iPad/iPhone Keyboard Hacks

Mr P has a series of videos with some quick tips and hacks to make sure you make the most of your iPad/iPhone. These hacks aim to make sure you can save precious seconds when typing and using you iPad keyboard. 

Using the LiVE TEXT Feature on the iPad Camera

With newer models updated to the latest iOS, the Live Text feature is a must for classrooms. As the video demonstrates the camera can capture text which can then be read aloud to support children in class.

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​IPAD ACCESSIBILITY TOOLS TO SUPPORT LEARNERS

In this video, Mr P explores some of the built in accessibility tools available on an iPad to support children with a focus on accessing texts in class.

ios 15 tips - Live Text

In this short series of videos, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new additions to iOS 15. The first video looks at Live Text, which can be a fantastic tool in the classroom.

IOS 15 TIPS - QUICK NOTES

In this short series of videos, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new additions to iOS 15. This next video explore how teachers can quickly and easily note down ideas to help them in the classroom.

IOS 15 TIPS - multitasking on ipad

In this short series of videos, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new additions to iOS 15. This next video explore how teachers can work more efficiently on their iPad by multitasking.

IOS 15 TIPS - SAFARI TABS TO ORGANISE

In this short series of videos, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new additions to iOS 15. This next video explore how teachers can work more efficiently on their iPad by multitasking.

IOS 15 TIPS - STAYING ORGANISED WITH CALENDAR AND REMINDERS

In this short series of videos, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new additions to iOS 15. This next video explore how teachers can work more efficiently on their iPad by multitasking.

Scribble Feature on iPad

With the latest iOS update, your Apple Pencil can do this...

TOP TIPS FOR IOS14

In this video, Mr Tullock shares some of the best new updates to iOS14.

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GREAT FIRE OF LONDON IDEA 5 - APPLE MAPS FLYOVER OF LONDON

Here is the next video in the series linked to the Great Fire of London. 

In this video, pupils use Apple Maps to explore the main landmarks of London using the flyover feature. Adding the ability to screen record means the pupils can then record a video of everything they explore.

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PLANTS IDEA 2 - LABELLING PLANT

Here is the next video in a new series linked to the Science topic of Plants. We have tried to cover ideas from the KS1 Science curriculum and Year 3 Science curriculum. 

In this next idea linked with KS1, we look at labelling the plants we found on our hunt.

THE MAYANS IDEA 6 - APPLE MAPS FLYOVER

Here is the next idea in the series linked to the KS2 History topic of the Mayans. In this next idea, pupils do a flyover of significant Mayan ruins to look at some key features and discuss what the buildings were used for.

YEAR 2 - LIVING THINGS AND THEIR HABITATS IDEA 5 - OUR HABITAT

​Here is the next idea in the series linked to the Year 2 Science topic - Living Things and Their Habitats.

In this video, we look at the habitat that we live in.

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DIGITAL AVATARS IDEA 2 - ANIMOJI

Here is the next idea in this series looking at creating, using and embedding digital avatars to support learning in class.

In this next video, we look at using the Animoji tool. This will only work on Apple devices that have Face ID. If you don't have a device, don't worry as there are more ideas on the way.

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DIGITAL AVATARS IDEA 1 - CREATING AN MEMOJI

I have had a number of teachers wanting to create online lessons but not wanting to be on screen. I have put together this series of videos looking at different ways to create, use and embed digital avatars to support learning.

In this first video, we look at creating a memoji on Apple Devices. This will only work on Apple Devices updated to the latest iOS.

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UPPER KS2 GEOGRAPHY IDEA 1 - HUMAN GEOGRAPHY

​Here is the first in a new series of videos looking at Geography in Upper KS2. These brilliant videos come courtesy of Mr Tullock and again showcase the incredible potential of creative technology to enhance learning. These ideas are not to be followed as a scheme of work but to be dipped into alongside other work done in exercise books.

In this first video, Mr Tullock looks at exploring human geography and the different features of a local area and how learners can demonstrate their learning.

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GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 1 - Home Screen, Control Center and Display Settings

Here is the first in a new series of videos from Mr Tullock. In this series, he will be exploring all the best tips and tricks for how you can get the most from your iPad. In particular with the latest iOS 13. This video will hopefully inform you on ways to use your iPad and help you work smarter, not harder.

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MAKING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 2 - MULTITASKING!

Here is the next in the latest series from Mr Tullock. In this series of videos he is exploring how to make the most from your iPad. In this video, he explores all the multitasking tools to help you work smarter not harder.

