#28: Saving Big Money with iPads and Google Classroom

Kyle Taylor @kyletaylor13 and his school have implemented iPads with Google Classroom and are saving half (yes, half) of what it previously cost to set up a classroom with technology. For Wonderful Wednesday we learn all about their decision making process and how teachers are using iPads and Google classroom to teach. Today we discuss: How to create an optimal learning environment with Google Classroom Why the Ipads are well suited for creation How the work flows from creation to Google Classroom Why teachers are excited to be able to share videos and lessons with one another in Kyle's very large school. How Kyle calculates the cost savings for setting up a classroom at half what it was previously. A full transcript of this show and the show notes are available at www.coolcatteacher.com/podcast as well as details on entering this month’s giveaway contests. Kyle also shares his implementation guide. Kyle's bio: Currently an Instructional Technology Coordinator for Arlington Public Schools in Virginia where I support, assist, plan classroom lessons and provide technology coaching for teachers and students. This is my 7th year as an ITC, I previously taught Geography at a community college in my home state of Massachusetts. I am passionate about teamwork, collaboration, and the important role that technology plays in exciting learners to be creative.