While there continues to be much debate about whether or not tablets have positive potential as a tool for learning in the EYFS, there is no getting away from the fact that they are increasingly being adopted by early years settings and are here to stay.
But the move away from desktop computers to mobile devices – and particularly iPads – comes with its own challenges.
Most children now begin the EYFS with the knowledge of how to access apps, and many understand other aspects of a smartphone. Nurseries find that they demonstrate an enthusiasm and curiosity for mobile technology that is powerful when it is harnessed appropriately. However, finding the best apps is not easy.
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