Last year, I did an evaluation of an Ipad App as part of my ILE@RN with Mobile Devices - Ipad 2 course several months ago using an evaluation proforma created by Kathy Schrock.
It has been updated. You can now evaluate how the app helps meet educational outcomes in your state or area (NSW BOSTES, National Curriculum etc).
Showing posts with label App Evaluation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label App Evaluation. Show all posts
Wednesday, July 9, 2014
Sunday, April 6, 2014
App Evaluations - Postscript
Back in December, I had the chance to learn and apply Kathy Schrock's model for evaluating web apps for the purposes of education and teaching.
Recently I was asked at school to nominate relevant apps that were to be installed onto a set of Ipad's that were recently acquired by the school.
The Ipad arrived preloaded with the apps that had been selected by the school's IT department. Using the model, I was able to evaluate and recommend apps to my head of department. There were a number of apps that under the model that did not meet educational requirements. The model made my evaluation quite easy and quick.
What helped me too, was the completion of the IPad course that was provided by the CEO Sydney aided in my nomination of apps. There were some apps that were not featured, and I had some of them nominated and included.
In the end, it meant we were able to have the Ipads installed with relevant apps. Three of the Ipad's are now in our library which can be used by the students.
Recently I was asked at school to nominate relevant apps that were to be installed onto a set of Ipad's that were recently acquired by the school.
The Ipad arrived preloaded with the apps that had been selected by the school's IT department. Using the model, I was able to evaluate and recommend apps to my head of department. There were a number of apps that under the model that did not meet educational requirements. The model made my evaluation quite easy and quick.
What helped me too, was the completion of the IPad course that was provided by the CEO Sydney aided in my nomination of apps. There were some apps that were not featured, and I had some of them nominated and included.
In the end, it meant we were able to have the Ipads installed with relevant apps. Three of the Ipad's are now in our library which can be used by the students.
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
CEO Sydney ILe@rn with Mobile Devices - Ipad 2 - Module 3
This entry is being done on the Ipad which is already jumping a step ahead with the next module. I'll reflect on that a little later.
For my evaluation of an app, I have decided to evaluate Popplet. I have included a copy of the evaluation for your viewing.
My scan will includes my evaluation and suitability for the app. The limitations of Ipads do let the app down at the moment. I do see potential once such updates to software to support the app are done. Because of these limitations, it has hard to access relevant support pages which cannot be viewed on an Ipad at this stage.
Learning wise, it does have potential for classroom learning and as a Teacher Librarian would recommend it across any Key Learning Area.
Within the context of the ILe@rn framework, I chose the app because it supports the development of Information Literacy Skills (ILS) relating to the communication of information. Within the framework it addresses communication and collaboration skills through communicating ideas (brainstorming notes). This includes mind mapping, which requires the student to complete notes in their own words to communicate their understanding of the ideas and/or concepts. It can be done either individually or in collaboration with their peers. It also supports critical thinking as mind mapping requires the student to identify linkages and relationships with the content that has been learned. As a teacher it allows me to assess student understanding of content as through use of the app they are communicating their own ideas.