Interactive Modeling (Responsive Classroom) was used to introduce procedures and routines for and when using the iPads.
procedures and routines...
-transporting the iPads (from the iPad cabinet, in general, and returning to the iPad cabinet)
-utilizing the iPad numbers (stickered on back) to identify individual iPads
-utilizing the iPad numbers and the numbers on the iPad cabinet drawers to locate and store iPads in the iPad cabinet
-"sharing" an iPad with a partner
-unlocking the iPad
-home button... uses and purposes
-"gestures"... swiping between screens, pinch closing of an app, swiping up to view open apps
-opening an app (individual app on screen and app within a "folder" on the screen)
-closing open apps at completion of iPad use
The introduction of the students to the iPads was supportive in their understanding of the procedures and routines for use of and care for our student iPads.
The students interest in and motivation to use the iPads allowed for the effective modeling of numerous procedures and routines.
With the exception of two of the student iPads' sound not working (ugh!), the introduction of the students to the iPads was successful!
The procedures and routines will continue to be encouraged and reinforced through interactive modeling and reinforcing language as the Butterflies develop independence with the iPad procedures and routines.
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| first graders practicing iPad "gestures" in our learning circle |
