Much of yesterday was spent talking about class expectations, meeting each other, assigning iPads, and learning about what we will be doing in the weeks ahead. We were able to jump into a few apps in the remaining time…and easily two of my favorites!
The first, and one of the most versatile apps on the iPad, was Drawing Pad.
Students used the digital markers, paint, crayons, and color pencils to design beautiful pieces of art. They even had a little fun with the digital stickers and stamps! I really like how some of the students added their own photos to personalize their pictures.
Some examples from the class:
PicCollage is a fantastic app for creating a collage of a family vacation, a poster on a particular subject, or a flyer for your team's end-of-the-season party. Students used photos from the classroom and of themselves - supplemented with stickers, text, and backgrounds to create gorgeous designs.
On a side note, over the next few weeks you will see that 'sharing' with an audience is an important objective weaved into our curriculum (thank you for providing an email address!). I know that digital technology often worries parents (myself included!) because of the interactive nature of it. In this class, students will learn how to share information safely with friends and family, and to take precautions when participating amongst a global audience. We want to students to feel comfortable using digital technology; however, first and foremost, they must be safe, protected, and making a positive contribution to our digital world. I encourage you to keep up the conversation at home, as well.
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