New TechnologyNew Technology

Ruth Babilonia

TEED 3035

Prof. Mary Moore

iPad

iPad Features• Mail• Photos• Videos• YouTube• iPod• iTunes• App Store • Maps• Calendar

• Built in Dictionary• Slideshow

soundtracks• Search the web• Notes• iWork applications

( keynote, pages, numbers)

• eBooks

iPads in the ESL classroom• iPad is a new technology that will

motivate students in class.• The Ipad is ideal for schools

because teachers and students safe money and trees.

• Teachers may send tasks through email, make graphics of the students evaluation scores, create a glossary, assign students to watch an educational video and so on.

Student& iPad in the ESL classrooms

- Access different elements: social networks, and so on.

-Learn from different environments.

-Access material online.

-Socialize in groups.

-Make research.

-Make a photo album for a class.

- Communicate through email, even send assignments through this source to teachers.

- Demonstrate an educational video.

- Notes can turn out to be a reminder of the assignments and daily work that has to be done.

iPads in the ESL classroom• A potential tool can be eBooks, which is useful

when teachers assign a lecture. Students can access and read the book from the place they desire.

• Later on, the teacher may give questions to assure students read. This is also a good source to expand the learners’ vocabulary.

Ipads in the ESL classroom• Every person may obtain great benefits from

this remarkable device. It is a tool used to reach and engage all students, including those with disabilities.

• The iPad can help students that have lack of oral communication, even those who do not have all the extremities since with just a touch you can access what this device has to offer.

Opinion• The iPad can be a high-quality tool for students

to learn. This device has effective applications, students can access any place. Learners do not have to worry about carrying around a heavy item because, its size is adjustable and made for everyone. Students do not have to worry about buying large and heavy books, since they can access them online. The iPad is an instrument through which the user can access information and make research to obtain more knowledge.

iPad: Pros and Cons.Pros.

• Brings a battery that lasts up to ten hours.

• Feature touch 9.7 inch screen.

• Contains a16GB Wi-fi model.

Cons.• Does not bring

USB port.• Does not contain a

webcam.• Price begins from

$499 and goes on, if you want to add more services.

• Allows the connection of a keyboard.

• Storage capacities: 16GB 32GB, or 64GB flash drive.

• People can read eBooks.

Cons.

• Individuals cannot download applications other than those from the Apple store.

• The software known as Flash does not work in the device.

Pros.

Additional Pros.

• The device can play videos, photos, games, music, and so on.

• Individuals can keep up to date, make notes, and even access Google maps.

• Allows us to access and view changes in social networks.

Thank you for your attention!