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The purpose of this teacher workbook is to simplify the process of integrating mobile technology (smartphones, Android devices, iOS devices, etc.) into teaching and learning. This is the “Last Backpack Generation”—the last generation of students who will need to carry backpacks to school. In the future, much of the information students interact with will be via a mobile device (primarily their phone) as opposed to a physical textbook, worksheet, or library research article. This workbook is intended to help with the process of implementing these resources in a strategic way so that teaching remains about pedagogy, not about technology. Therefore, the workbook is divided into four unique, practical sections.

The Basics of Teaching With Technology section will arm you with the practical know-how for managing multiple mobile devices in your classroom. The Basics of Devices digs into what you need to know about mobile technology in order to maximize it for student learning.

The Strategies section will focus on strategies for implementation with dozens of practical examples. While we do share many specific tools, our aim is to provide proven strategies for learning. This is done by focusing on the categories of simple tools first—for example, video and pictures—that can have a major impact on learning.

The Lesson Planning section will focus on schedules, lesson plans, and ideas for seamlessly implementing technology into your classroom. There are lesson-planning worksheets available for you to use as you integrate the proven strategies. This section is intended to make implementation easy and less overwhelming.

Finally, the Resources section provides information for further exploration and continued learning about mobile technology.

This workbook can be used individually, in a group, or as a resource during a facilitated workshop. It is set up in a “choose-your-own-adventure” format in which you have the ability to decide what strategies will work best for you. If using it with a group, the facilitator can help you with the process of using a tool while you focus on the application in class. Further, we know that many of the tools we use are updated frequently. Keep an eye on our companion website (www.resources.corwin.com/lastbackpack) for updates. One thing that will not change is the strategies used. They will still be valuable even if the technology changes—it will be about adapting and tweaking, which is what we teachers do every day anyway!

Educators, administrators, and tech supporters will appreciate many of the features in this book, including the following list:

And please remember that the tools and strategies we recommend are simple ideas that are used in classrooms. Be creative and modify the ideas as needed for your situation. After all, you know your classroom, your school, and your students best!