W08. Integrating iPad Apps to

Address NETS for Students and

Teachers  

Jennifer T. Ellis, Ph.D.Jennifer-T-Ellis@utc.edu

University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaSchool of Education

#TETC12Room 109

Session Agenda

Review NETS for Students and Teachers

Using iPads to integrate NETS for Students

Using iPads to integrate NETS for Teachers

Show and Tell

Summary

Q&A

What are the NETS? The National Educational Technology

Standards (NETS) are the standards for learning, teaching, and leading in the digital age and are widely recognized and adopted worldwide.

The NETS standards are specifically designed to evaluate student and teacher skills and knowledge needed to learn and teach in an increasingly global and digital world. 

http://www.iste.org/STANDARDS

National Educational Technology Standards

(NETS) Students1. Creativity and Innovation

2. Communication and Collaboration

3. Research and Information Fluency

4. Critical Thinking, problem Solving, and Decision Making

5. Digital Citizenship

6. Technology Operations and Concepts

NETS-S Grade Levels

Integrating Apps to Address NETS-S

Creativity and InnovationStudents demonstrate creative thinking,

construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

Creativity and InnovationDigital Story

NETS-S

Apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes

Toontastic

Idea Sketch

eBooks Demonstrate the ability

to navigate in virtual environments such as electronic books, simulation software, and websites. (6)

Produce a media-rich digital story about a significant local event based on first-person interviews. (1,2,3,4)

Story Kit

Popplet Lite

Story Wheel

iPhone app, press 2x at the bottom right

Creativity and InnovationConceptual Understanding

NETS-S

Create original works as a means of personal of group expression

Doodle Buddy

Voice Thread

Creativity and InnovationModeling & Predicting

NETS-S

Use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues

Identify trends and forecast possibilities

Fantasy Storm

Galaxy Creator Free

Note: Star Walk for iPad-Interactive is an AWERSOME app for $2.99

Communication and Collaboration

Students use digital media and environments to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and

contribute to the learning of others.

Image provided by: http://www.cepro.com/images/slideshow/facetime_ipad2.jpg

Collaborating and Publishing

Interact, collaborate, and publish with peers, experts, or others employing a variety of digital environments and media

iBrainstorm

Whiteboard Lite: Collaborative

DrawingGoogle Drive

Communicating Globally

Communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences using a variety of media and formats

Develop cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with learners of other cultures

iPad Camera

Bill Atkinson PhotoCard - Postcards

Note: Image provided by: http://www.macdaddynews.com/

Research and Information Fluency

Students apply digital tools to gather, evaluate, and use information.

Science Lab Apps Evaluate and select information sources and

digital tools based on the appropriateness to specific tasks

Process data and report resultsField Notes LT

Jumbo Stop Watch

Size That Up

Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and

Decision MakingStudents use critical thinking skills to plan and

conduct research, manage projects, solve problems, and make informed decisions using

appropriate digital tools and resources.

Project ManagementPlan and manage

activities to develop a solution or complete a project

Reminders

iScope

Critical Thinking Apps

Identify and define authentic problems and significant questions for investigation

Use multiple processes and diverse perspectives to explore alternative solutions

T-Charts Pros and Cons

Xperica HD

Integrating Apps to Address NETS-T

Standards

National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) Teachers

1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity Teachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and

learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments.

2. Design and Develop Digital Age Learning Experiences and Assessments

Teachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETS·S.

3. Model Digital Age Work and Learning Teachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes

representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society.

Bringing Vocabulary to Life

Vocabulary Apps

Communicate about technology using developmentally appropriate and accurate terminology. (6)

Dragon Dictation

Flashcards with Mental Case

Technology Classroom Management

Demonstrate safe and cooperative use of technology.

Teacher Kit Power School

PowerTeacher Mobile

Model Digital Age Work and Learning

iTranslate DropBox Evernote

Teacher Effectiveness Tools

Chalkboards & Whiteboards

Hello ChalkPromethean

Planet Resources http://community.prometh

eanplanet.com/en/blog/b/blog/archive/2011/08/12/what-can-i-do-with-an-ipad-in-an-activclassroom-part-1.aspx#.UFI9wxhpIlE

Classroom Management

Chalk Screecher NearPod

Pacing

Speak Timer Egg Timer

Randomly Select Students

Pick Me! Pick Me

Making Learning Fun

Word Games for Kids-Futaba

(Free)

Futaba Classroom Games for Kids

($4.99)

Blame it on the App

iChoose Choices

Core Content Apps

Aligning with Common Core

Timed Reading

K12 Timed Reading Practice

iTalk (iPhone app)

Math Drills

K & 1st Grade

Helpful Apps

Teacher & Student Resources

Common Core Khan Academy

Tutor.com To Go

TED

Lecture/Answer Recordings

Educreations Interactions

ShowMe Interactive Whiteboard

Resources http://www.teachthought.com/apps-2/40-ipad-apps-

for-science-by-category/

A guide for using iPad, iPod touch, and iTunes for K-12 teaching and learninghttp://www.apple.com/education/docs/Getting_Starte

d_with_Apple_iOS_Devices_20110912.pdf

Connecting your iPad to your projectorhttp://teachingwithipads.com/2012/04/project-ipad-di

splay/http://www.reflectionapp.com/ http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB572Z/A

http://blogs.ou.edu/academictech/2012/07/16/engage-using-ipad-in-the-classroom/

Additional App Resources

National Geographic Magazine

Ottercall (Learn a foreign language)

NASA

Virtual Manipulative

Prezi

Teacher Clicker-Socrative

Student Clicker-Socrative

Reflection

Air Server

Docier

Sock Puppet

Stick Pick

Splashop 2 Remote Desktop

Splashtop Interactive Whiteboard

EduTecher

Note: Hyperlinks are provided for all resources.

Q & A

Remember technology should enhance not distract from learning!