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By : Brittany Downey Krishna Israni Brianna Kramer Kelly Plesniak Kyle Popko LRC 320, Group 2. New Literacies. The SMART Board. Interactive whiteboard Flexible pen-and-finger system Promotes an easy way to work together Advances student’s classroom performance. Capabilities.
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By: BrittanyDowney Krishna Israni BriannaKramer Kelly Plesniak KylePopko LRC 320, Group 2 New Literacies
The SMART Board • Interactive whiteboard • Flexible pen-and-finger system • Promotes an easy way to work together • Advances student’s classroom performance
Capabilities • Touch recognition • Able to write, draw, and erase with the ease of your hand • SMART Notebook Software • Allows to integrate all subjects in the classroom • A projection screen that functions like a computer • A video about SMART Boards: • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0U05WeXPGlk
Pricing and Availability • How to purchase: • Contact an authorized software reseller and/or apply for a grant at: http://smarttech.com • Prices may vary, average total cost ranges from $3,000-$5,000 according to SMART Technologies **All information about SMART Boards was taken from http://smarttech.com and the video was from http://youtube.com
E-Books • Digital replication of a printed book • Designed to be read on Computers, Pda’s, Blackberries, or special e-book readers • Books vary from a few to a few hundred pages • A video about E-Books: • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aq2yI-MFIMQ&feature=related
E-BookAdvantages • Help students easily read books through e-book readers and other technological advanced devices • Easily accessible and provide convenience and opportunity to read books on the road • Download from the internet • Portable devices that can carry multiple books • Contain audio, video, and animations that enhance the books message
E-Book Pricing and Availability • Range from $1 to over $10 dollars, with each being different prices • E-book readers range from $200 all the way up to $400 • Do not require an e-book reader, other devices such as blackberries, PDA’s, and computers can be used • Sold on the internet and other online stores • Carry up to 300 books at a time • Go to www.bestbuy.com or any other electronic store to purchase **All information about E-Books was taken from http://www.atlanticbridge.net and http://www.youtube.com