Touch Screenshttp://www.myone.ca/images/School_Usage.jpgEDC 3100 ICTBy David Richards, Sharon Kitching and Nathan Morieson
A touch screen is an electronic visual output that can detect the presence and location of a touch within the display (Spectronics, 2003).What are touch screens?http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Technology/Pix/pictures/2007/08/22/iphone460.jpg
Interactive White BoardsTouch TabletsiPadsGraphic Touch TabletsSMART TablesTouch Screen computer monitorsExamples
Found on a desktop computerWork best for students with good motor skillsChildren of all ages and developmental levelsTouch screen computer monitors
Interactive learning centreYoung students to work together collaborativelyEnhances cognitive, social and communication skillsSmart table
A4 in sizeAll functions of a laptopStylus penTouch tablet
Benefits of a touch screen
Innovation working alongside ICT curriculumContribute sustainable and meaningful changeEnable students to prepare for further education and training Living and working in a digital world
The Queensland Essential learning's for ICTA better understanding of ICT than ever before Use computers to write documents, emails and create presentationsUnderstand spelling and grammar checks Allow effective peer to peer collaboration
 Touch screen devices enableIndividualised small group work Less structured teaching approachesSense of responsibility, choices and actions Developing of cross-cultural relationships.Retrived http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4f/Tablet.jpg
Touch screen technologyIntegrate into units wherever possible Maximise opportunities for language, numeracy and ICT developmentCreate different ways to perform traditional tasksRetrived http://turbo.inquisitr.com/wp-content/2010/01/apple_tablet1.jpg
IPADEnables portabilityAccess to innovative applications Enjoyable learningRetrieved http://i.zdnet.com/blogs/le1700-tablet.jpg
Defining elearning and mlearningeLearningElectronic Learning
Engagement of the learner
Enhancement of learning
Ease of use
Empowerment of the learner to control the learning schedule
Execution of the learning program (mLearningMobile Learning
Use mobile devices
Anywhere, anytime
Combination of eLearning and mLearningIdentification of reasoning:Internet and intranetConnectionStand alone – not connected
Network – Internet/IntranetGlobal NetworkInternet - whole network of networks
World Wide Web - information repositoryLocal NetworkLocal Network (LAN) such as a computer room
Wider Area Network (WAN) which would cover a whole site and even further afield.  Identification of reasoning:Mobile learningTailored the technology to the lesson
Students can sit anywhere
Touch screens can be mobilehttp://www.collegiatetimes.com/stories/15332/tablet-computers-to-remain-required-for-
Advantageous of Network with touch screensIdentification of reasoning:Monitoring capacityCommon access to information
Faster teacher feed back using ICT
Wireless connection
Information is transferableIdentification of reasoning:Appeal to studentsSharing information
Access to a wider range of resources
Central location for files/informationIdentification of reasoningThe internet and intranet as an eLearning toolImpact on mLearningTeachers can monitor work in progress Appeal to students
Pedagogical Approaches
Promote active learningEngage in meaningful activitiesHERE IS GOING TO BE A VIDEOClicker 5

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  • #29  Touch screen devices have many features which can be used to enhance mathematics. Touch screen devices can be used to store, organise and present information. Touch screen devices, such as the ipad, allows students to access Apple's application store. These applications allow students to access mathematical formulas as well as conversion tables. Math Ref allows students to simply be directed to access to over 350 formulas, figures, tips, and examples of math equations and concepts. This free application includes access to the majority of the major formulas and functions that students will need, such as those for area, perimeter, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, series & sequences, derivatives, integration, prime numbers, and even the greek alphabet. Touch screen devices allow clear illustrations to be provided to make mathematical concepts easier to understand. If a student or teacher needs to share a concept or idea from Math Ref Free with someone else, all they need to do is take a screenshot and send it off in an email. Touch screen devices can allow students to complete mathematical equations by simply touching and dragging the corressponding answer to the question. This allows students with poor fine motor skills to complete mathematical activities with ease. Touch screen devices can also be used to access websites such as Mathletics, Rainforest Maths and 4-11 Numeracy. These web sites allow teachers to manually set mathematical activities for students to complete. Students thoroughly enjoy using these websites as they are required to use their hands to manipulate questions and complete tasks. Mathletics allows students to compete in Maths tasks against students all across the world.  Touch screen devices such as the tablet, are extremely valuable with lower students. Students are able to use their hands to form groups, count markers and match colours and shapes. Students are able to hear and visualise the numbers in there different forms. This allows students to progress much faster whilst enjoying themselves.  Touch screen devices can be used to access and complete the NAPLAN online website. Students are able to practice previous years' tests. The website can help teachers identify which components of numeracy the students are struggling with. The teacher can then make sure that component is recovered.
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