Tony Vincent created a podcast called, "Project Based Learning in Hand". Here, he explained how hand held devices could be used in the classroom. Students are able to connect, communicate, and collaborate with others easily. They also have other resources whenever and wherever they may be needed.
He made an entire video project on an iPod Touch using an app called SonicPics. It was really interesting. He could do many additions to his video to make it interesting for all students. It would make lessons more engaging and could also be used for presentation you may have your students do for a project. Using a video like this, you can also post it onto your website for other educators to use if they like it. He did ALL of this from his iPod Touch...AMAZING!
By using technology for projects, you can allow less time for projects students do because the technology decreases the amount of time necessary to complete a good project. It also decreases the amount of information teachers need to cover in a lesson while increases the amount of information students uncover on their own.
Tony also uses Rubistar online to create his own personal rubrics for different assignment. Then, he can allow his students to help him design it and decide what is important and acceptable and what is not. Therefore, the students know what is expected of them and feel as though their ideas are important too.
You can even copy and paste notes or keynotes onto a notes page on the same hand held. Research is at the touch of a button, if needed, quickly using technology.
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