Anytime Anywhere Anytime Anywhere Learning with Handhelds Learning with Handhelds

Gayle P ClementGayle P Clement

Elaine T FitzgeraldElaine T Fitzgerald

AgendaAgenda

IntroductionsIntroductions Why Use Handhelds in the ClassroomWhy Use Handhelds in the Classroom

ndash ResearchResearchndash UsesUsesndash TypesTypes

Basic ToolsBasic Toolsndash Basics of a HandheldBasics of a Handheldndash Teaching the Basics to StudentsTeaching the Basics to Students

Agenda contAgenda cont

Setting Routines and ProceduresSetting Routines and Procedures Applications and ProgramsApplications and Programs Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

ndash Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way References and ResourcesReferences and Resources

Challenge QuestionChallenge Question

How can we use handheld technology to positively transform teaching and learning environments

Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

What questions should you What questions should you be asking be asking

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

AgendaAgenda

IntroductionsIntroductions Why Use Handhelds in the ClassroomWhy Use Handhelds in the Classroom

ndash ResearchResearchndash UsesUsesndash TypesTypes

Basic ToolsBasic Toolsndash Basics of a HandheldBasics of a Handheldndash Teaching the Basics to StudentsTeaching the Basics to Students

Agenda contAgenda cont

Setting Routines and ProceduresSetting Routines and Procedures Applications and ProgramsApplications and Programs Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

ndash Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way References and ResourcesReferences and Resources

Challenge QuestionChallenge Question

How can we use handheld technology to positively transform teaching and learning environments

Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

What questions should you What questions should you be asking be asking

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Agenda contAgenda cont

Setting Routines and ProceduresSetting Routines and Procedures Applications and ProgramsApplications and Programs Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

ndash Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way References and ResourcesReferences and Resources

Challenge QuestionChallenge Question

How can we use handheld technology to positively transform teaching and learning environments

Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

What questions should you What questions should you be asking be asking

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Challenge QuestionChallenge Question

How can we use handheld technology to positively transform teaching and learning environments

Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

What questions should you What questions should you be asking be asking

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Handhelds in the ClassroomHandhelds in the Classroom

What questions should you What questions should you be asking be asking

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment Is it okay for students to be on their handhelds

before school during breaks after school at lunch in the halls

Will your students be required to be in a room with an adult whenever they are using their handheld

If they get done with their work early can they use their handheld

How do you feel about games downloading music etc

With beaming possibilities how do your prevent students from cheating

Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

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Learning EnvironmentLearning Environment

Roles and responsibilities of teachers Roles and responsibilities of teachers students and teachers students and teachers

What are the rules in using handhelds in the What are the rules in using handhelds in the classroom classroom

What are the consequences when a student What are the consequences when a student doesnrsquot comply with the rules What doesnrsquot comply with the rules What happens when a handheld breaks happens when a handheld breaks

What activities and projects are appropriate What activities and projects are appropriate in using handhelds What resources support in using handhelds What resources support handheld use in the curriculumhandheld use in the curriculum

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette Bring your handheld to class dailyBring your handheld to class daily Handheld should be fully charged Handheld should be fully charged

before coming to class before coming to class Use handhelds when and as Use handhelds when and as

instructedinstructed If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Handheld EtiquetteHandheld Etiquette If you forget to bring your handheld to If you forget to bring your handheld to

class you will receive a consequence class you will receive a consequence Using beaming only when instructedUsing beaming only when instructed

Any more Any more

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Handheld QuestionsHandheld Questions

Are there any features that help facilitate Are there any features that help facilitate the enforcement of these guidelines the enforcement of these guidelines

Can you think of other classroom Can you think of other classroom management issues management issues

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that apply to your class apply to your class

Can you think of other guidelines that Can you think of other guidelines that facilitate instruction andor learning facilitate instruction andor learning

Other things to considerOther things to consider

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Learned the Hard WayLearned the Hard Way

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Palm Education Pioneers Program

1048708 Crawford and Vahey 2002 1048708 Surveys of 102 early adopters 1048708 Results

89 effective instructional tool 93 positive impact on student

learning 45 change in instructional practice

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

Instructional toolInstructional tool

Organizationalpersonal toolOrganizationalpersonal tool

Real world toolReal world tool

Motivational effectsMotivational effects

ConvenienceConvenience

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Reasons to Use Handheld Reasons to Use Handheld Computers in the ClassroomComputers in the Classroom

One-to-one RatioOne-to-one Ratio Cost FactorCost Factor Communication and Communication and

CollaborationCollaboration Meeting Student Technology Meeting Student Technology

Standards and NCLBStandards and NCLB SimplicitySimplicity

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Conflicting VisionsConflicting Visions

ldquoA defined vision for the learningenvironment should logically precedethe adoption of a new technologysolution including handheld

computersused by teachers andor studentsrdquo

Wesley A Fryer

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2004 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Questions to be asked

What does a quality learning environment look like

What does it sound like How should technology be used to shape

this environment Should technology define the

environment Is technology a fundamental requirement

for teaching and learning or an optional add-on

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Vision 1 AssessmentVision 1 Assessment

Individual assessment Software tailored to grade level and curriculum Collected data is reported to administrators and parents

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Vision 2 Teacher DirectedVision 2 Teacher Directed

Formative assessments delivered Immediate feedback from students Assess more frequently Students are engaged physically and intellectually

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

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Vision 3 Paperless Classroom Vision 3 Paperless Classroom ManagementManagement

Less paper by using the handheld for attendance Student information and schedule data State test data on students Teacher lesson plans Provides more information for parents Does not change the instructional process

