iTeach



This page may include information, tips, and resources on how faculty may use iPads. This will include apps for general productivity and work flow, as well as teaching, research, and clinical practice. This will also include a list of apps (with links) that may be used during the iTeach hands-on session.

=**MOBILE OFFICE ESSENTIAL APPS**=
 * [|PocketCloud]** FREE; remote access your desktop; it's a bit clunky trying to use your PC through a touch screen interface.


 * [|CloudOn]:** ** $FREE ** ; allows you to work Microsoft office products on you iPhone or iPad


 * [|WebDAV]**: ** $FREE ** ; WebDAV (Web Distributed Authorizing and Versioning) client and file explorer


 * [|Citrix Receiver]:** ** $FREE ** ; enterprise application access; will be prompted to load this app if you use enterprise server-based programs such as electronic documentation systems


 * [|AnyConnect]** ** $FREE ** ; and
 * [|2X Client]:**
 * $FREE ** ; in combination, these app provide VPN (Virtual Private Network) access

=**PRODUCTIVITY APPS**= ==** Organization :** Professional use of your tablet hinges on access to files across platforms. Evernote and Dropbox will sync across devices and offer a desktop client for multiple access points to secure files.==
 * [|Evernote]:** ** $FREE ** ; take notes, save images, capture photos and record voice. Transcription apps available that interface with Evernote if you need to capture interviews or focus groups for QI or research purposes. Evernote allows file sharing so you can lesson plan and selectively publish to students from one application. Evernote account includes and email address for easy file transfers. "Tags" organize emailed or created notes. Paid versions allow more storage. Free versions has 60MB.


 * [|Evernote Food]**: ** $FREE ** ; just for fun, get started with Evernote Food to experiment with file organization. Truly a transformational app, this will replace your recipe box and you will never need to write a grocery list from a recipe card again.




 * [|Dropbox]:** ** $FREE ** ; file storage that are be accessed across devices and platforms; offers shared and public file options. Free version allows 2GB of storage. iPad users discover that you need a holding ground for files that will be pulled to various applications. I find this to be my holding ground for files especially those I need synced across devices.


 * [|TurboScan]**: ** $1.99 **. Turn your iPad camera into a scanner. Converts photos to PDF or JPEG files.

== Writing: **the PC user of an iPad will have to decide between apps that interface Microsoft office and the Apple iWork suite of products. The Apple products (Pages, Keynote, Numbers) are $9.99 each. While I'm always reluctant to buy any app, I have found that I had to invest in some productivity apps for my iPad to be used for more than browsing and gaming. Also, you will need to purchase a Bluetooth keyboard which range from $12.00-over $100.**==


 * [|Quickoffice Pro HD]: $19.99 ** ; Microsoft Office suite for iPad (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). The benefit of using this rather than CloudOn or PocketCloud is that this app is built for touch interface.


 * [|Pages:] $9.99 ;** mobile device word processor designed for iPad, iPhone, and iPad Touch; it is not offer full Pages functionality, but is very user friendly. Pages can also save and send as either PDF or Word doc.

Presenting: **Presentations can be created, shared and viewed through the iPad.**

 * [|KeyNote]: $9.99 ;** mobile device presentation app including animated charts and transitions. This is the mobile version of KeyNote that allows you to create, edit and present from the iPad. Since it's the Apple product it syncs with your iCloud so your KeyNote files can be accessed on any device, just as your Photo Stream, Pages, Numbers, etc. are in the iCloud.


 * [|SlideShark]**: ** $FREE **; app that allows viewing and sharing PowerPoint presentations. You can load PPT or Keynote files from a desktop through the web interface. Use the iPhone SlideShark app for a remote clicker for the iPad viewer.


 * [|Prezi Viewer]**: ** $FREE **; create, edit, present and share Prezi presentations from the iPad. Syncs with the desktop version. Sharing feature allows presentation collaboration.


 * [|ScreenChomp]**: ** $FREE **; recordable whiteboard app.


 * [|Airsketch]**: ** $FREE ** version with limited features but I'm not convinced (yet) that the $9.99 version offers that much more; WIRELESS, whiteboard app.