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MAKING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 3 - SAFARI

Here is video number 3 in the series from Mr Tullock looking at how to make the most from your iPad.
In this video, he explores all the different tips and tricks when using safari, Apple's web browser on the iPad.

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MAKING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 4 - FILES

Here is video from Mr Tullock in his series looking at making the most from your iPad.
In this video, he explores the files app which can be a great way to store and share files between devices. All explained in this video.

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MAKE THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 5 - PRODUCTIVITY

Here is idea 5 in the series from Mr Tullock looking at how to make the most from your iPad. In this video, Mr T looks at ways to increase productivity to help you work smarter not harder with your device.

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MAKING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 6 - NOTES

Here is the last video in this series from Mr Tullock looking at how to make the most from your iPad. In this video, he looks at all the great ways to use the notes app. With so many impressive additions, this can become such a useful tool to use as a teacher.

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Idea 5 - Editing Photos to create different effects

Mr Tullock is back with idea number 5 in the series looking at Digital Art through Photography. In this video, he explores some of the editing tools available in the iPad camera and how these can be utilised to add some great effects to pictures.

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Idea 2 - Introduction to camera Settings and Framing Shots

Here is idea 2 in the series looking at Digital Art through Photography courtesy of Mr Tullock. In this video, Mr Tullock looks at the camera settings on the iPad and shares some great tips on how best to frame photos.

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IDEA 1 - ORGANISING ALBUMS AND PORTFOLIOS

Here is the first video in a new series looking at Digital Art through Photography courtesy of Mr Tullock. In this first video, Mr Tullock explores how to organise pictures into albums and create portfolios using different apps.

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Save Time Report Writing with Dictation

If you're at a school who isn't yet ready to move forward when it comes to end of year reports which I discussed here - save-time-writing-reports-with-dictation.html. There are still ways in which technology can save us time if we have to continue to write reports. Mr Tullock shares how to use the iPad dictation tool to help teachers during this time consuming and stressful time of the year!
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story mapping through emojis

Here is another useful way to use emojis in class. If, like me, your handwriting and drawing skills are questionable, emojis can be a great way to visualise storytelling and new features make it even easier to add emojis to stories and plans. ​

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Mr Tullock explores the Speech accessibility tool on your iPad

​To ensure you are getting the most from your subscription, I have brought Paul Tullock on board, a classroom teacher and ADE, who has some great ideas for supporting children of all abilities with technology. He will be creating weekly videos that will give you more ideas and inspiration to make the most from technology inn your school.

His first video looks at using the speech features to support children so they can access text. This is something I use a lot with my own children who have recently been tested as dyslexic. It has really helped them access more of the curriculum.

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Mr Tullock's Guide to Apple Classroom

If you have ever wondered whether there is a way to monitor and control all of your student's devices, the answer is YES!
This video from Mr Tullock gives you a comprehensive guide to Apple Classroom.

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Improving Productivity through the Multi-screen option

If you have the latest iOS on your iPad, the multi-screen option is a great tool as demonstrated in this video. It can really help your pupils be more productive with lots of tasks.

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How to lock an iPad into an app

If you’ve ever wondered if you can lock an iPad in a specific app so you can leave it as an independent activity without worrying about children coming out of the app and going on something else, this video explains how to do it.

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How to mirror your ipad to your computer/laptop

A step by step tutorial for how you can mirror your iPad screen to your computer screen whether it is a Mac or Windows PC/Laptop.

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Mr Tullock explores the dictation tool 

Another exclusive post for #supporters! Mr Tullock explores the dictation tool on the iPad and demonstrates how this can support all children with their learning.

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Mr TUllock Explores Safari Reader

How to use safari reader when researching on an iPad. A brilliant tool that focuses on the content of the website and not pesky advert or links.
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10 Ways to use Siri in Class

Here are 10 ways in which you can utilise the Siri tool on your iPad or Macbook in class. If you don't have an iPad, most of these ideas work with an Alexa or Google Home.

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Text Shortcuts on your Apple device

When you are using your device to email, tweet, post etc it can be time-consuming and tedious to always type our your email, hashtags or whatever it might be. Save a bit of time by using this quick little tip!

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Using the screen recording tool on your iPad

Here's this week's CPD video, teaching all you wonderful supporters how to use the screen recording tool on your iPad. These was a feature added to iOS11 so you will need to make sure your iPad is updated before giving this a go.

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How to use Airdrop to share content

Some weekend CPD for you wonderful people! A subscriber messaged asking for the easiest way to share pictures, videos and documents between devices. This video will explain how to do that through Airdrop. This feature is only available on Apple products - Macs and iPads. ​

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