Getting started with ipad
When reading the iPad Getting Started Guide, I not only learned new material, but deepened my understanding of the tips and tricks I knew already.
In chapter 2, "Getting Started With iPad", the biggest takeaway I had was the overview of the iPad. That seems silly since I've had my iPad for a few years and have been using Apple products my whole life, but the specific names for all of the features will help me more than anything in the future. For example, on page 6 there is a layout of everything on the iPad with its proper name. Before reading this chapter, I had no idea what the "status bar" was. Of course I had seen the status bar before, but I did not know that was it's name. I would have been very confused had I been asked to locate something on the status bar or to look at the status bar. For me, chapter 2 was all about vocabulary. Now I have the tools to use the iPad language.
In chapter 3 "Working With iPad", I had many takeaways and overall, learned the most from this chapter. I mainly gained deeper knowledge into tips and tricks I already knew. I was reminded of convenient features like Side Swipe that will make using my iPad easier. Two things I learned that were brand new to me were Split View and Speak Selection. Since reading about Split View I have used it to watch videos and take notes at the same time, and even watch Netflix while browsing social media. This is the new feature I will be using most in academics and for personal use. I didn't know Speak Selection was a feature on the iPad, but now that I know it's an option and how to use it, I will definitely be using it in my classroom. I don't see an immediate use for the feature in my personal life, but I could use it in my classroom for students who have learning disabilities or are auditory learners.
In chapter 4 "Exploring Learning Resources", my favorite section was on iTunes U. I had always seen the app on my iPad but never investigated its purpose. Now that I know that there are free courses on thousands of different subjects, not only will I use some of these courses in my future classroom, but also in my personal life to help me with college courses (like a tutor) and to learn about subjects that interest me outside of my major. I'll be able to use this a lot in my future!
In chapter 5 "Going Further" I'll be able to use the ideas and inspirations for my English class as well as the assessment of my students. In my English class, I may let students who have difficulty writing, or who are more auditory/verbal learners use the dictation feature to write assignments and essays. I also like the assessment idea of having students use the photo booth to capture their learning reflections or to contribute to interactive discussion boards.
Overall, I learned a lot from the iPad Guide! I think I'll be able to use these tips and tricks in this class, my future classroom, and in my personal life.
In chapter 2, "Getting Started With iPad", the biggest takeaway I had was the overview of the iPad. That seems silly since I've had my iPad for a few years and have been using Apple products my whole life, but the specific names for all of the features will help me more than anything in the future. For example, on page 6 there is a layout of everything on the iPad with its proper name. Before reading this chapter, I had no idea what the "status bar" was. Of course I had seen the status bar before, but I did not know that was it's name. I would have been very confused had I been asked to locate something on the status bar or to look at the status bar. For me, chapter 2 was all about vocabulary. Now I have the tools to use the iPad language.
In chapter 3 "Working With iPad", I had many takeaways and overall, learned the most from this chapter. I mainly gained deeper knowledge into tips and tricks I already knew. I was reminded of convenient features like Side Swipe that will make using my iPad easier. Two things I learned that were brand new to me were Split View and Speak Selection. Since reading about Split View I have used it to watch videos and take notes at the same time, and even watch Netflix while browsing social media. This is the new feature I will be using most in academics and for personal use. I didn't know Speak Selection was a feature on the iPad, but now that I know it's an option and how to use it, I will definitely be using it in my classroom. I don't see an immediate use for the feature in my personal life, but I could use it in my classroom for students who have learning disabilities or are auditory learners.
In chapter 4 "Exploring Learning Resources", my favorite section was on iTunes U. I had always seen the app on my iPad but never investigated its purpose. Now that I know that there are free courses on thousands of different subjects, not only will I use some of these courses in my future classroom, but also in my personal life to help me with college courses (like a tutor) and to learn about subjects that interest me outside of my major. I'll be able to use this a lot in my future!
In chapter 5 "Going Further" I'll be able to use the ideas and inspirations for my English class as well as the assessment of my students. In my English class, I may let students who have difficulty writing, or who are more auditory/verbal learners use the dictation feature to write assignments and essays. I also like the assessment idea of having students use the photo booth to capture their learning reflections or to contribute to interactive discussion boards.
Overall, I learned a lot from the iPad Guide! I think I'll be able to use these tips and tricks in this class, my future classroom, and in my personal life.