Will an external microphone improve iPad audio recordings?

I need to record a 90 minute yoga class. The goal is to pick up the instructor's directions. During the session the instructor gives instruction while walking around a large room. The room dimensions are roughly 20' wide, 60' long, 14' ceiling. Surfaces are hard except for the carpeted floor.
Thanks!

Yes it will. Especially if you can have the instructor wear a wireless mic. You need to obtain a device that plugs into the earphone/mic jac on the iPad. This will give you a separate jack for a mic input. Connect the output of the wireless receiver into the device's mic input.
There are several apps for recording, including Garage Band. Just make sure to check your levels on each device so you get the correct input level.
Good luck.

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