App APProval
There are many places to find apps: the App Store, Google, databases. Look for apps (that you might want to use with students) and evaluate them with your checklists. Begin by discussing this question at your table:
What might be some types of apps you would like to explore?
Use your checklist and discussion ideas to search for apps that have a sound educational purpose. You may use the App Store as well as the following websites to find apps. Be prepared to share one app at the end of this activity.
- Which app(s) "WOWed" you?
- Access the Google Spreadsheet, Digital Age Teaching Apps.
- Look at the category tabs.
- Add your app(s) in the appropriate categories. Provide information according to column headings.
- You may need to add another category page for your app.
Reflection
Share one of the "WOW" apps you found with your table group. Follow the Round Robin structure.
Use the Fickle Finger of Fate to choose which app described at your table should be shared with the whole group.
Use the Fickle Finger of Fate to choose which app described at your table should be shared with the whole group.