Mobile devices in learning
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Draw a table with three mobile devices: smartphone, tablet and e-reader. Write one job each does best.
Smartphone: calls; tablet: drawing or videos; e-reader: reading books.
2
Write one good way and one poor way to use a mobile device at home for homework.
Answers differ. Good: look up one fact with a grown-up. Poor: play games instead.
3
Ask a family member what rule they use at home for devices. Write it and say if you agree.
Answers differ.
4
Do you think the good points of mobile devices outweigh the bad? Write three sentences with reasons.
Answers differ. Check that there is an opinion and at least one reason.
5
Design an app idea for a child who cannot speak. Draw three picture buttons and write what the device says for each.
Answers differ. For example: water, toilet, thank you.