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"New Literacies" in School Today

"New Literacies" in School Today. University of Arizona, LRC 320, Group 12 Kirsten Artwohl, Felix Morritt, Elaine Alvarez, Melissa Stevenson. Smartboard. A Smartboard is an interactive touch screen whiteboard that is used in classrooms to engage the students in a collaborative way.

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"New Literacies" in School Today

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  1. "New Literacies" in School Today University of Arizona, LRC 320, Group 12 Kirsten Artwohl, Felix Morritt, Elaine Alvarez, Melissa Stevenson

  2. Smartboard A Smartboard is an interactive touch screen whiteboard that is used in classrooms to engage the students in a collaborative way. • Enables up to 4 simultaneous users • Includes 4 digital ink pens • Uses Digital Visual Touch Technology (DViT)

  3. Smartboard • Used in classrooms and business meetings • Costs ~ $6000 USD • Additional information: http://smarttech.com/smartboard • See it in use! -https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySAGMv8tN8E

  4. In Class Clickers An In Class Clicker is a small electronic survey tool. It is generally used to take polls of in class questions. • In Class Clickers allow hundreds of students to answer questions posed by the teacher. • Clickers allow students use for multiple classes by having the ability to switch the channel or frequency.

  5. In Class Clickers • Clickers can be found in almost any school environment. • Allows students to answer questions in class without judgement from their fellow classmates making them more interactive. • Shows the teacher what percentage of the students are understanding the material. • Cost of Clickers ~ $20 USD • Cost of Software ~ Free (in some cases) • More Information: http://www.educause.edu/ero/article/clickers-classroom-active-learning-approach

  6. Online Databases • Online databases allow students to research information that they may need for reports or research. • Many schools are updating their resources to online, such as online encyclopedias and scholarly journals. • online resources can be free or with license agreement ~ $5,000

  7. Online Databases • With online information, teachers can see what the student is planning to use as a source. • Online databases can help a student access scholarly information on the spot! • Check your library for online resources they may have licenses for.

  8. iPad The iPad is a tablet computer made by Apple Inc., and has a number of useful functions in the classroom • It has a wide range of apps that each student can use to customize it to their needs. • Its a one stop item that can help you study, take notes, or even plan your schedule.

  9. iPad The iPad 2 currently runs between $399 to $529 • It's touch screen capabilities make it fun and easy to use • An attachable keyboard is available • Its smaller than a computer, with all the capabilities of a computer, making it very convenient to use in classrooms

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