Physics I-Pod Review

Using IFlipr, my Academic Physics classes used the I-Pod touches to review their vocabulary, equations and units for equations. This was the first time they were able to used them. Each student was given a worksheet, when a word, equation or unit appeared they were to write their initial thoughts, then check the true meaning of the word, equation or unit. My initial intentions for the I-pods were to provide Pod-cast lessons for students that needed to hear the lecture again, were absent for the original lesson, assigned to ISS or DAEP. Implementing that plan is taking longer than I anticipated due to timing in my schedule. I have now scheduled two days of the holiday break to create several pod-cast lessons. (Let's hope that goes well). As for the review, comments from the students were:
- "I enjoyed using them."
- "I could review at my own pace. Which was easier for me."
- "I prefer the lecture review. However, it did help."
- "Ms. Wilkes, can we take a quiz on the I-Pod touches."
- "It was cool! It was easier than using paper reviews."

Perhaps, my second semester plans will go well. I have several students that are willing to help me create pod-cast lessons using Garage-Band. They are very patient and excited by the chance to help the teacher and the class.