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 * __Assignment 5:__**

I have enjoyed learning both how to do the Wiki information as well as my iTouch. I see how using the podcasts would be very beneficial for taking tests within the classroom and allowing students to take a test at their own speed while I walk around and help those who are confused or having a problem. Podcasts can also help with instructions for the Reading and Math Centers we are required to have during the day. I also think the use of podcasts to let parents hear programs they missed due to various reasons will allow the parent to be more involved with their child's education. Creating podcasts for parents could be used in a number of areas such as seeing their child perform in a school program, reading books like the child did in assignment 4A, or just to show off a new skill.

Using the apps to help improve the students' skills is another way I may use my iTouch. The apps that I may use have been briefly explained in assignment 3. Children learn best through play. Having learning games that would help a child practice a skill we are learning may help to reach the struggling student that would otherwise not understand or never connect. It also would help the child who does understand the skill to be more confident.

For me, personally, I'm already having a lot of fun with my iTouch in a number of ways. Using the apps, I'm being more diligent in keeping tabs on my health (blood pressure & diabetes), the games are a fun way to entertain myself, and having my music in a slimmer iPod that what I usually use is nice too. I also can check on the weather and other items without needing to wait for the news to be on the television which is nice. I still watch the Teacher 2.0 podcasts for some information in technology. I'm also keeping an eye on a few craft podcasts to keep abreast of a few ideas I hope to do this summer. Recently, I've been starting to check out You Tubes, which I have heard about but never looked into until now. I'm not sure I will ever catch up to my nieces with their iPods, but I at least now know more than I did and understand what they are saying at times.