iPad/iPod User Group
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We are using the VLN group to discuss iPad and iPod Touch use in an educational context. We are a growing group. Places to look are the discussions, activity, blog and bookmarks.
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Mike Boon added a new discussion topic Old iPads - What are people doing?- Sarah Parker replied on the discussion topic MDM Options
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How do you use some gaming websites on ipads?
Can anyone advise me on how my class can use websites like Animal Jam, Poptropica, cool-math Games etc on an ipad? I'm sure there are other sites that I can't think of right now that are the same! At times my class use these sites on rainy...Padcampakl
Yesterday Pt. Engand school hosted the inaugural padcampakl. 60 keen participants were warmly welcomed by hosts and organisers Fiona Grant, Helen King and Dorothy Burt with Russell Burt as our janitor for the day. : ) (i)PadCampAKL followed the...iPads in Education: Enabling e-Learning event
By Tessa GrayKia ora tatou, for all of those who have an avid interest or passion for iPads in education - you're not going to want to miss this!!! NEW THREAD STARTS TODAY: iPads in education | An Enabling e-Learning event...Howling Mouse
By Edwin McRaeYou learn about this cute little creature's habitat, what it eats, about its rival on the food chain, and its primary predator.
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i-movie on i-pad 2
Last updated by Nicky Comments (2)Hi all. I have bought the i-movie app and for some reason it wont synch on my i-pad 2. Just wondering if others have it working or have tried like me and can't get it to work?-
Voice To Text - i-pad
Last updated by Nicky Comments (5)Hi all, Am searching for an equivalent to Dragon Dictation? Does anyone know of anything?
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Old iPads - What are people doing?
Started by Mike Boon 27 Feb 2020 7:17pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Mike BoonHi Team, I'm having an issue with aging iPads. I've started at a new job and they have plenty of iPads which I would like to use for Seesaw and filming activities with iMovie and/or Flipgrid. How are schools or tech...MDM Options
Started by Warren Grieve 16 Oct 2018 9:00am () Replies (4) Last reply by Sarah ParkerHi all... we have apple profile manager as our MDM. Anyone else using this? We are having a few issues I would like feedback on, mainly around it not deploying changes in setup correctly.Augmented Reality and Apps that work with Google Cardboard
Started by Allanah King 22 Jul 2018 9:02pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI have updated my iPad site with apps that involve Augmented Reality and Apps that work with Google Cardboard https://sites.google.com/site/initialipadsetup/apps-links/augmented-reality I wonder if people are using any other apps that I...Updated IPad Website
Started by Allanah King 21 Jun 2018 10:39pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI have just finished updating my Initial iPad Setup website to the new Google Sites format. Hopefully it is all nice and up to date and gives people the support they might need to get up and going with their iPads. Please let me know if there is...Bluetooth Keyboards
Started by Allanah King 20 Mar 2018 9:45am () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingDoes anyone have any experience of using bluetooth keyboards with iPads in a classroom setting. Are there any issues with pairing devices and with multiple keyboards or do things get confusing??Augmented Reality Book Apps
Started by Allanah King 13 Nov 2017 7:23pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI was sad that the update to iOS11 has killed a number of my favourite book and Augmented Reality Book Apps like Morris Lessmore Imag.N.O.Tron and Two Left Feet so I have been out and about trying to see what else there is. Ordinary Books that...
Group bookmarks
App Guide: Clicker Docs and iWordQ UK : Virtual Learning Network
By Allanah King/blog/view/976943/app-guide-clicker-docs-and-iwordq-uk - Maree Boyd gave us a useful app comparison here.iPad as the Teacher's Pet - Version 4.0 — Learning in Hand
By Allanah Kinglearninginhand.com - Tony Vincent recently polled teachers via Twitter on how they preferred to use their iPads. This downloadable PDF shares the result. It is divided into seven sections…. Show on a Big Screen Manage the...How to create your own iPad recording booth for the classroom. – blairsmithteaching
By Allanah Kingblairsmithteaching.com - This would be a good idea if you couldn't afford uni-directional microphones or couldn't find a quiet spot to record. What do other people do?Book Creator 5.1: Publish and read your books online - Book Creator app
By Allanah Kingbookcreator.com - The much awaited Book Creator update is now available. Publishing books on line is very easy- one click away. I tried it with one the new Tongan Pasifika...Easy Steps for How-To Annotate Images on Your iPad - Class Tech Tips
By Allanah Kingclasstechtips.com - I am probably the last person on the planet who didn't know this but you can annotate images on your iPad directly from the Photos app. For Students to demonstrate their understanding to point out a moment when they were...
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Upper/lower case keyboard chart for iPad
I created this chart for the NE teacher at one of my schools. Feel free to use, share, change (the lower case letter are simply in text boxes).
