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IPODS. Created By: Brandi Renfro EDUC 7101 . IPODS: Need . They encourage the development of technology skills. They increase student learning and achievement. Their portability and durability provide students with potential learning tools that traverse the classroom and home.
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IPODS Created By: Brandi Renfro EDUC 7101
IPODS: Need • They encourage the development of technology skills. • They increase student learning and achievement. • Their portability and durability provide students with potential learning tools that traverse the classroom and home. • They allow for easy access of student and teacher made podcasts, audio books, and video clips. • The wireless connection allows students to research topics with ease and it encourages a deeper understanding of the material. Savilla, B.(2010). Integrating the iPOD touch in K-12 Education: Visions and Vices.Computers in the Schools,27, 121-131.
IPODS: Research • Research has shown that IPOD use in the classroom aids in keeping student interest at a high point and it allows for differentiated instruction. • IPOD use aids in student comprehension and allows for more student participation. • IPD use has been shown to improve literacy of ESL students, Special Education students, and struggling readers.
IPODS: Development During the development phase of the IPOD there were a few problems that occurred. • The battery life only lasted for three hours. • The IPOD did not support playlists that were larger than 10 songs. • The IPOD did not have good sound quality. The intended audience: • Individuals interested in mobile audio and video players. • Educators that wanted a new, innovative way to incorporate technology in the classroom.
IPODS: Commercialization • IPODs are produced by the Apple Company. • There are currently four versions of IPODs. • To aid in the diffusion of the product many new capabilities have been added.
IPODS: Innovation- Decision Process Timelinewww.apple.com Persuasion: Apple aligns with Portal Player to develop a fully functioning mp3 player. Implementation: IPODs can be synched with Windows PC Confirmation: IPOD Nano released. 2007 2001 2004 2002 jKnowledge: Apple hires Tony Fadell to develop a mp3 player with enhanced capabilities. Decision: The 1stIpod is released. Apple releases Itunes. Implementation: IPOD accounts for 16% of Apple company revenue. Confirmation: IPOD Touch released.
IPODS: Innovation Categories • Innovators: Apple Company • Early Adopters: Music lovers, techies, students, young people, educators, companies. • Laggards: Educators that feel that IPODS serve no purpose in the classroom.