• IPods are changing the way students learn.green mp3 player image by patrimonio designs from Fotolia.com
  
  IPods have not only revolutionized the way we listen to music, but also the way we engage in the classroom. IPods have gained a place in today's classroom as technology becomes more and more essential to the educational curriculum.
  
  

IPods and Teachers

• Missed work is a thing of the past.julia image by dani kreienb??hl from Fotolia.com
  
  When teachers are not executing engaging lessons or creating outstanding lesson plans, they are typically in meetings. Using an Ipod to record meetings allows the teacher to be present and fully engaged in discussions with colleagues and administrators. In addition, they'll also have the ability to play back the recordings as necessary for notes or information missed.
  
  One challenge many teachers face is keeping absent students abreast of missed information. Using an iPod to record lectures and file audio-visual that went with the lesson is a viable solution to the problem. Students can then use the iPod to catch up on all missed information upon their return.
  
  

IPod Usage for Students

• Students are more engaged with iPods.vacation study 8 image by Paul Moore from Fotolia.com
  
  One way to increase oral reading skills in younger students is by having them listen to themselves reading aloud. Students can use iPods to record their oral readings and then play the recording to critique themselves and gain a better understanding of where they need to improve.
  
  IPods serve as a creative study aid. Flashcards can be created and uploaded to the Ipod for ease of organization and in order to have all study material in one place.
  
  

School-wide Usage

• Many schools have implemented exercise and nutrition programs to encourage students, faculty and staff to adopt a healthier lifestyle. IPods are used to count calories, keep track of fitness activities, as well as fitness goals.
  
  Teachers and students can make podcasts to serve as supplements to lessons or as projects for a specific content area. Podcasts allow for greater creativity, and the use of music and content are merged.