Do your students have their iPods out on their desks during the writing block? I will share with you at least 6 +1 reasons you can utilize iPods as a writing tool in your classroom. Links to the iTunes Store for the apps I discussed during my session: SimpleMind+ - This is a mind mapping app that will allow you to helps students brainstorm and organize their ideas. Dictionary.com app - This app has a great Thesaurus and is a great tool to use for word study. Merriam-Webster Dictionary App- I love this app because it has a voice to text option that helps students find words they don't know how to spell. Grammar Jammers Primary- Great short videos about grammar, sentence types, and punctuation. For primary grades. Grammar Jammers Elementary- $$ Great short videos about grammar, sentence types, and punctuation. For all elementary grades. Evernote - This is a note taking tool that allows you to type (word process), integrate photos, and voice memos. Sonic Pics - This app allows you to voice record over photos to create a slideshow type of movie. Story Kit - Very similar to Sonic Pics but also allows you to add text. Puppet Pals - This is a digital puppet theater. The in app $$ purchase allows you to create your own backgrounds and puppets. Limited to 3 backgrounds. Edmodo - Education social media tool that will allow students to create, collaborate, share, and communicate with each other. Splice - Free movie making tool. You can use still images as well. iMovie - $$ Great movie making app that allows you to film and edit. There is an amazing trailer making portion that creates simple movies. Apps that come on your device: Notes Voice Memos iBooks Jo-Ann Fox Reidy Creek Elementary Fourth Grade Teacher |
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