Device Apps Instructor Name, Position Workshop Date

Housekeeping Device Apps

Windows 8 Overview

Desktop to Metro Home Button

Metro Environment Swipes SWIPE RIGHT Switch between applications SWIPE UP Application Options SWIPE DOWN Close Applications SWIPE LEFT Charms

Click to search for applications… or from the Metro Screen, just start typing! Finding Programs

Save that App 1 Right-Click

Save that App 2 Right-Click

19 Device Apps My Role:  Introduce the app  Cover the basic features  Answer questions Your Role:  Open the app if available  Briefly explore  Think of instructional connections  Ask questions

 Basic text notes with simple formatting through keyboard shortcuts.  Can change colors of the notes by right-clicking.  Saved on the desktop for users.

 Basic screenshot tool.  Rectangular, freeform, or window capture.  Basic annotation with pen or highlighter  Screenshots can be copied or saved.

 Includes standard and scientific calculator.  Also includes a units conversion tool.

 Solves complex and simple equations step-by-step.  Includes graphing calculator.

 Stretch bands around the pegs.  Includes ability to rotate, add grid, fill shapes, etc.  Screenshot can be used to save work.

 Take pictures or videos with built-in camera.  Includes basic editing tools.  Scroll from left to right to view camera roll.  Camera roll is also available in the Pictures folder.  Swipe up for options.

 Basic video capture and editing for short videos (60 seconds or less)  Music tracks and captions can be added.  Finished movies are saved to the Pictures folder.

 Basic audio recording and editing.  Finished recordings are saved in a program folder. See directions on our wiki for “Finding Your Audio Files.”

 Similar to PhotoStory, Wixie, or PowerPoint using pictures, captions, music, and narration.  Photos and audio need to already be saved to a folder, narration can be recorded in the app.  No transitions/animations.  Export the story as a Kids Story Builder file or a PowerPoint show.  Limit of three stories and 30 slides

 Painting app complete with realistic tools, palette, and effects.  Turn photos into paintings.  Save files onto computer (Pictures folder) or Print.  Coloring pages and activities are not available because of filter.

 Create games via a simple visual programming language.  Additional resources online include classroom toolkits, tutorials, challenges, and community creations.  Best for ages 8 and up.

 Access the standards anytime, anywhere.  Includes resources for understanding the standards.  Pin a specific standard set to the start screen by right-clicking or swiping up.

 Basic map tool.  Satellite, road, and traffic maps available.  Sites can be searched for and pinned.  Can retrieve directions.

 Includes stock market data and financial news.  Also includes a currency converter, mortgage calculator, and other financial tools.

 World news (from reputable sources, but not filtered).  News sources and categories can be selected by the individual user.

 Weather forecast for searchable locations.  Also includes maps and historic temperature and daylight data.  World weather map gives a quick snapshot around the world.

 Reads word aloud.  Includes definition, synonyms, and usage.  Features word of the day, quote of the day, article of the day, this day in history, today’s holiday, today’s birthday, and vocabulary games.  Sources include dictionary, thesaurus, encyclopedia, and translation.  Words can be bookmarked.

 Scan QR codes.  Create QR codes for basic text, URLs, address, or social media by swiping up from bottom.

 Set alarms, timers, and stopwatches.  Multiple alarms and timers can be going at once.

App Smashing! “Spin” the randomizers and generate a scenario for how all three would be used in a lesson! (You must click “Randomize” on each one. No cheating!)

Lesson Seed or Activity How could you use one or more of these apps to enhance your lesson(s)? Where would it fall on the SAMR scale? How would it address 21 st Century Learning skills?

Thank you!  DLU Reflections due ______ to  Please complete the evaluation in 24 hours  me anytime!