1. Trisha McRae, Lindsay Pease, Melissa Lopez, and James Howe
Group 12: New Literacies
Trisha McRae, Lindsay Pease, Melissa Lopez, and James Howe

2. Interactive Whiteboards
Digital Chalkboard that is an interactive tool for students
Great for the visual, auditory & tactile learner
Up to four students can interact on a lesson at one time
Touchscreen capability makes it easy to use
Costs – $ to $9,000.00
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3. Electronic Tablets Portable Convenient Sizes & Styles available
Internet Access
Electronic Reader feature
Useful for recording, storing, reading & writing assignments.
Camera/Video capabilities
Comes with pre-loaded Software & Applications
Costs - $ to $700.00
Where to buy: Most retail stores, internet.
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4. USB Flash Drive
Used to store, back-up and transfer computer information
Small & Portable
Easy to Use
Various storage sizes available
Cost: Depends on storage
$8.00 to $100.00
Can be bought at most retail stores or on- line
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5. Ebooks Book-length publication in digital form
Easier to access than physical books
Shortcuts to specific paragraphs or words
Bookmarking electronically
Costs – Usually around the same price as a physical book ($10.00-$ )
Where to buy: Internet, Barnes and Nobles, or other retail stores
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6. Web Cams and Teleconferencing
Distance learning or communicating online or in a classroom
Available to download when necessary
Programs such as Skype allow virtual communication
Adds new interactivity to virtual classroom
Costs- anywhere from $ $
May be purchased online or in a technology store such as Best Buy
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7. Mobile Apps & Augmented Reality
Allows students to point mobile device cameras at objects to identify them
Astronomy students can identify constellations, stars, etc.
Could be used to ask questions on museum tours or historic visits
Different Apps range in price
Smart phones range in prices
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8. Data Management Google Docs, DropBox, Evernote Access files ANYWHERE
Collaborate with others
No purchase necessary
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