Moms & Dads: Times are changing Tech-Driven Education
Rarely do you hear
students describe
learning as fun; even
less when they are in a
classroom. While this may
sadly be true, there’s no reason
why you can’t make the process
more enjoyable, entertaining and
challenging at the same time. At A.F
Smith we would like to show you how to
achieve this.
We have it.
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supplies
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Digital technologies are increasingly
transforming the way we learn, work,
live, and play, offering new opportunities,
better tailored educational choices, and
unprecedented access to services and
resources. Social media, online games,
multimedia, cloud computing and mobile
learning have become a pervasive and
necessary part of everyday life.
At A.F Smith we see the value in learning
and education. We can provide you with
the right resources and ONE on ONE
support to get you and your child there.
Pop by our store and let one of our Apple
Experts show you the best options for
your child, from the iPad to the apps and
accessories for effective learning inside
and outside of school.
The teachers are now seeing the value,
how about you?
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The iPad has paved the way for
educational resources in the form of
creative new apps. There have been
many interesting studies done about
iPads in the classroom and the effects on
both students and teachers.
iPad technology in the
classroom can be
a powerful tool
A study centered on an
for learning and
iPad game, Motion Math,
has shown that the iPad
comprehension.
can help with fundamental The interactivity
math skills. 5th graders
it provides can
who regularly played the
make for a
game for 20 minutes per
very engaging
day over a five-day period experience,
increased their test scores especially for
by 15% on average.
elementary
school aged
students.
BAA
Mobile devices are making their way to school; why not leverage the
recourses! Up to 51% of students are carrying smart devices to school
- iPad’s are the new portal to education.
Grades 3 - 5
8%
Middle school
High school
28%
51%
25% All k -12
Results show that parents of students required to have
mobile devices in school are more confident than ever
about the learning and educational benefits.
Students Required Not Required
Learning Benefit 20% 40% 60% 80% 100%
Make learning fun
Know current events
Teach reading
Teach math
Teach responsibility
Teach Science
Read more
Teach foreign language
Perform better in school
Teach social studie s
Researched, written and
approved by a mom for a mom:
Sophia Araujo - Marketing & Design
Coordinator, A.F. Smith Trading
Toonia Colorbook 1-4 yrs
Toddler app that makes coloring inside
the lines simple!
Todo Math 5-8 yrs
Complete curriculum for kindergartens
and beyond.
BrainPOP Middle - High school kids
Students can use this app to improve
their general knowledge.
Doceri High school kids
An interactive whiteboard,
screencasting and desktop mirroring
app all in one. Great for students with
special needs.