These are some discussion threads for the iPad group that you should read to get a good handle on what to do with your iPads.
Recommend great Apps to put on your iPad.
How to deploy multiple iPads legally using Volume Purchasing.
Whether to have individual iPad accounts or to have Volume Purchasing.
Now we are getting so big it might be an idea that you use the search box at the bottom left of your screen to search for things that you are interested in that may have been discussed in the past but are not showing up in the recent discussions.
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Old iPads - What are people doing?
Started by Mike Boon 27 Feb 2020 7:17pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Mike BoonHi Team, I'm having an issue with aging iPads. I've started at a new job and they have plenty of iPads which I would like to use for Seesaw and filming activities with iMovie and/or Flipgrid. How are schools or tech...MDM Options
Started by Warren Grieve 16 Oct 2018 9:00am () Replies (4) Last reply by Sarah ParkerHi all... we have apple profile manager as our MDM. Anyone else using this? We are having a few issues I would like feedback on, mainly around it not deploying changes in setup correctly.How to transfer voice memos from iPhone to computer
Started by S7yiler 25 Nov 2015 9:21pm () Replies (10) Last reply by SaraGarryHi all, My boy is in his 7th and he recorded a few voice memos on my iPhone and he wanted to transfer them to the computer so that he can edit them and share them with her classmate. But I don't know how to copy the voice memo to a computer?...Augmented Reality and Apps that work with Google Cardboard
Started by Allanah King 22 Jul 2018 9:02pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI have updated my iPad site with apps that involve Augmented Reality and Apps that work with Google Cardboard https://sites.google.com/site/initialipadsetup/apps-links/augmented-reality I wonder if people are using any other apps that I...Updated IPad Website
Started by Allanah King 21 Jun 2018 10:39pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI have just finished updating my Initial iPad Setup website to the new Google Sites format. Hopefully it is all nice and up to date and gives people the support they might need to get up and going with their iPads. Please let me know if there is...Bluetooth Keyboards
Started by Allanah King 20 Mar 2018 9:45am () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingDoes anyone have any experience of using bluetooth keyboards with iPads in a classroom setting. Are there any issues with pairing devices and with multiple keyboards or do things get confusing??App Sharing
Started by Allanah King 22 Mar 2011 7:43pm () Replies (286) Last reply by Allanah KingMaybe we can start off by all adding one app that we really like?Augmented Reality Book Apps
Started by Allanah King 13 Nov 2017 7:23pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI was sad that the update to iOS11 has killed a number of my favourite book and Augmented Reality Book Apps like Morris Lessmore Imag.N.O.Tron and Two Left Feet so I have been out and about trying to see what else there is. Ordinary Books that...anybody knows how to transfer text message from Android to iPhone ?
Started by Misnilaliy 01 Dec 2015 3:05pm () Replies (9) Last reply by Xisisihello, I got a new iPhone 6s, and I own a old samsung galaxy s4 - Android 4.2; There are many imoratnt text messages conversation (700+) and family contacts stored on my old s4 and I need to move these data from my galaxy s4 to iPhone 6, how? Any...Book Creator now available for Chrome
Started by Allanah King 29 Jun 2017 10:26pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingHere we go folks. Book Creator is now available for Chrome in beta testing. https://bookcreator.com/2017/06/book-creator-chrome-open-beta-testing/ They are still finalising a pricing structure but you will be able to make 40 books for free per...Blogging
Started by merryl 19 May 2017 12:13pm () Replies (10) Last reply by Marnel van der SpuyHi With easyblogger junior going and the iPad blog app gone how are people posting to their blogs using iPads? Is there another app for iPads?Stylus Options
Started by Allanah King 26 May 2017 10:11am () Replies (4) Last reply by Katrina CableWe used to get the yellow Dino stylus for iPad but it seems that the company no longer exists so I have been looking about for another affordable option for buying stylus. This Noris stylus is quite a cool concept in that it is a pencil but...Using Family Sharing
Started by Fraser 25 May 2017 9:19pm () Replies (2) Last reply by Allanah KingAny guidance appreciated on this one...We are using Family Sharing to manage a pod of iPads and initially was able to make a purchase on one device which was approved by the account supervising family members- however, when trying to purchase an app...Lightspeed
Started by Tracey Simons 12 May 2016 9:46am () Replies (9) Last reply by iOSdeploymentGuruHi Everyone, I am keen to make contact with schools that are using Lightspeed. We have signed up for this but am wanting ideas on how schools are using the system and how they set up their ipads initially, any pit falls or quick tips...Clips iOS app from Apple
