1	Educational Technology (in the Palm of Your Hand)
2	Overview Introductions SEIR*TEC and upcoming NewsWire publication on handhelds Why handhelds? Why not handhelds? Handheld basics Leadership and planning issues Educational applications
3	Read All About It: NewsWire NewsWire---newsletter from SEIRTEC Topical issues Next: Handheld Technologies Publication date: August 2002 Available at seirtec.org In print from the SEIRTEC e-Store Downloadable in pdf format
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6	Read All About It: NewsWire Experiences in the schools Beaufort County Schools, SC
7	Read All About It: NewsWire Experiences in the schools Johnston County Schools, NC
8	Read All About It: NewsWire New Hanover County Schools, NC University of NC--Wilmington
9	Evolution of Handhelds History: Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs) and the PalmPilot Now: Handheld computers Powerful devices capable of a variety of computing functions Thousands of software applications Single purpose devices vs. multi-purpose devices
10	Why Handhelds? Low cost Mobile, anywhere anytime use Convenience Flexibility Expansion capabilities Easy to use Potential solution to equity and access issues
11	Why Not Handhelds? Screen size Compatibility issues Ownership issues Obsolescence Replacement/damage issues Security/theft Cheating Distraction for students
12	Handheld Basics: Hardware Decisions Palm Palm, Handspring, Sony Simpler operating system Lower cost devices More software available Pocket PC iPAQ, Casio, HP Jornada Scaled down version of Windows More built-in multimedia features Shorter battery life
13	Expansion Different handhelds have different expansion Visor handheld expansion -- Springboard modules Palm m series expansion -- MMC/SD cards Software expansion vs. hardware expansion
14	Expansion (cont.) Keyboards Modems (land line and wireless) Digital cameras Wireless Ethernet LAN module MP3 GPS PowerPoint projection device Extra memory Backup cards Graphing calculators Data probes Game cards eBook cards Dictionary/Thesaurus Travel cards Language translator cards
15	Data Input/Output Handwriting recognition External keyboard Sync’ing and desktop use Beaming Landline modem Wireless Cellular Wi-Fi (80211b) Bluetooth Printing
16	Purchase Considerations Intended use Available software Available expansion and peripherals Memory Operating system (Palm vs. Pocket PC, Windows vs. Mac) Form factor (size, weight, appearance) Capability and ease of use
17	Purchase Considerations (cont.) Cost Batteries vs. rechargeable Screen display Color vs. black and white Resolution Readability
18	Leadership and Planning Issues: Budgeting Handhelds Palm OS handhelds B/w display $140 + Color display $270 + Software $0 + (avg. $30 for single user apps) Accessories Keyboards $69 - $99 Expansion $39 - $289
19	Implementation Models 1:1 Ratio 1:2 Ratio Class set of 5-10 devices Mobile lab Classroom management issues with shared devices
20	Curriculum Integration Who is the intended audience? Teachers -- Productivity gains Students -- Academic gains Software and applications decisions Alignment of handheld use with overall instructional goals
21	101 Great Educational Uses for Your Handheld Computer Moving beyond the organizer!
22	Types of Educational Applications
23	Administrative Tools for Teachers and Administrators
24	Administrative Tools - Grade Books The following grade book programs have a Palm OS version: Easy Grade Pro Gradebook2/Pinnacle GradeBusters/Making the Grade Grade Quick Learner Profile
25	Administrative Tools - Grade Books Example: Teacher’s PET Offers grading, attendance, contact info, and more Supports up to 10 classes Integrates with an optional desktop program
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27	Administrative Tools Example: SIS Tool Tracker and Seeker Makes student information instantly accessible Helps reduce tardiness and unexcused absences Allows bar code scanning of student ID cards for “tardy sweeps” or discipline referrals Seeker component gathers and organizes information in an emergency crisis situation
28	Tracker and Seeker Interfaces to your SIS Includes student photos Scan student ID cards to access info Integrates with Visor Phone for instant emergency contact
29	Assessment Tools Example: LearnStar Offers real-time assessment that provides critical feedback to teachers and students Allows teachers to adjust instruction based on student mastery Easy to use Classroom-based
30	LearnStar Individual or cooperative use Over 4,000 activities across subjects Content aligned to state standards and tests Content can be edited to match your lesson plans Works with a variety of wireless handheld platforms
31	Assessment Tools Example: Learner Profile to Go Offers authentic observation-based assessment tools Provides a systematic way to evaluate and report on student performance Supports planning, observation, and reporting
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33	Assessment Tools Example: Wireless Generation Reading diagnostic tool Works with running records Easy recording; powerful analysis and reporting
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35	Teaching and Learning Tools
36	Teaching and Learning Tools Example: Scientific Data Probes ImagiWorks’ ImagiProbes and ImagiLabs Expansion sensor interface Connects a wide variety of probes to handhelds Includes a rich investigation-based curriculum with discovery-oriented activity sets
37	Scientific Data Probes Supports various learning experiences: Data collection Annotation with notes, sketches, etc. Calibration Collaboration with teams Analysis of data
38	Read All About It: NewsWire Experiences in the schools Johnston County Schools, NC
39	Graphing Calculators Examples: powerOne graph, ImagiMath Comparable functionality to TI-83 Advantages: Handheld device can be used for other purposes as well
40	Read All About It: NewsWire Experiences in the schools Beaufort County Schools, SC
41	Teaching and Learning Tools Example: Word Processing, Spreadsheets, and Databases Allow files to go back and forth between desktop programs (Word, Excel, FileMaker, Access, etc.) and the handheld
42	Read All About It: NewsWire New Hanover County Schools, NC University of NC--Wilmington
43	Curriculum Uses Collaborative student writing projects Data tracking and graphing Field study notes Research paper notes Database of endangered species Journal writing Stock market simulation tracking Portfolio of student work
44	Teaching and Learning Tools Graphic Organizers Can be used for concept maps, timelines, K-W-L charts, story maps, etc. Students can create their own or you can supply templates. Use for brainstorming, note taking, idea classification, research, and more. Can be beamed from student to student, printed, or transferred to the desktop.
45	"Examples" Examples: PiCoMap, Idea Pad
46	Teaching and Learning Tools: eBooks Many ebook readers and ebooks available PalmReader, TomeRaider, iSilo, etc. Variety of formats .doc is a generic format Others are specific to the reader Lots of FREE ebooks available You and your students can create ebooks as well.
47	eBook Special Features Mobility, storage capacity Built-in dictionaries and thesauruses Ability to bookmark, annotate, and hyperlink Control of display
48	MemoWare www.memoware.com Over 10,000 FREE reference and literature ebook documents Many educationally appropriate books, stories, and historical documents
49	Teaching and Learning Tools: Web Clipping AvantGo Free application Provides interactive, personalized content and applications Downloaded to your handheld device real-time via wireless connection or desktop synchronization Web site: www.avantgo.com
50	Great FREE Resources! University of Michigan, Hi-Ce www.handheld.hice-dev.org AvantGo www.avantgo.com PalmReader www.peanutpress.com Memoware www.memoware.com K12 Handhelds www.k12handhelds.com
51	"Thanks for coming" Thanks for coming! SEIR*TEC K12 Handhelds email: [email protected] email: [email protected] web: seirtec.org web: www.k12handhelds.com phone: 800-755-3277 phone: 800-679-2226