Welcome to Apps in Education.
Apps in Education has been set up to support the use of Apps in learning. The site primarily focusses on the use of iPad and Mac apps.
You can follow us via @apps_education on Twitter.
Welcome 
Web based apps Web based apps
Apps worth looking at Can you suggest any apps to add?
CloudFTP CloudFTP - Wireless USB file sharing
Making a podcast in GarageBand on the iPad 
Web based apps
I’ve just updated the web based apps page. Take a look at some of the apps I’ve recommend here: http://www.appsineducation.co.uk/web-based-apps/. I’d love to hear if you can recommend any others.
Apps worth looking at
Having spent a lot of time meeting with colleagues from a number of schools over the last few weeks I’m frequently asked which Apps are worth investigating. Here are a few that come recommended:
Create your own mind maps at MindMeister
Alternatively you can check out the map on Mindmeister: http://www.mindmeister.com/214791327?t=64ppYvJoYP
CloudFTP
Want a quick and easy way to move files from a USB memory stick an iPad? Then take a look at CloudFTP. By plugging in a USB stick to a CloudFTP device you can distribute files to your students. It’s also possible to simultaneously stream videos to 3 iPads. The device also allows you to stream videos to up to 3 devices. You can pick one up from Amazon for £81.57 (on Oct 8th 2012) .
Making a podcast in GarageBand on the iPad
A great tutorial on making a podcast using GarageBand on the iPad can be found here.
Fancy 20% Off Any App in the App Store?
Asda (in the UK) are currently selling £25 iTunes vouchers for £20.
We are loving….
….Nearpod.
Nearpod is stunning. It enables you to create interactive presentations that can be shared via an iPad or iPod touch. Find out more here.
