The+Beginning


 * Self Start -Banner App: Welcome and instructions for self start [[image:ischoolinfo/Screen_shot_2011-01-10_at_3.24.42_PM.png width="66" height="61" link="http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ibanner-hd-for-ipad-led-scrolling/id365602542?mt=8"]]


 * iPrompt [[image:ischoolinfo/iPrompt.png align="left" link="@http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/i-prompt/id336844826?mt=8"]]
 * Please stand when your name appears on the screen. Quickly share your school and grade level when you stand.
 * See how many people you can name in the group after we're done.

Granite iSchool Project Overview

 * Overview of the history behind the iSchool Initiative
 * The Granite iSchool Project
 * Equipment (final list of who needs document cameras)
 * iSchool Info Wiki: ischoolinfo.wikispaces.com

Purpose of Session
The iSchool introductory session will create the foundation for iPod Touch classroom use. The introductory session will focus on understanding the basic iPad / iPod Touch functions, the importance of iTunes in the sync process, and will provide opportunity for application exploration.

Session Objectives

 * Understand the history and goals of the Granite iSchool Project.
 * Learn basic functions of the iPad / iPod Touch and iTunes program.
 * Explore personal applications in a number of categories.

iPad Overview

 * Open your iPad! Place it in the cover.
 * Settings - setup the wireless and email
 * Forms
 * Equipment Loan
 * Sign Gift Card Sheet/log into iTunes account and redeem card
 * Learn basic functions of the iPad - iPad Manual
 * Functions in the new OS: multitasking, rotation and lock feature, mute, folders
 * Review pre-installed Apps on the iPod Touch (Safari, notes, keyboarding, App Store, iTunes, iPod)

** iTunes Overview **

 * iTunes A-Z @http://www.apple.com/itunes/features/
 * Navigating the iTunes Interface

** Application Introduction **

 * Download an app on your iPad
 * Searching on iTunes
 * Downloading using the iPad
 * Games and Fun
 * Click on the Games & Fun link on the left side of the wiki
 * Download some free game apps to your iPad
 * Snowball Activity -
 * Write your favorite game on a sheet of paper and then crumple it up and throw it
 * Pick up a snowball (not your own) and download the game listed on that paper and play it.

** Application Exploration **

 * App Categories: Music, Video and Photography, Health and Fitness, Cooking, Shopping, etc.
 * Exploration time
 * In groups of 4, share a favorite/interesting App that you found tonight

** Closing **

 * Requirements before the next training session:
 * Integrate the iPad into your daily life
 * Use your iPad to send an email
 * Upload a CD to iTunes and sync it to your iPad
 * Become an expert on an App and be prepared to share it with the group.
 * Sync your iPad before you come to the next training.