Monday, June 2, 2014

App smashing

     Have you ever thought about allowing your students to combine multiple apps together to create a presentation? If you have access to iPads, it's easier than ever before with the synthesis of Google Drive and numerous other ways to share through social networks. Anything that can be created and saved to the camera roll can be pulled into iMovie. This provides the opportunity to smash the apps together into a single project or presentation. If you are new to app smashing, then take a look at this video to get an idea of what it's all about.

Introduction to App-smashing

     Need some ideas to get started? Take a look at the link below to see how others are combining apps to create creative and critical thinking opportunities for their students.

Five App Smashing Ideas for Your Classroom

     If you still aren't to sure about app smashing, then I encourage you to combine some apps to create a flipped lesson for your students. I think you will find that app-smashing engages your learners and fosters collaboration, and communication while providing opportunities to develop digital skills! So, what are you waiting for? Consider how app smashing can be used in your teaching and learning today!