Gratitude and progress!

On March 27, we deployed iPads to 160 faculty.  We had tables of small groups staffed by our current iTeam, who helped their colleagues activate the iPads, configure email accounts, download some basic apps, et cetera.  Many thanks for everyone's efforts and openness!

iPad Pilot 2.0

Our iPad pilot program was expanded to include eight teachers and 240 students, beginning September 17, 2012.  While everyone was a little nervous at the outset, we have spent much time together to learn more about the iPad, its functions, relevant apps, and other uses in the classroom.  We created a Google group for communicating information and reflections. We surveyed the students and the faculty at large to collect data on the program.  We have researched different models of 21st Century integration, such as SAMR and P21.  Finally, we have visited and/or otherwise contacted schools with successful programs.  We feel we have gained confidence in our  abilities to utilize iPads in the classroom and are hopeful for an expansion to a 1:1 environment next year.