There’s no denying that the iPad is a revolutionary instructional tool. It is quickly changing the way we teach and the way our students learn. However, with access to thousands of apps and websites at our fingertips it can sometimes feel overwhelming! As we consider integrating technology in our classrooms, one of the easier (and less overwhelming) ways to start is to use the built-in front and rear-facing cameras. From documenting learning experiences to creating tutorials, the camera is one of my favorite iPad tools. Here are five ideas to start using the iPad camera in your classroom.
1. Document Camera: One of the easiest ways to use the camera is to take a picture of something you want students to view and share with your Apple TV. With pinch zooming, you can key in on particular parts of the text you want students to observe or discuss. Using the video camera, you can create a stand with a stack of books (or buy a fancy one on Amazon or one of these from Five Below or Walmart) and demonstrate a process or conduct a lab giving everyone a close-up view from their seats. 2. Annotate: After taking a photo with the iPad, you have the ability to mark up by writing directly to the image. Take a photo of your math warm up problem and save paper by marking up the image directly on you iPad. Even better, take a photo of your problem and send via the Classroom app to your entire class and have each student mark it up! Another option which helps encourage students to meet the ISTE Knowledge Constructor standard is to have students find real-world examples and then mark up the image to explain their thinking (Math Task example: find examples of geometric figures in the classroom. Use the camera to take a picture and use the mark up tools to diagram and explain. Literacy task example: Take a picture of an everyday object and use the mark up tools to personify the object. Write a story from the point of view of your character.) 3. Error Analysis: Take a picture of student work and display to your class using your Apple TV. Have groups of students discuss whether they agree or disagree and explain their thinking. Use the annotation feature to clear up misconceptions. 4. Screen Record: Using the screen record option, you can easily record a process and share with students. It can be as simple as explaining how to access a website to as complex as a tutorial on how to solve Pythagoreans theorem. Empower your students by having them create screen record videos to explain their thinking with the Notes App or Sketches School. 5. Documentation: The iPad camera is great for documenting student growth. Using the Notes App you can create a folder for each student and then input images or videos of student work. It’s a simple way to create a digital portfolio for your students. Students also have the ability to begin curating work and creating their own portfolios of learning using the same tools! By Wes Emlet
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