I think that in some ways we can underestimate the ability of a simple tool like an i pad in the classroom that if we can't use it one specific way then it can't be used. I learned that there is so much more I could use it for. I can use keynote to make presentations, that are interactive for the students. I can use Numbers to use to keep track of my students how they are progressing and see patterns of decline before they are too far gone. this also opens the door for creative exploration on the part of the students as i mentioned before the Garage band would allow me to integrate music but also the photo editing abilities would allow the students to engage in projects that deal with finding shapes in the world and use the editing to highlight those aspects. Being an ipad certified teacher gives more more than just a blackboard or whiteboard to work with it gives me unlimited capabilities.
