iPads in the Classroom: Implementation Steps

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Learn how Alsace Learning Academy, an alt. ed. of BCIU (#14), successfully implemented an iPad program and changed classroom instruction. Your iPad implementation will require careful thought and preparation. Topics covered: pedagogical considerations, infrastructure, ed. apps. (purchase, distribution), device and acct. mgmt., PD, and policy management.

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iPads in the Classroom:Implementation Steps

Kathy Evison - Principal, Alsace Learning AcademyJeff Rothenberger - Program Administrator, BCIUMatt Mierzejewski - System Analyst/Developer, BCIU

History

Program Focus

Staffing

Leadership

Alsace

Philosophical Framework

Student Engagement

Structure

PBIS

Teaching and Learning

Leadership

Top Down

Model use

Pedagogical Changes

http://www.coalitionblog.org/2011/10/are-you-a-leader-or-a-steward/

Behavior

Structural Changes

Two Programs

SWPBIS

Cost

Title I Funding for Equipment

Staff Professional Development

http://jimromenesko.com/2011/12/01/newspaper-sale-turns-16-staffers-into-millionaires/dollar-signs/

Teacher Readiness

Background

Initial Teacher Response

Summer

Security

Concerns for Security of

Equipment

Initial Reaction and Concerns

Considerations

Reality

Internet Filter

How Best to Protect Students

While Meeting the Guidelines

for CIPA

http://desonsilva.deviantart.com/art/Mascote-da-CIPA-2009-Corneta-123349528

Policies

MDA

Rewards for Reinforcement

Expectations of Teachers and

Administrators

Pedagogy

Instructional Changes That Had to

Happen

Apple ~ CBL ~ iPad Training

Many Days of Coaching With Staff &

Students

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Implementation

Organization and Meetings

Critical Factors for SuccessStrong Leadership

Strong Instructional Curriculum Delivery

Classroom Management

Student Support and Clear Expectations

Strong Partnerships with IT and PD

Clearly Defined Roles

Classroom Student Engagement

Instructional Design

Learning Through Apps

Textbook Development

Student Perspective

http://www.globallyconnectedlearning.com/

Learning Through Apps

http://appitic.com/

iBook Author PagesFlexbooks

http://appitic.com/

Keynote Pages Numbers

Student Engagement

Mobile Device Management

Device Types

Google, Apple, and RIM

Mobile Browsers

Email

Authentication / Passwords

Mobile Device Wireless Network

Mobile Device Management - cont.

Policy Settings / Updates

Device Tracking

Support

Management Software

Device Types

Google, Apple, and RIM

Mobile Browsers

Mobile Browsers Render Websites Differently

May Cause Issues with Web Applications

Some Do Not Support Flash

Mobile Sites May Have Limited Functionality

Apps Can Provide a Good Alternative

Email

Authentication / Passcodes

Most mobile devices do not authenticate with domain at login

Administrators may have issues tracking internet filtering

Potential issues with shared network resources and websites

Mobile Device Wireless Network

Internet Filtering Rules

Network Access Restrictions

Unauthenticated Network Access

Policy Settings / Updates

Specific Settings

Device Passcodes

Data Encryption

Restrictions

Application Compliance

Wi-Fi

Email

LimitationsUpdates

Device Tracking

App Required to Return Location on Both Android and

iOS

Downside: Many Ways to Disable Tracking

Management Software

Improved Student Learning Through the Pedagogical Changes Brought by

the Integration of iPads!

Q&A

Contact Information:

Kathy Evison - katevi@berksiu.org

Jeff Rothenberger - jefrot@berksiu.org