Hardware DevicesKimberly Brand CTE 4501Fall 2011

Graphic Tablets

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What is it?

•A flat surface used for drawing with a pen or stylus programmed to work with the tablet. An image or signature can be created on the tablet surface, and displayed on a computer monitor or on the tablet surface.

Pros/Cons

•Easy to use

•Can be expensive•Can take time to feel comfortable using

Digital Pens

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What is it?

•A device that captures an individual’s handwriting and converts it to a digital format. The digital data can be uploaded onto a computer.

When choosing a digital pen

Some considerations:•Ease of use•Features •Performance•Setup•Tech Support

Pros/Cons

•Wireless device•Easy to use•Write anywhere•Take notes or pencasts

•Price can be expensive

Elmo Document Camera

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What is it?

•A device used to display a small object to a large audience. For example, small text from a chapter book can be captured by the document camera and enlarged for the entire class to see. The document camera could be called a modern-day overhead projector.

Pros/Cons

•Easy to use•Can adjust focus and/or zoom quickly•Beneficial tool for all content areas

•Can be distracting to students•Can be expensive

Resourceshttp://www.graphicstabletreviews.com/guides/graphics-tablet-pros-and-cons

http://www.kansas.com/2011/03/04/1746221/digital-pen-answers-challenges.html

http://www.edtechnetwork.com/document_cameras.html

http://www.camcor.com/guides/Classroom_DocumentCameras.html

http://www.articledashboard.com/Article/Smartpens-Pros-and-Cons/816618