three Locks
3D Brain
WebReader
Weather Station
Pocket Heart
DisneyToy Story
Frog Dissection