Middle School iPad Pilot a Success, May Expand Next Year
School officials are considering expanding the pilot to the entire eighth grade next year, with the cost incurred by the families.
The iPad pilot program at Blake Middle School is going so well, that all eighth grade students may have the devices next year. At the Jan. 14, 2013, meeting of the Medfield School Committee, students and teachers from eighth grade Stars cluster demonstrated how the iPad has enhanced their educational experience. "The iPad pilot is meant to enhance student learning...It's been great," said Principal Nat Vaughn. "Why the iPad? For flexibility, portability, and engagement." The program teaches the students organization, use of digital presentation and learning tools, collaboration skills, communication skills between teachers and students, and fluid adaptation between learning and "do," Vaughn told the school committee. "This is their …
