Using iPods in Instruction

http://www.learninginhand.com/ipod/index.html (had trouble making these links live.. sorry)
This site is entitled “Learning in Hand”. The creator, Tony Vincent, is a technology specialist that has created this amazing educator’s resource. Tony taught 5th grade in Omaha for 6 years. He helped teachers learn many of the new technologies and use them in their classrooms. Tony compiled all that he knows about technology into this very useful site. In his recent blog, he has the DO’s and DON’Ts of using iPod Touches in the classroom. There are so many things on this website that will help teachers and future educators in using and finding out about new technologies in the classroom. Take a look if you get a chance!!

When I researched about Duke University using iPods, I found this report:
http://cit.duke.edu/pdf/reports/ipod_initiative_04_05.pdf
This report is a summary of the first year that Duke introduced using iPods in instruction. The reports states that, “the iPod increased the frequency and depth of student interaction with audio course content through portable and flexible access offered by the iPod.” It also stated that there was, “Greater student engagement and interest in class discussions, labs, field research, and independent projects.” This very informative report included statistics, other benefits, comments, and specific class applications. It seemed as though students were more engaged in their classes. After reading some of the comments on this report, some of the students found that being able to record lectures and group activities helped them to better their understanding of the course. I really enjoyed this article. This article just proves that by using iPods and other technologies in instruction not only benefits the students but also the faculty.