Presented by: Dawn Berkeley Session Description:Although the iPad is promoted as being intuitive and easy-to-use right out of the box, some features might not be readily apparent to all, and new users can often benefit from a brief overview of what's available. This webinar will provide a basic orientation to the iOS platform, and will highlight basic features of the iPad, such as iPad anatomy, security, connecting to a wireless network, app installation, and email setup. Dawn Berkeley will also share some productivity and instructional applications that can be used to enhance the learning experience.

Presented by: Naomi Louise Session Description:Would you like to transform student learning and engagement in your elementary classroom? In this training session, you will discover how iPad content integration is impacting student learning in early childhood and elementary teaching and learning environments. Join Naomi Louise as she showcases how the iPad can transform classroom instruction and delivery practices of content-based lessons. We will discuss the value of the iPad as an immediate learning and assessment tool for ALL students, and you will discover the best possible methods of integrating this mobile learning device in collaborative and constructive learning spaces. We will also share an essential iPad resource list of the best-of-the-best educational apps that enable students to create, consume, produce, and reflect on their learning experiences at the elementary levels.

If you are teaching a foreign language or working with English language learners, you are likely aware of how helpful it is for students to listen to themselves and others as they practice their speech. However traditional Language Labs can be expensive or often problematic. Join Dawn Berkeley as she shares how she transformed the language learning experience with her students by using iPads to replace an existing and often problematic Language Lab. If you do not have a Language Lab or are looking to augment or transition from your stationary Language Lab, come discover a great alternative!

Would you like to engage and immerse your students in a variety of social studies topics? Would you like to take them on virtual field trips, help history come alive for them, send them to explore the wonders of the natural world, and more? Join Dr. Jenna Linskens as she shares 15 free mobile apps that support learning and allow students to demonstrate an understanding of social studies and history concepts. In addition, Jenna will cover effective uses for the apps and creative ways to incorporate them in the classroom, explaining how to use them to improve student performance and understanding of concepts so that students become creators of knowledge, not just consumers. Apps for all grade levels will be included in this whirlwind overview.

Are you looking for ideas that can help your students improve their understanding of concepts and support skills that are crucial for their success in a global society? Digital storytelling with mobile devices and applications can help your students develop and enhance creativity, information fluency, communication, and collaboration skills. Join Dr. Jenna Linskens for a fast-paced webinar in which she covers 15 free digital storytelling apps shares examples of how they can be used in the classroom. She will include effective uses, engaging applications, and creative ways to develop digital stories.