September 27, 2016

So You Have an iPad......Now What?

Brrrrrr.....What a change in the weather!!  Fall most definitely arrived this weekend.  The leaves are still green, but the red on the thermometer is dropping.  We may still have a couple of warm days, but the early morning will very consistently be chilly for sure.  I have been wondering if the drought conditions this summer would impact the fall foliage show.  See what New England Today has to say about "Leaf Peeping" in New England.

By the time you read this, you should have your iPad which means you should have it with you right now.  We are going to take a look at your devices, do some organizing, and do some reviewing.   I hope the experience so far has been positive.  This is the first time we have used this MDM (multi device management system.)  I would like to know what your first impressions are about the process.
We will put your apps in some folders and get your iPads ready to roll.  We will end class by using one of the shortcuts on your iPads.  I wonder if you can figure out which one?!!!  I have also created a Kahoot iPad review for us to work on together.

You will work on a pre-assessment during class two this week (except for my Monday peeps!!)
You will take the first part of the 21st Century Skills Assessment.  It is a pretest. This will not be a content grade on your report card, but it is very important.  Please take your time and read each question carefully.  It should take you the entire class to finish.  If you do not finish by the end of the period, don't worry.  If you should be done before the bell I expect you to sit quietly and read.

Please use the resource link below to get you to the site.  If you have any trouble logging in, please raise your hand and I will come over to help you.

I would like to repeat; this will not appear on your report cards.  There was no study guide and I did not want you studying for this.  This is a baseline; showing me where you all are right now.  It will help me plan for our year so you are ready to take this assessment again in June.  Take a deep breath and do your best!!!

Please click on this link:  21st Century Skills Assessment Resource  

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