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Getting Started
If all you want to do is download free apps, or use iTunes gift cards, you can create an Apple ID without a credit card. Click on the link above for a step-by-step.

Let's say you've identified the ideal setup for your classroom iPads. You've got a nice selection of apps that you and the kids like, and you have a number of commonly visited websites bookmarked in Safari (or the far superior Chrome app). You definitely want to apply this setup to all of the iPads you are using. Click on the link above (and navigate to the section titled "iTunes" to learn how to create a backup of your iPad, and restore from a backup to apply your setup to multiple iPads.
 
 General Resources
All of the following links will guide you to websites that offer loads of information on using iPads in your classroom. Ideas can apply to a single iPad, or a full class set. You can also find some pretty extensive listings for educational apps. 
Lists of apps to explore

Get started with these iPad apps
nearpod
Nearpod lets you synchronize your iPad with your students. Let's say you want to walk students through a particular app, or show a presentation. This app allows you to do that by controlling what the students see on their iPad. 
socrative
Bring student response systems (clickers) to the iPad with this app that allows you to create simple quizzes and then let students respond to them.
drive
Work with word processing, slideshows, spreadsheets, and more. View your files, and access them from everywhere. This is a must-have app. 
haiku  
Create really incredible presentations right on your iPad. 
ink  
If you're like me, then you like hand-written notes. This app will help you with that! 
sushi
A neat little game that lets kids practice their basic math facts. 
zombie
Kids seem to be obsessed with zombies! Why not use it to your advantage? 
academy
A visually arresting app that motivates students to practice their math facts. 
jumbled
A really fun little writing app. There are five different iterations of this app, so plenty of fun to carry on with!