Please download the apps listed. They are all free!

My name is Erin and I am from Las Vegas. I was a K-5 teacher for 8 years before leaving the classroom to work with teachers to integrate tech in the classroom. I did that for a little more than 2 years before moving here to work at the Office of Distance Education and E-Learning. I am still working with teachers on integrating tech!

Different mobile devices can be used and found in schools. It all depends on the school you teach at and the funding that is available. It's important to be prepared for too much tech or no tech at all. Most importantly, start small. The purpose is to improve your instruction and their learning with technology.

There are a million and one practice apps. And probably still more. Apps can take over your classroom if you let them. At an EC level, practice apps can be valuable, but only for a very limited time. Memorization is only a small part of the learning process. Don't let the variety of apps over run your mobile devices.

The best way to learn is to teach. A fantastic way to teach is to create content. Have your students create content. Creation apps will be invaluable to you as you start to integrate tech into your classroom.

Create something!

The timer is set for 5 minutes. Think of something you love and create something that will share that information.

Just like for your students there is an entire world of resources available to you through technology now. Here are a couple that are my particular favorites.

Teach Thought: http://www.teachthought.com/apps-2/30-of-the-best-education-games-for-ipad/

Free Tech 4 Teachers: http://ipadapps4school.com/2015/02/09/letter-way-a-fun-game-to-practice-rec...

Common Sense Media - Graphite:
https://www.graphite.org/top-picks/10-great-apps-for-elementary

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If you have any questions, please ask or you can always email me.

Thank you!