iPad Pilot Initiative
“This initiative was created to provide Faculty an opportunity to:
Research what advantages and disadvantages iPads offer to teaching and learning
Identify what apps are available in their field, and how using them in the classroom will impact the teaching curriculum
Reflect about the impact of mobile learning on student learning
This initiative was designed to be faculty driven; where faculty members worked in teams, participated in group discussions, and received some funding to purchase apps. Noteworthy, the tendency throughout the two cohorts was to find free apps for the most part.
The outcomes from this initiative are remarkable, especially because some of these were not planned:
From the individual point of view, this initiative was a catalyst for technology adoption and productivity improvement.
From the academic point of view, it provided a space to reflect about current teaching approach and an opportunity to enhance pedagogy and increase student engagement.
From the institutional point of view, it is helping Administration to make an informed decision with respect to acquiring the appropriate mobile learning resources.”
