One of my favorite tools to use in the class is the iPod touch. When connected to WiFi, the iPod touch can become an empowering tool when in the hands of students. We have about 10 devices in our class, personally owned of course, that are used in everyday learning. Students suggest and share apps for studying, organizing, note-taking, exploring and of course gaming. With our digital library access, students use their iPods as an eReader and audio book device. We recently began reading Rick Riordan's "Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief" and I allowed students to download the book to their iPods using the Kindle app. They used my account to access the book (I purchased the book with a license for 10 devices.) but had access to the novel at any time. That's the point! Wherever students go, they can take the learning with them.
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