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Although I tend to agree with research, I believe a good management system would solve these issues.

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While I do agree that children should learn to use a laptop, iPads do have their place in the classroom.  I am conflicted when they say, "Students seemed to share the same perspective, according to the Sun Journal. One wrote "WE NEED LAPTOPS!!!" three times in the study. Another said that iPads are "easier to play games on and get addicted to."
Depending on teacher training and their comfort level, iPads can be an effective tool. I have seen in my own school how teachers use iPads the same way as laptops- and be just as productive. It all begins with effective teacher training.

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The idea that different tech for different grades makes sense to me. However, as an "Early Childhood person", I feel that all children should start and finish on Laptops. Ipads tend to be used for games, netflix, and other basic things, which are great, however, the ability to type on a "real keyboard", is important for the students. However, if you are trained in any type of tech, then you would be able to use your tech. in the proper ways.

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Something that stood out to me the most was: "The iPads are largely students' gaming devices...iPads are easier to play games on and get addicted to."  I myself find that I primarily use my iPad to play games/puzzles or watch videos.  When doing research or written work I prefer the laptop, but perhaps this is simply because of comfort.

I question how we can provide the training teachers may need when it comes to using iPads in place of lap tops.

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Two beliefs that stood out for me were:
"Ipads have shortcomings for older students."
"Choosing the right digital learning device for each specific grade...effectively integrated into the classroom."
I am aware that most programs we use with a laptop need to be downloaded as an app for the Ipads. Once these apps are available to the students they can pretty much work on them as if they were on the laptop. Additionally, I do believe that we need to be aware and knowledgeable about the different programs and apps available for students. In this manner we can effectively blend our instruction.
Claudia

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I originally had the same opinion - students relate Ipads to games.However, after visiting the Mineola School District and witnessing School For One, where every student uses an Ipad in every class, since 3rd grade, I see how successful a school-wide Ipad program can be. The success of this program, however, required teachers to be completely on board to switch to a digital classroom and receive lots of training.
Jessica

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What stood out most to me was the idea that "iPads have shortcomings for older students". This stood out because I believe that both iPads and laptops can be beneficial in the classroom if the teacher sets expectations for the use of this technology in the classroom. With the proper training, teachers can use iPads to engage students in learning and hopefully enhance their understanding  of various concepts.

Sonya Scott

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Beverly
There needs to be more "hands-on" training for teachers using the iPads.

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Article #2- Trading in...
I wonder what the process is for trading iPads in for newer/ different devices.

I agree with the findings showing that Laptops are more academic stimulating than iPads.

Anthony

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Article 2- what stood out to me how choosing the right device at the grade level can make a difference, for example, the older students using the laptops. I also wonder what would be the process to trade in iPads if needed. If we live in a technological age, shouldn't laptops be more accessible to lower elementary students as well then, so they can learn to code and program.

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Most scholars use their iPads to play games verses using them for educational purposes. Teachers need to learn how to incorporate iPads into the classroom for learning purposes and take home learning oppportunities! We should have an iPad cart in classrooms for students to learn on. -Cristina

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Ipads are viewed by instructors and students as a toy opposed to an instructional tool.  There needs to be more training to properly equip instructors on the proper use of Ipads.

Gerald

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Many teachers prefer using laptops and view ipads as gaming devices. Schools are opting out of ipad initiatives because of technical glitches and improper planning/training.

Last year, my students LOVED using the ipads for online reading (MyON) and educational games during reading centers. I'd love to learn to use them in math centers as well!

Kathryn

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I believe that laptops serve the better than the ipads because the students constantly are playing games on the ipads. my students read novels though with their ipads doing MYOn but they are constantly digressing to other sites. 

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I believe that laptops serve the better than the ipads because the students constantly are playing games on the ipads. my students read novels though with their ipads doing MYOn but they are constantly digressing to other sites. 

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Anita