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Vision 4 Authentic Learning

All students have access to a device Access information take notes e-mail exchanges collaboration Learn best Engaged with authentic content Publish for authentic audience Have the tools necessary to do the job

Fryer Wesley A (2003) Competing visions of handheld computer use in the classroom Accessed 1June 2005 lthttpwwwwtvicomteks03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlgt

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Things to Consider

1048708 ExpandabilityMemory 1048708 Color vs monochrome 1048708 Keyboardthumb-board

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Educational ApplicationsEducational Applications

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Word Processing SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareDocuments to Go WordSmith Free Write

Included free with many PalmsHot syncs with MS WordCan easily send files to handheldIncludes Word to Go Sheet to Go and Presentations to Go

Hot syncs with MS Word

ProsPart of a Package with GoKnowSaves as htmlIncludes Pico Map Sketchy Fling It

Cost $2995-3999Volume Pricing

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 per year or $5995 for lifetimeVolume Pricing

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Concept MappingConcept MappingInspiration Pico Map Diagrams Idea Pad

Diagram ViewOutline ViewBeamsPrint boy includedSame features as InspirationHot syncs with Inspiration 76Send templates to the handheld

Free with DanaPart of PackageBeamsPrints if print software is available

Create concept maps

Diagram ViewOutline ViewOutline exports to Memo Pad for synching or printing if print software available

Cost $2995Volume Pricing

Cost $1995 or 5995Volume Pricing

CostFree

CostFree

DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

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DrawingAnimationDrawingAnimation

Sketcher Sketchy Gray Paint256 ColorsBeamsAlarmWrite notes

Part of Goknow package256 ColorsAnimatesBeamsPrints

Different Shades of GraySimple drawing tool

CostFree

Cost$1995 or 5995

CostFree

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

SpreadsheetsSpreadsheets

Sheet to Go CellsPart of Documents To GoFormulasBeamsPrintsHot syncs with ExcelChartsGraphs only with Premier version

Data CollectionBeamsPrintsSimple formulas

Cost$2995 part of Docs to Go$4999 Premier Docs to Go

Cost$2495

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

HangmanHangman

Play hangman with either the Play hangman with either the supplied word lists or create your supplied word lists or create your ownown

List can be beamedList can be beamed

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Spell ItSpell It

Practice spelling and vocabularyPractice spelling and vocabulary Create your own word listsCreate your own word lists Lists can be beamedLists can be beamed

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

eBookseBooks

PalmReader or Adobe ReaderPalmReader or Adobe Reader Read books using the PalmRead books using the Palm Create notes and bookmarksCreate notes and bookmarks eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup eReader Pro ndash allows word lookup

and different fonts $1495and different fonts $1495

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

What If BuilderWhat If Builder

Enables students to create decision-Enables students to create decision-tree models also known as Action tree models also known as Action Mazes tree literature plot Mazes tree literature plot branching or choose your own branching or choose your own adventureadventure

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Language ArtsLanguage Arts

Silly Sentences -Enter lists of adjectives nouns verbs adverbs and prepositional phrases The words are randomly combined to make outrageous sentences Color coding helps students identify the parts of speech

BooksLog - Students record information about books they read including a rating 1-5 and a short review Records can be beamed to others

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

MathMath MathCard - Simple math flash card application

Students select size of numbers and operations to use

MathWiz - Students are presented with four random numbers chosen between 1 and 10 A 5th random number is also given as the target Using addition subtraction multiplication division and parentheses students must combine the first four numbers to produce the 5th

Divisible -Practice divisibility for 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 and 10

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Social StudiesSocial Studies

Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this Solar Wars - Students learn economics with this game They must buy supplies low and sell when game They must buy supplies low and sell when the market is high the market is high

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Constitution Declaration of Independence Constitution Declaration of Independence

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

ScienceScience CootiesCooties- Students simulate how a virus moves - Students simulate how a virus moves

Students work together to discover the path of Students work together to discover the path of the virus the virus

Pocket Directory-Pocket Directory- Free Viewer ndash view the Free Viewer ndash view the Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide Astronomy Guide and Nutrition Guide

Periodic TablePeriodic Table -Tapping on any of the element -Tapping on any of the element boxes will show a list of its properties boxes will show a list of its properties

Ecological Footprint Calculator Ecological Footprint Calculator Students take a survey and it calculates their Students take a survey and it calculates their ecological footprint ecological footprint

Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

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Teacher ToolsTeacher Tools

Name PickerName Picker - Reads and displays a list of names - Reads and displays a list of names or items from a memo and chooses once of them or items from a memo and chooses once of them randomly when tapped randomly when tapped

Big ClockBig Clock - A free clock with alarm world time - A free clock with alarm world time and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with and timerstopwatch Everything is displayed with large numbers large numbers

Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

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Types of HandheldsTypes of Handhelds

PalmPalmGarminGarmin

ZodiacZodiac

Dana by AlphaSmartDana by AlphaSmart

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

Peripherals to ConsiderPeripherals to Consider

KeyboardsKeyboards PrintersPrinters Memory CardsMemory Cards SD DeploySD Deploy CasesCases Multi-ChargersMulti-Chargers Presentation DevicePresentation Device ProbesProbes

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

03_04_articles03_04_articlescompeting_visionshtmlcompeting_visionshtml

ResourcesResources

httpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhttpwwwwillardk12mouscotechhandheldresearchhtmhandheldresearchhtm

httpwwwlearninginhandcomhttpwwwlearninginhandcom httpwwwgoknowcomhttpwwwgoknowcom httpwwwwtvicomtekshttpwwwwtvicomteks

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