Laptops, tablets, BYOD, computer labs - what’s the best way to outfit a classroom that wants to introduce or update its technology? Much goes into purchasing decisions, and hopefully the most important factor is, “What will best meet our learning objectives?”
Having been involved in discussions regarding hardware choices, one frequently mentioned concern has been whether tablets serve elementary and junior high classrooms as a production tool. Can students reach those higher levels of learning (Bloom’s “Create” level) using a tablet? Absolutely!
Here are some activities and my favorite iOS apps that support student creativity in the classroom.
Mind maps: Great for brainstorming and building connections between concepts
Popplet Lite
MindMeister
Stickyboard
Audio: Giving students a voice builds confidence and accountability
Audioboo
Recordium
Fotobabble (iPhone only)
Recordium
Fotobabble (iPhone only)
Presentation: Students show what they know to a broader audience
Haiku Deck
Prezi
SlidePocket
Video: Serves students of all learning styles, great for demonstrations
iMovie
Splice
Magisto
Book Creation: Transformative, as the student becomes the teacher!
Book Creator
StoryBuddy
Story Creator
As always, we'd like to hear what you use. Please share your favorite creativity apps!
1 comment:
wonderful list!
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