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List of suggestions for managing your classroom in a technology-rich environment

The Tablet PC is an intriguing new development in portable computing technology. This article describes the Tablet PC, gives some technical details, compares the Tablet PC to other forms of computer, provides an example of actual classroom use at the University of Illinois, and suggests further research on, and potential applications of, this technology in classroom instruction.

A tablet-specific tool for classroom collaboration and screen-sharing

Potential use in place of DyKnow for schools on a budget?

Why should I purchase my tablet through Rocky Hill when I might find a less expensive machine through another source (a bricks and mortar or Internet retail store, for example)?\n\nWe strongly recommend that families purchase the tablet through the school's laptop purchase program. Classroom instruction using technology is more effective when all students work with the same tools; consistency and compatibility reduce the possibility of confusion and wasted class time. While it may seem that a comparable tablet could be purchased at a lower price on the outside, families should remember that laptops purchased through RHS come with features and services that are not always included in the laptop packages offered at retail stores. Purchasing these items separately almost always results in a higher total cost. The RHS tablets are bundled with software needed to operate in the RHS environment, at a savings not available through retail outlets. The customized configuration that is loaded on each tablet makes the transition from the shipping box to the classroom almost seamless. Additionally, we provide significant value-added services in the area of maintenance and support with the goal of minimizing down time should a problem arise; a laptop from our loaner pool is always available to students who purchase their laptop through RHS.\n\n

Teacher Tech Tuesdays - Get connected and collaborate in your Classroom with Office OneNote Live Jan 20 1:00PM-2:30PM Pacific Time

Printable resources - site says homeschooling, but there are a number of printable pieces that would work for classrooms, including handwriting paper, graph paper, etc. These would be very useful on tablets and with OneNote.

19 Uses for Comic Life in the classroom

Great group-sourced collection of ideas.

A Tablet PC is a unique type of computer that allows the user to "ink" his or her input - words, sketches, diagrams and even math and science notations - and have them saved digitally. It can offer teachers new solutions for teaching and engage students so they are excited about coming to class - or doing fieldwork - and learning. The key to innovation is in their flexibility and mobility. This eBook provides information about them and classroom examples that show how they are taking educational computing far beyond the capabilities of the conventional notebook and where they are making a difference in teaching and learning. We hope you will enjoy reading about this exciting new technology.

Techniques for using tablets

I've started a list of techniques for using tablets

Watch a teleconference between educators from the Forest Ridge Sacred Heart School and the East Asian Regional Conference of Schools. The meeting focused on the use of Microsoft Office OneNote and technology in the classroom.

InkSurvey Tool - A classroom response system for Tablet PCs (free for non-commercial use by educators)

Starts at $469!

The NOBi Convertible Netbook PC has a number of new unique features, while maintaining the youth-friendly elements of light weight, ruggedization, water-resistant keyboard, and ergonomic design with carrying handle. These added new features expand usage models and opportunities. Tablet Mode: More flexibility to get more comfortable, move around, Increased mobility for anywhere usage, Simple UI shell and launcher for tablet mode Touch Screen User Input: Allows writing and drawing, Supports resting hands on the screen, Enables enhanced classroom interaction and collaboration Enhanced Software: Easier network connection, Fosters collaboration, HW-optimized apps and easy network management

Lausanne Laptop Institute 2007 - My Tablet Changed My Life\nSaint Mary's School Faculty have had tablets for two years and students have had them for one year. This provides an overview of the program including funding, hardware, and software and a look at what teachers are doing in the classroom with tablets.\nPowerPoint Handouts

Integration presentations for tablets in the classroom

Livenotes is a Tablet-PC based application that supports cooperative learning in classrooms. Livenotes integrates the functions of augmented note-taking and notes sharing among small groups

Dr. Katherine Clark was thrilled when she first learned about Tablet PCs. "I truly believe," she says, "that they will have the greatest impact on education since we first brought computers into the classroom." She should know. Clark is the princi

This book is a practical guide for educators who would like to use tablet PCs to instruct, communicate, and collaborate in the classroom.

Great basic tutorials for people starting out with macs. Classroom focused but useful for anyone.