iPod and Handheld Computers
Book
"Handheld Computers in Schools and Media Centers"
Published by Linworth Publishing, Inc.
This resource guides educators through the process of selecting the hardware and software for students to use handheld computers necessary to listen to eBooks, to research Websites, and to use videos and audio books. The author's purpose is to help educators teach students to use handheld computers to learn the curriculum and meet national standards. By using these portable technologies in the classroom, students will increase their achievement, deepen their learning, and enrich their educational environment.
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Online Professional Development Class
University of Wisconsin - Stout
Wisconsin's Polytechnical University
Learning Applications for the iPod® and Handheld Computers
Registration Form
Description: In depth, interactive study of current research in effective technology-enhanced instructional practices using podcasts, eBooks, eAudio, eVideo within the curriculum to meet state and national content standards and student technology standards. Development and assessment of innovative inquiry based learning activities using an iPod® and other handheld devices.
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Presentation Handouts
iPod® and Handheld Computer Integration into the Curriculum NECC 2007 - Atlanta, GA.
Advantages of Handheld Computers in the Media Center Internet@Schools, East & Computers in Libraries Conference 2004 - Washington, DC
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Lesson Planners and Rubrics
Lesson Planner for Handheld Devices Template
Handheld Lesson Planner Rubric
Podcast Rubric
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Classroom Resources
eBooks in the Curriculum
Getting Started: A Guide for Using iPods and iTunes for Teaching and Learning
Podcasts and Vodcasts
Hardware and Software Selection for the iPod® and Handheld Computers
Press "Play" to start the video to gain ideas.
