Applications and tools on the iPad offer excellent opportunities to support and boost learning in the classroom. In this hands-on session, educators will “make & take” as the presenter examines several applications for the iPad and shares ways to use them across the curriculum with students of all abilities, to improve student performance and understanding of concepts. Learn to incorporate iPads in the classroom through the use of free applications, iTunes U, Audiobooks, and more.

Jenna Linskens is a full-time instructor for the Educational Technology Department in the School of Education at Marian University. Primary classes she teaches include: Integrating iPads in the Classroom, Action Research, Online Learning, Using iPods in the Classroom, and E-Portfolio. Linskens is currently earning her Ed.D. from Northcentral University with a focus on Technology and E-Learning. She has also presented for staff development on topics including: Effective use of iPads, iPods, Podcasting, Web 2.0 Tools (incl. Social Media, Wikis, and Blogs), and SMARTboards.