Started by Allanah King 09 Apr 2017 3:42pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingClips, the new iOS10.3 from Apple, was launched this week and I like it. Clips is a free Apple App but it does need an iPad with iOS10.3 on it to run so you may need to do an update...iPad Mini stuck on Apple logo
Started by imoedddy 27 Mar 2017 11:42pm () Replies (5) Last reply by imoedddyMy kid's iPad Mini was stuck on Apple logo during iOS update. Before taking it to Apple store (far away from my home), what kind of actions to do to fix the issue?Apps for special needs student
Started by Jamie De La Haye 24 Jan 2017 1:32pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Coll O'ConnorHi We are looking for app/programme for a student with an Assistive Tech iPad, which will support his core learning (Reading, Writing ,Maths). We want the app/programme to be structured, sequential, purposeful and engaging. Something he can...Apple Teacher Programme
Started by Allanah King 24 Jan 2017 9:54pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingIf you don't want to go as far as applying to be an Apple Distinguished Educator you can now be part of the Apple Teacher Programme. http://www.apple.com/education/apple-teacher/ The idea is that you do a bit of extra reading and become...Google Voice Typing on an iPad
Started by Allanah King 24 Jan 2017 8:35pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Allanah KingI was asked today if there was a way of accessing Google Voice Typing on an iPad. The answer is no but there is a work around that achieves the same result. It is easier to show people visually than write a set of instructions so here is my little...Apple Distinguished Educator Applications- Class of 2017
Started by Allanah King 19 Jan 2017 9:23pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Allanah KingBecoming an Apple Distinguished Educator has been one of the highlights of my teaching career. Being an ADE has opened my practice a fantastic network of learner leaders and innovative practices. The application process is biennial so now is your...
App Guide: Clicker Docs and iWordQ UK : Virtual Learning Network
By Allanah King/blog/view/976943/app-guide-clicker-docs-and-iwordq-uk - Maree Boyd gave us a useful app comparison here.iPad as the Teacher's Pet - Version 4.0 — Learning in Hand
By Allanah Kinglearninginhand.com - Tony Vincent recently polled teachers via Twitter on how they preferred to use their iPads. This downloadable PDF shares the result. It is divided into seven sections…. Show on a Big Screen Manage the...How to create your own iPad recording booth for the classroom. – blairsmithteaching
By Allanah Kingblairsmithteaching.com - This would be a good idea if you couldn't afford uni-directional microphones or couldn't find a quiet spot to record. What do other people do?Book Creator 5.1: Publish and read your books online - Book Creator app
By Allanah Kingbookcreator.com - The much awaited Book Creator update is now available. Publishing books on line is very easy- one click away. I tried it with one the new Tongan Pasifika...Easy Steps for How-To Annotate Images on Your iPad - Class Tech Tips
By Allanah Kingclasstechtips.com - I am probably the last person on the planet who didn't know this but you can annotate images on your iPad directly from the Photos app. For Students to demonstrate their understanding to point out a moment when they were...Google Apps for iPad Users - Summit Stuff
www.summitstuff.com - I am at the Auckland Google Summit and Chris Betcher shared his thoughts on using Google Suite on an iPad. He cleverly embedded a hyperlinked Google Drawing into his Google Site with links to all the Google Apps you can get on your iPad. Lots...Roblox iPad game: 'Paedophiles can easily groom kids in chat rooms', warns father -...
www.kidspot.com.au - I hadn't heard of this game but forewarned is forearmed. Not something that is likely to happen in a school cos the iPads are being used for learning but a distinct possibility when being used in less supervised situations.MADE Awards
By Allanah Kingwww.madeawards.com - The Made Awards entries are due this Friday. The idea is that children submit digital artefacts for judging. Schools can be invoiced for entries. If you have a artefact already made why not throw it in as an entry and see what happens. Great...iPad Accessibility for Students who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing : Virtual Learning Network
By Allanah King/blog/view/963736/ipad-accessibility-for-students-who-are-deaf-or-hard-of-hearing - This is a blog post from the assistive tech group on the VLN where it reviews iPad apps for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
How do you use some gaming websites on ipads?
Can anyone advise me on how my class can use websites like Animal Jam, Poptropica, cool-math Games etc on an ipad? I'm sure there are other sites that I can't think of right now that are the same! At times my class use these sites on rainy...Padcampakl
Yesterday Pt. Engand school hosted the inaugural padcampakl. 60 keen participants were warmly welcomed by hosts and organisers Fiona Grant, Helen King and Dorothy Burt with Russell Burt as our janitor for the day. : ) (i)PadCampAKL followed the...iPads in Education: Enabling e-Learning event
By Tessa GrayKia ora tatou, for all of those who have an avid interest or passion for iPads in education - you're not going to want to miss this!!! NEW THREAD STARTS TODAY: iPads in education | An Enabling e-Learning event...
