Inspiration 7.6/Kidspiration 2.1: Inspiration Software.
www.inspiration.com Software, Single copy $69, Update $39.95 (free to Inspiration 7 and Kidspiration 2 customers)
The updated versions of these visual learning tools include new compatibility with emerging technologies, giving educators more choices in how they use graphic organizers Graphic organizers are visual representations of knowledge, concepts or ideas. They are known to help - relieve learner boredom
- enhance recall
- provide motivation
- create interest
- clarify information
- assist in organizing thoughts
to develop and organize thinking. Enhancements include the ability to draw and write directly on interactive whiteboards An interactive whiteboard is a large interactive display that connects to a computer and projector. A projector projects the computer’s desktop onto the board’s surface, where users control the computer using a pen, finger or other device. and Tablet PCs (1) A tablet computer environment from Microsoft that is based on an enhanced version of Windows XP. Designed to function more like a portable writing tablet than previous tablet-based computers, it includes handwriting recognition as well as the ability to retain handwritten words and syncing to Inspiration for Palm OS. When the software is used with a whiteboard The electronic equivalent of chalk and blackboard, but between remote users. Whiteboard systems allow network participants to simultaneously view one or more users drawing on an on-screen blackboard or running an application. , toolbars can be moved to the bottom of the screen, allowing shorter students to view and use the tools. Current users can download free updates at www.inspiration.com/inspupdate, or www.inspiration.com/kidsupdate, and volume discounts are available.
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