I'd like to try a little persuasive writing challenge - here's the topic:
Should iPods (or other mp3 type players) be allowed in class? Why or Why Not?
Your job is to try to convince me of practical, constructive, educational reasons to allow iPods. Or the reverse. Be specific! When should they be allowed, and when shouldn't they? For what purposes? Is there research backing up your opinions? Please cite at least two different sources with examples of positive educational uses of iPods in class, or conversely, problems related to their use.
If you can convince me with enough evidence and examples, I may try it - so be persuasive and back up your talk with sources!
Maggie Wolfe Riley
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One word: PODCASTS!
There are a lot of educational podcasts available which could be enriching for students. Here's one called "Science on the Wild Side":
http://www.epnweb.org/index.php?request_id=556&openpod=9#anchor9
Using iPods in the Classroom Promotes Interactive Learning and More Effective Studying:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/230656/using_ipods_in_the_classroom_promotes.html
100 Ways to Use Your iPod to Learn and Study Better:
http://oedb.org/library/beginning-online-learning/100-ways-to-use-your-ipod-to-learn-and-study-better
iTunes U — a powerful distribution system for everything from lectures to language lessons, films to labs, audiobooks to tours — is an innovative way to get educational content into the hands of students:
http://www.apple.com/education/itunes-u/
Here are some other ways they could be used in a slideshow:
http://www.slideshare.net/gpoli/an-ipod-in-your-classroom-toolbox-presentation-736951
I think these sites speak for themselves!
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