30 reasons to use iPods in the classroom

I have been using iPod Touch with 34 year 7 pupils for 30 days and have 30 great things to say about our learning.

Pupils deserve the best technology
Pupils need access to their technology 24/7
Pupils are good at using this technology
iPods work
iPods are durable
iPods are beautiful
The work pupils produce on iPods is beautiful
Pupils know they have a top quality device and they treat it with respect
Pupils can record their own voice
Pupils can take photos
Pupils can take video
Pupils can access the Internet
Pupils can send and receive email
Pupils can write text
Pupils can use pictures
Pupils can make presentations
Pupils can organise themselves with calendars
Pupils can read books
Pupils can record themselves reading books
Pupils can make blogs
Pupils can join forums
Pupils can participate in wikis
Teachers can provide pupils with resources in many different file types
Pupils can message pupils
Pupils can play games to learn
Pupils can play games for fun
Pupils can access content
It's cheaper than text books
It's cheaper than a PC
It's engaging, enjoyable and challenging for pupils and teacher