Laptops
iPads
Smartphones
100

Name one negative of having laptops in the classroom

Laptops pose a significant distraction to both users and fellow students, and impede students performance 

100

Name one negative to having iPads in the Classroom.

Costly, can be a distraction, fear of students not learning basic skills, & need to teach students how to use them first

100

Name one negative when it comes to using smart phones in the classroom.

- Can’t have a lock down browser

- Cheating

- distracting 

200

Name two benefits of using laptops in the classroom

  • Non Educational websites can be blocked 

  • Collaboration tool

200

Name two benefits to having iPads in the classroom.

Students can work independently, collaborate, practice specific skills, be self-directed, and research

iPads are portable, long lasting battery, efficient, can monitor student browsing

200

Name two benefits of using smartphones in the classroom.

- Engagement

- Personalization

-Collaboration

-Research Skills


300

How can laptops be used in only a beneficial way in the classroom?

  • Helpful for taking organized notes and promoting class participation online, such as discussion posts 

300

Describe one way you could incorporate the use of iPads into your classroom.

Examples: have students trace letters, practice math skills with review games, make a discussion post, audiobooks

300

List two apps that could be used for for students engagement for reflections and shared responses. 

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