Month: September 2016

September 24, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Enhancing Educational Opportunities with iPads plan is based on reviewed research.  The proposed timeline is developed from previous innovators that have taken on similar goals.  Although these steps have been done, there is always room for improvement. Recognize and Leverage Innovation ChangesA developed plan is only good if it is elastic and living.  Able to change…

September 24, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Introduction This review will look at the opportunities that are afforded through the consistent use of iPads in the classroom.  The scope will focus primarily on a 1:1 iPad classroom, where every student has an individualized iPad for learning.  The review will not explore the distribution or management of the iPads, but focus solely on…

September 20, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Elgin Independent School District implemented a 1:1 iPad Initiative at the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year.  Starting at Elgin Middle School,  the initiative began with a gradual deployment of student iPads, and, by the beginning of the 2015-2016 school year, stretched from grades six to twelve.  The goals of the initiative are to provide…

September 19, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Watch “Collaborate, Learn, Change” Here OVERVIEW “Collaborate, Learn, Change” is a look at the current need for change to how education is done.  Collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking are skills employers are looking for in new hires.  A call to action is made for students to stop being passive consumers, but producers and developers of…

September 5, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Enhancing Educational Opportunities with iPads Innovation Plan Draft – October 31st, 2017 OVERVIEW iPads can be a keystone of a shift a digital, student-centric classroom.  The opportunities presented with the introduction of iPads into the classroom can allow a deeper learning environment.  Where students are able to direct their own learning, and teachers are able…

September 3, 2016 preidteacher@gmail.com No comments exist

Leading from my previous post, here is what I am thinking about a Personalized Learning Plan for educators in a district.  This is a completely rough drafted idea.  Please read through and tell me if this idea or process makes sense. OVERVIEWEducators have different ways that they learn best.  They have different goals on the direction…