== NOTETAKING: Annotating a PDF is a key feature that distinguishes your laptop from your iPad (or tablet). Document storage is available on notetaking applications. You will find that an ideal notetaking app seamlessly interfaces with you document storage and email apps. Notetaker app selection is largely based on user's preferences on level of app sophistification or features. Again, users will need to be equipped with some accessories like a Bluetooth keyboard and a stylus. iPad users are always on the hunt for the perfect stylus. "Can I try out your stylus?" ==


 * [|Notability]**:** $1.99 ** app that is very easy to use for basic notetaking needs using type or stylus.
 * [|Notetaker HD]: $4.99 .** For this app you are paying for more features including rotation and resizing. Also, will support right-to-left languages. The storage is more intuitive than Notabilities Category and Subject classification


 * [|Goodreader]: $4.99 .** Good option for off-line reading. While this app also allow annotation, I find this app a great option for large documents that can take quite awhile to load on Notability. This would be a good option for those conference and meeting handouts.


 * [|iAnnotate PDF]: $9.99 .** Spendy app for users who really want lots of features. This is for the serious notetaker who wants to produce annotated documents for high quality sharing. It allows customization of toolbar which is a necessity for the number of features. Be prepared that you spend a lot of time moving between features is you just want to do basic annotation.

=**READING AND STAYING INFORMED: While the iPad is not designed as a reader like the Kindle or Nook (iPad2 weighs 1.33-1.35 lbs compared to the Nook and Kindle that weigh in at about 12 oz.), apps are availble for reading books, periodicals, and social media.**=
 * [|Inkling]:** ** $FREE **; interactive book platform that allows you to annotate, search, highlight and share media and books


 * [|kindle] and [|Nook]**: ** $FREE **: There are Kindle and Nook apps for the iPad. You can access your Kindle or Nook library and read on your iPad.


 * [|Flipboard]:** ** $FREE **; personalized social media aggregation; presents multiple sources in highly user friendly format


 * [|Tweetbot]:** ** $FREE **; Twitter client


 * AUDIENCE RESPONSE: connect with your audience in synchonous and asynchonous polling**
 * [|Socrative]: $FREE ;** audience response application with interaction and gaming features; no need for clickers to get the "pulse of your audience


 * [|Poll Everywhere]: $FREE ;** no need for an app; poll everywhere is a web-based application. Users can response through web or text messaging. Poll on the fly or with prepared questions that can be embedded in a presentation.

**RESEARCH**

 * [|Mendeley]: $FREE ;** free reference manager with desktop companion. Allow storage and annotation of PDF files.

==**CLINICAL PRACTICE: apps continue to come to market that support communication and education of patients at the point of care. The iPad can also support use of electionic health records and exercise software.**==

Here's a [|demo] of what it's supposed to do.
 * PATIENT EDUCATION:**
 * [|JiffPad]: $??? ;** this app is a great idea but it appears to still be going through some growing pains. It is listed as free as as $99 in other listings. I've had issues since loading iOS6. While it worked, I loved it and saw great potential for clinic and classroom.


 * [|Springpad]**: ** $FREE **; I'm trying this out as my alternative to JiffPad. This, like Pinterest, has potential for clinical and classroom teaching.

[|VSnap]: ** $FREE **; intended as a consumer application but has potential for healthcare providers; recordings link to social media platforms. You can view an example of an MD blog that uses this application at [|Howard J Luks, MD, The Orthopedic Minute Video Blog].


 * EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION**
 * [|PhysioAdvisor]:** ** $2.99 **; I have not tried this app; it is only available as an Android or iPhone app; not an iPad app. It seems biased toward orthopedic conditions/exercises.


 * [|Real Time Rehab]:** not an app but web-based exercise prescription site that includes ability to email a customized exercise program; subscription required and video exercise DVDs available.


 * DOCUMENTATION:**
 * [|Electronic Health Record]:** iPads are compatible with many enterprise electronic health record applications, e.g. Epic or Cerner. Citrix Receiver required for server access. The degree of compatibly with platforms built without touch-screen interface may be an issue for some users. Electronic documentation systems are web-based are are compatible with iPad use.