How to adjust to classroom life with iPads
We cannot deny the takeover the digital age has inflicted on our classrooms and learning techniques. Students in a modern class setting are not only used to desktops, but also smart phone and tablets as daily necessities. As educators who grew up under what some would consider “historical” circumstances, here are a few tips on how to approach the digital classroom.
Instill Good Habits
Combine the digital aspect and lessons in a positive way. Embrace the revolution of receiving information at one’s fingertips, but utilizing it correctly. This is a good opportunity to promote morals and ethics into one’s routine, especially with the immense amount of content online.
Seek Out the Education
Do your part and research educational programs beforehand and download these programs to your class’ tablet. Choose applications that supplement lessons effectively to the point your students won’t notice the lesson behind their technology free time. Encourage parents to do the same at home by supplying them with a list of appropriate apps in the next newsletter.
Get Organized
Using online tools will assist you to organize all the chaos that accompanies managing a classroom. Present the importance of organization by keeping tabs on assignments, tasks, lesson plan and more all online. We do not have to view change negatively, but spin the situation in how it can be beneficial for everyone.
Prepare
With recent advancements, technology is only going to continue to expand, which is more reason to accept and adapt. As educators, you are preparing your students for professional atmospheres, so this is the time to implement that mindset with the addition of technology use.
Promote the Now
Although a bulk of our culture appears online and the Web is the new go-to, do not forget to teach your students the importance of appreciating the present. Continue to expand on students’ health and active lives by holding traditional recess activities and knowing when to set the digital devices aside.
