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An Introduction to the Tablet PC: Tablets in the Classroom
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  Presented by Fall Short Course Registration
   
  Joan Watson / Shannon Phillips
   
  Workshop Description  
   
  Have you ever seen anyone try to balance a laptop on one arm while typing with the other? Tablet PCs are a new type of computer that enables users to be much more portable than ever before. "The Tablet PC's compact, convertible design allows you to comfortably use your computer in small spaces even while standing up. Tablet PCs also include wireless Internet support and a long battery life." In addition to a hands-on exploration of the "ink"-enabled features of Microsoft Office and the Windows operating system, this short course will showcase a number of classroom-based software tools that are exceptionally well-suited for the tablet. This short course is for anyone that wants to make better use of their Tablet or is considering the purchase of one. Although Tablet PCs will be provided, those that own one are encouraged to bring it to this session.
   
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  Instructional Content and Learning Activities
   
  • "Using Your Tablet for Classroom Instruction: Making Your Message Vital" (PDF)
"Using Tablet PC: A Guide for Educators"
   
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  Related Links
 
   
  •"Teaching With Tablet PCs" (University of Alaska Anchorage)
University of Washington Computer Science and Engineering Department (Presenter)
• "From Medieval Studies to Computer Science, Tablet PCs Are Showing Pedagogical Promise"
• "Incorporating HP Tablet PCs Into the Life Sciences Classroom"
 
 
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