BYOD - Bring Your Own Device - Ideas for the Classroom
Choose apps that are free and available for multiple devices (web, iOS , Android, Windows).
Assessment
Receive instant feedback on student understanding through polls and surveys. Administer tests and quizzes for students to take on personal devices. Word Processors
Most students from middle school up are faster typing on their devices than a keyboard. If using word processors be sure to have students save documents as either a word(.docx) or pdf format so it can be opened and printed on our computers. QR Codes
QR codes can link to classroom websites, photographs, videos, resources, tools, assignment descriptions, etc. Use QR codes to create scavenger hunts and other activities. Hang them in the classroom or add to student handouts. QR Stuff - QR Code Generator More info on Using QR codes Remind 101
One way communication to students and parents. Easily send assignments, reminders, announcements via text or email. Teachers/coaches never see student phone numbers, and students never see theirs. Google Drive
Great for file sharing between all of your devices. Google forms work great for tests, quizzes, surveys, questionnaires. Google docs for documents and Google Sheets for spreadsheets. Voice Thread
An excellent way to enhance any classroom presentation given by a teacher or a student. After signing up for an account, teachers can then create short presentations and have students sign up and comment on slides using text, voice, or video. https://voicethread.com/share/5417123/ Quizlet
Create flashcards - use to study, generate study games, quizzes and more. Create your own or search for existing. eBooks
Overdrive app for public library. Many options have tap dictionary and audio options. http://wegivebooks.org Explore Some Great Apps for Education at These Sites
http://ateacherscoda.com/2012/05/12/web-2-0-resources-for-byot-programs/ http://elearninginfographics.com/apps-for-byod-classrooms-infographic/ Hundreds of subject specific apps are also available. Check to see if apps are available in various platforms (web, iOS, android, google play) Have a favorite Web 2.0 Tool, there's probably an App for it! Favorite FM Apps that are Available
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Cameras
Allow students to take pictures of the board for homework assignments, class notes, sample math problems, etc. Cameras and video cameras can be used to produce projects, capture directions. record group work process, more,.. Most devices have screen capture, which can be used to capture information during research, or capture work to email to teacher. Internet
Research, access to classroom website, virtual tours, video tutorials, web tools and resources. Poll Everywhere
Administer classroom quizzes, quick responses, idea sharing and more. http://www.polleverywhere.com/fmbyod Twitter
Excellent news source for live updates, current events. Use with students by using unique hash tags for assignments and discussions. Currently very popular among HS age for social networking. Socrative
Administer quizzes, tests, quick polls, surveys. Teacher and student modules. Classroom response and assessment tool. This file documents BYOD classroom scenarios for all subject areas.
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Classroom Management Considerations
Communicate with parents and students your plan to use devices.
Assess the types of devices your students will bring, plan for options for students without a device.
Use the Ask 3 Before Me rule to encourage students to collaborate to solve their own device questions and issues.
Move around the classroom to guide and direct students to discourage distraction from task.
Utilize student knowledge for ideas and trouble-shooting.
Communicate with parents and students your plan to use devices.
Assess the types of devices your students will bring, plan for options for students without a device.
- Depending on building, netbooks, iPods, and Nooks may be available.
- Have students work in pairs using 1 device. They can email pictures, screen captures, etc. to partner or share using an app such as google drive, drop box.
Use the Ask 3 Before Me rule to encourage students to collaborate to solve their own device questions and issues.
Move around the classroom to guide and direct students to discourage distraction from task.
Utilize student knowledge for ideas and trouble-shooting.