1. *Smart Boards*

2. What it is? The interactive Smart Board uses touch for input.
The projector’s screen display is a computer screen.
A projector connected to the computer displays the computer’s desktop image on the interactive whiteboard.
Smart Board products are compatible with both Windows and Macintosh computers.
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3. Who created it?
The smart board was invented in 1991 by a girl named Jaimie-Lee Wilson.

4. How much does it cost?
The cost of model can vary but is roughly $3,500 per classroom, as of 2009.
The new technology is funded through some school systems, but more often they are purchased with the help of parents through fund raising activities.

5. Technology in the Classroom
Students love the interactive, hands-on method of learning. It’s a great visual and lots of fun.
The touch screen allows educators and students to navigate their way through the Internet and other daily lesson plans without the use or chalk or markers---just a touch of the hand.
The Smart Board system also has digital ink, which allows teachers to write over applications on the screen.
Class lessons can be saved and easily retrieved for future reference.

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7. *Reading Pen*

8. What it is?
The Reading pen is the world's only portable reading device for dyslexic users. It  is a revolutionary "assistive technology" tool for individuals dealing with reading disabilities, e.g., dyslexia, and literacy issues.
Recognizes over 240,000 words
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9. Who created it?
The manufacturers of the Reading Pen, Wizcom Technologies.

10. How much does it cost?
The reading pen cost between two to three hundred dollars.

11. Technology in the classroom
Motivates students to read more
Helps slow readers or ESL students to learn to read as well as understand what is being read

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