iPads in Education

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Math Test Score Rise, iPad Study Results

Started Jan 23, 2012 0 Replies

A recent article in TabTmes touts the effectiveness of an iPad AP in increasing Algebra 1 scores in the Riverside SD, CA.…Continue

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John J Caprice replied to Sam Gliksman's discussion Using your iPad 2 as a Document Camera
"KenAvision has released an iPad and Android AP for their line of document cameras and digital microscopes. This AP will share and annotae the images from their products among a classroom set of hand held devices. The AP is FREE, BUT, it only works…"
Oct 11, 2012
John J Caprice replied to Beverly Meyer's discussion IPad 2 case
"Hi Aaron, Their website is not fully functional. No one answers the phone. My wholesalers do not handle it. The best I can do is send them an email.....and see if we get a response. JJC"
Aug 13, 2012
John J Caprice replied to Beverly Meyer's discussion IPad 2 case
"Hi Roger, I'll keep my eyes open and make a few calls...  A key lock would be too bulky. There's always a better way. JJC  "
Aug 10, 2012
John J Caprice replied to Beverly Meyer's discussion IPad 2 case
"Hi Aaron, DropTech is the model of the case. GumDrop and Hard Candy are the same company. There is another case company that I can recommend that you review:  www.gripcase-usa.com This is a new company that only has one product. It is a…"
Aug 10, 2012
John J Caprice replied to Eric Mahan's discussion Looking to mass sync over 40 iPads
"Hi Sam!, I do understand the complexity of bandwidth. One cannot put 5 lbs of potatoes in a 4 lb Bag. However, if a district is successful with wireless syncing, I thought that reviewing their method would be worth sharing. The Canby District…"
Jan 31, 2012
John J Caprice replied to Eric Mahan's discussion Looking to mass sync over 40 iPads
"I was speaking with Anthro about heir new line of iPad carts and cabinets. I asked them why they did not offer a syncing solution. The answer was simple. It is no longer needed with the new iPad software release. Here's a link to an Oregon…"
Jan 31, 2012
John J Caprice posted a discussion

Math Test Score Rise, iPad Study Results

A recent article in TabTmes touts the effectiveness of an iPad AP in increasing Algebra 1 scores in the Riverside SD, CA.http://tabtimes.com/news/education/2012/01/20/ipad-app-credited-20-jump-math-scores-middle-schoolI'd like to believe that these results are accurate. The study was performed with the cooperation of the publisher.JJCSee More
Jan 23, 2012
John J Caprice commented on Sam Gliksman's blog post Evaluating Apple's Foray into the Textbook Market
"There was a time when Apple was the little skinny picked on kid in the marketplace. Things have changed. At times Apple seems like the bully in the marketplace. That too will change. Either they will become enlightened or be shunned by the…"
Jan 20, 2012
John J Caprice commented on Sam Gliksman's blog post Evaluating Apple's Foray into the Textbook Market
"As a vendor of technology to schools, I closely follow the source of funds. The majority of purchases are financed with Federal and State technology funds, followed by educational foundations and private education grants. A few teachers will…"
Jan 20, 2012
John J Caprice commented on Sam Gliksman's blog post Evaluating Apple's Foray into the Textbook Market
"This is a very interesting marketing move. I spent an hour at BestBuy the other night examining all of the tablets and ereaders that were on display. It was far better than going to a trade show. The iPad was stunning. The response and clarity of…"
Jan 20, 2012
jadoll321 left a comment for John J Caprice
"LOL. No it's not Spectrum."
Dec 29, 2011
John J Caprice replied to Stephen Orr's discussion New to this forum, would like to share
"Dear Stephen, Check out a website www.tabtimes.com. It is a web that collects tablet info and sends out a daily newslettter. They recently listed a post on the top 100 educational aps. Also take a look at www.classroom20.com There are many psots on…"
Dec 29, 2011
John J Caprice replied to jadoll321's discussion iPad Lift Device
"Dear J, This application is contrary to the conceptual design of the iPad. Some computer desks are equipped with lifts or mechanical closing devices. These are rather expensive to install in a computer lab, about $900.00 per desk,…"
Dec 29, 2011
John J Caprice replied to Michelle Phares's discussion iPad Cart
"I was in the supermarket this afternoon and happened to see some plastic dishracks.... They will work. At least they should work, the slots look like they are made for ipads! JJC / Visualedtech"
Dec 22, 2011
John J Caprice replied to Michelle Phares's discussion iPad Cart
"Michelle, Would you consider a rolling, waterproof transport case? Do you have a price in mind? Do you wish to maove all 26 iPads to one class? Or, will you allocate smaller quantities to individual classrooms?   Thanks   John J…"
Dec 22, 2011
John J Caprice replied to Michelle Phares's discussion iPad Cart
"Thanks Al, Certainly, the Sync+Charge is a small, lightweight portable unit. The Netsafe IPCS Cabinet with the sync and charge installed is too large and top heavy to safely use on most carts. Michelle is looking for an inexpensive…"
Dec 22, 2011

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At 6:46pm on December 29, 2011, jadoll321 said…
LOL. No it's not Spectrum.
 
 
 

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