Thing 1: Blogging

This year I am an instructional technology resource teacher supporting K-8 colleagues in the Rochester City School District. I've gotten this assignment because I like using technology and I see how it can be a powerful tool for teachers to get students engaged in learning. The thing I most like about teaching is that there is always something new to learn. The name of this program -- Cool Tools for School -- immediately piqued my curiosity. I'm always looking for ways to get my students excited about learning so my first impulse was sign me up; I want to know about this! A glance at the topics confirmed that I'd be learning about subjects I needed to understand in my new position. For example, I knew nothing about starting a blog before this assignment and now I have one started!

iPads in K-2

Are you a K-2 teacher using iPads on your classroom? What apps do you have access to for your students? Have you found any particular apps to be better than others in terms of meeting student needs in an engaging way and being easy for students to use independently?