So geeked about this not-very-new discovery. Using the iPad as a remote control for the
SmartMusic computer which is connected to the projector (and speakers) allows me to wander the room w/out being tethered to the tech cart! Using this strategy, it is possible to work my way around the room, checking slides/fingerings, posture, breathing, and everything else WHILE still controlling the
smartmusic station! The programs used are
SmartMusic and the iPad app
AirDisplay.
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To understand why this is so crucial to teaching, one must first undersand the layout of the classroom. The cart is up front, close to the white board. However, when teaching percussion, I have to teach from the back of the room (in the percussion section), with my back to the cart. Having the
AirDisplay on the iPad allows me the freedom to still have access to the cart w/out having to travel to the cart each time I want to access it (
smartmusic).
Does the computer have to be a Mac in order for this to work? I want to do the same thing you're describing--for the exact same reasons. Just got an iPad and bought the AirDisplay app...but I have a Dell PC...Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI use this on a windows laptop. Air Display will work with either platform - Mac or PC!
Delete...you will just need to download the Air Display software from their website on to your Dell.
DeleteNever mind, I think I figured it out :)
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