Exploring the use of iPads and mobile devices in education.
Kevin Giffhorn's Discussions
iPads and classroom based wireless networks
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeremy Dorn Apr 30, 2011. 10 Replies 1 Like
I am looking at using iPads in my classroom (max 35 students) and am struggling how to get files from my computer to the iPads. These files will mostly be PDF, DOC, and PowerPoint files. The main…Continue
Kevin Giffhorn's Page
Gifts Received
Kevin Giffhorn has not received any gifts yet
Latest Activity
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Sam Gliksman's discussion Tell us about your favorite educational apps"The eNotebook app allows students of all grades (K - 12 and college) to import a teacher's DOC, PPT, and PDF files and then annotate on top of them. The downloaded documents and handwritten notes are stored in separate folders within…"
Jeremy Dorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"I think people discount interal networks or standalone networks. You IT is going to need to come to grips with the need for more WiFi use however just because it's WiFi doesn't mean it needs to go to the Internet.
What you likely need is…"
Steve Hayes replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"With 35 iPads, cases, and software, it is probably safe to assume that your school has at least $2,000.00 invested in the iPads for your classroom. Add to that amount the most expensive part of education, a teacher salary, and the only conclusion I…"
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"Jeremy has hit the nail on the head for many of the K-12 districts I know. While there are some out there that are quite open regarding WiFi and internet access, it has been my experience that a majority are very concerned about the…"
Jeremy Dorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"It think that's part of the difficulty. It sounds like Kevin's site IT doesn't want the students to have access to the Internet, especially over WiFi, outside the dedicated computer lab/media center. This makes solutions like DropBox…"
Gary Toews replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"If you are using a Mac to do the synching, you can turn on Internet sharing. I am not sure of the maximum number of clients though..."
Gary Toews replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"We are using dropbox to move files to and from student iPod touches. It is surprisingly fast. You can do it one of two ways: 1. everyone using the same dropbox account or 2. everyone setting up their own account. The teacher shares one folder on…"
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Matt Baier's discussion iPads for students but not for teachers?"I am starting a program where we will start with a few iPads for the students to try (about 15 students will be loaned iPads) and I am lucky to have my own to experiment with. However, I agree with Christopher that having an iPad is important…"
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Sam Gliksman's discussion Is the relative lack of teacher control over student iPad use a relief or a recipe for disaster?"While I am concerned about my students being "off task" when using iPads in the classroom, I believe the pro's outweigh the con's. This is really no different than how my HS students use their cell phones to text. …"
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"Jeremy, thanks for the advice on the ad hoc netowrk. I'll talk with my IT people and see about the feasability of setting this up in my room. Overall, my school's IT department is VERY particular about using WiFi; we just…"
Kevin Giffhorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"Thanks for the input- I thought about Bluetooth but the number of users (30+) is what made me move towards WiFi of some kind."
Jeremy Dorn replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"How does your teacher computer hook to the network. I am assuming you have a teacher computer. Laptop or Desktop? What kind?
The reason I ask is most computers with internal WiFi cards can be put in ad-hock or computer to computer mode. Normally…"
Charles Randolph replied to Kevin Giffhorn's discussion iPads and classroom based wireless networks"http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sharepoint/id427543706?mt=8
Share Point is a Bluetooth app that can send files and other information via bluetooth. I have tried and successful sent files from one iPad to 4 other iPads and a iPhone (so far).…"
Profile Information
- Welcome! Tell us a little about yourself by providing a brief informative profile. Please note that members may not use the network to advertise their products or services.
- High school math teacher in MD, 14 yr experience
Comment Wall
- No comments yet!
About
iPad in Education for Dummies
Your guide to using the world's most popular tablet to inspire and educate.
Contact Sam
Contact Sam for consulting services and professional development.
Fill out the info request form or contact Sam at
Tel: (310) 571-5904
samgliksman@gmail.com
"Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire."
--William Butler Yeats© 2013 Created by Sam Gliksman.
