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iPod-abilities in the Classroom 2.0. MaryAnn Sansonetti , msansonetti@richlandone.org Technology Education Specialist Richland County School District One Instructional Technology Services. What is an iPod?. A mp3 player or digital audio player (DAP)
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iPod-abilities in the Classroom 2.0 MaryAnn Sansonetti, msansonetti@richlandone.org Technology Education Specialist Richland County School District One Instructional Technology Services
What is an iPod? A mp3 player or digital audio player (DAP) A device that stores, organizes and plays digital music files. Manufactured by Apple iPod is a ‘Brand’ of mp3 players
Types of iPods Shuffle iPod Touch nano iPod Classic
Other mp3 Players Samsung Creative sansa Microsoft Zune
How does a video iPod work? Full COLOR video screen Wheel- virtually turns with the touch of your finger. “Enter Button”
Adjust the volume while video or audio is playing by ‘turning’ the wheel with your finger.
StreamlineSC videos Create and read graphic novels Review Flash Cards Meet IEP needs with audio testing Podcasting Audio study guides How could you use a video iPod in the classroom? Historical Speeches/ Audio/Documents Create content for higher-order thinking skills eBooks Viewing PowerPoints while working on projects Oral histories, interviews
iTunes • Subscribe to podcasts • Advanced users can create and post to podcasts to iTunes store • eBooks (some free, some cost) • Load music, pictures, movies, etc. from one location
Podcasting • What is podcasting? • The combination of the words “ipod” and “broadcasting.” • Creating and publishing audio files on the internet. • “Digital radio shows” patrons subscribe. • Do you need an iPod for podcasting? • No, but with a voice recorder students can use the iPod for interviews or groups podcasting.
Creating Podcasts with iPods • Very easy if you have the accessories • Simply attach the microphone • Click “Record” by pushing the center of the wheel. • “Pause” or “Stop and Save”
Photos area isn’t just for photos anymore! Image from http://learninginhand.com/blog/index.html
GRAPHIC NOVELS • iPod Read and Learn – http://iprepress.com • $1.99 - $9.99 per graphic novel
Have students create their own! • Draw the graphic novel then scan as a .jpeg (picture) • Create the graphic novel in PPT and save the slide presentation as .jpegs
NOTES area create text files • Primary Source Documents/dictionaries • Vocabulary review sheets • Quizzes • Advanced users can create hyper-texted environments
iQuiz and iQuiz Maker iQuiz – 99 cents download - iTunes iQuiz Maker – Free download from http://www.iquizmaker.com/ Image from itunes
Learning In Hand Tony Vincent Image used with permission from http://www.learninginhand.com
Cost involved? • (1) 80 GB iPod classic $249 • (1) Voice recorder $59 • A few downloads • Opportunities for learning… Priceless