iPads in ASC at CCHS

Why iPads?

Previous decision to go 1:1 using iPads by 2014 by district technology committee

Teachers on committee wanted a device with larger screen and plenty of educational apps available to choose from

Survey of parents and student body showed preference for iPad over Android devices

Apple provides online resources for PD

Student Population Chosen for Pilot

Academic Support Classroom (ASC)

ASC students have lower scores on standardized tests such as HSPT, ACT PLAN and EXPLORE

ASC available for all struggling students during at least one hour of their daily schedule

ASC students are motivated by the use of technology as demonstrated by earlier additions of three PCs to their classroom

Professional Development

Tech mentor teachers provide in-house PD

Apple online webinars

MACUL Mobile Learning Conference attendance

Participation in maculspace.ning.com

Evaluation of PilotIncreased scores on standardized tests such as ACT Explore, PLAN, and Pre-SAT

Increased scores and grades in courses taken

Increased engagement in class

Increased self-confidence when working on classroom projects

Tech Support

Maintain adequate network bandwidth and wifi

Teacher tech mentors and student tech assistants

Use of Apple Configurator to maintain iPad sync

Apple Volume Purchase Program for Apps

Purchase iPads with extended warranty/accident protection

Success!