Assignment1

Assignment 1: Article Summaries

This article was informative because of the detailed description of accessories available and the possible expense needed to fully use an iPad in my classroom. I found the discussion and comments of real teachers on the various accessories available interesting. It was much more applicable to my classroom needs and will help me to make an informed decision on what to purchase.
 * Article #1: Making the iPad More School Friendly**

The author shares his experience with integrating technology in his classroom and instruction. The school was unable to afford enough laptops to accommodate the increasing need for students to have access to the Web during instruction. The Apple tablet was affordable and teachers were using their own personal iPads everyday for instruction. Soon the school gave in to the demands of teachers to provide iPads and students were finally being allowed to use the technology that will prepare them for the technology they will be using now, the 21st century.
 * Article #2: The school that gives every student an iPad**

The article is highlighting the iPad brings a more visual, hands-on approach to teaching our 21st century learners seen in the classroom. Not only does the iPad have access to ebooks saving the school district tons of monies in purchasing textbooks that quickly are outdated but the iPad provides mobility and access to web-based resources for a variety of learning styles. The author states that having an iPad is like having a giant iPhone which gives the user access to email, internet resources, eBooks, and downloads for greater student learning.
 * Article #3: The iPad & Education**

The article presents the author's views on whether or not **iPad ** **tablet ** computers are beneficial for students with autism. Particular focus is given to a small study she conducted in 2010 to see if electronic books viewed on **iPads ** could increase the comprehension abilities of autistic students. Results from the study were positive and it is inferred that **iPads ** should be considered as an educational tool for schools, libraries and professional services.
 * Article #4: Are iPads really Beneficial for Students with Autism?**

The article reviews several operating systems (OS) in **tablet ** computers including the iOS 4.3 in Apple **iPad ** 2, BlackBerry **Tablet ** OS in RIM BlackBerry PlayBook, and Android 3.0 in Motorola Xoom. I found this to be extremely informative and helpful in deciding which tablet I will be purchasing for my own personal use. Now I feel like I can shop and be an informed consumer!
 * Article #5: Which Tablet is Best for You? **

Grannell, C. (2010, December 30). //the school that gives every student an iPad.// Retrieved from techradar computing: []
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Offen, N. (2010, January 27). //The iPad & Education.// Retrieved from The Herald Sun: []

Perenson, M. J. (2011, june 1). //Which iPad is Best for you.// Retrieved from PC World: [|www.pcworld.com]

Price, A. (2011, October). //Making a Difference with Smart Tablets.// Retrieved from Teacher Librarian: []