Oral+Expression+iPad+apps

=Oral Expression iPad apps=

__Ice Breakers__ Free App

Provides a range of questions on various topics that could be used as conversation starters. The questions are broke down in to categories or random selection of questions can be used. The questions are geared toward the business world, so it could be used for older students. (Retzer)

__Reverse Charades__ Free App

Students in the team act out as many words as one person can guess. I found this app to work with small groups of 2-4 students. There is a timer for 30, 60 or 90 second rounds and on screen score, which is very useful if you have a SmartBoard and a VGA adapter. (Retzer)

__Let's Name Things__ Free App

The app is basically a deck of cards requiring students to name items fitting the description. The app allows points to be accumulated/counted when the student is correct It is developed with younger children in mind, but I used it with upper classmen to generate quick idea development in a timed situation. (Retzer)

__Toontastic__ Free App

This app is most appropriate for elementary aged students. The students learn the story elements as they develop a story by selecting from the visual and music choices. The students also then verbally narrate the story. It is very easy for them to manipulate and do and the finished product is something pretty cool. (Retzer)