Classroom Technology Symantha M Mallek Michael Andrew Lopez Alvin Hiep Huu Nguyen New Literacies New Technologies: Smart pads/ tablets Elmos Electronic books Laptops Internet Explanation of new literacies Benefits of new literacies Internet Literacy Internet literacy is the ability to access, understand, critique, and create information and communication content online It is important because information on the internet is not always authoritative. Additional Reading: Becoming Internet Literate To become Internet Literate evaluate the following points, Authority What makes the writer qualified to present information. Accuracy Can the information be verified? Bias Does the writer give arguments from both sides? Currency Is the information current Coverage Is the topic covered well? The SMARTboard IS IT REALLY SMART? The SMARTBoard is an interactive whiteboard that improves the way you meet, teach, train and present. It combines the look and feel of a regular whiteboard with the power of a computer so you can save and print notes, collaborate on electronic documents, share information and run multimedia materials. WHAT DOES IT HELP WITH? Frees you from the podium Allows for class interactivity Allows for ease of application change You can write on the SMARTBoard It is great for explaining progressive clicks on database web interfaces a strong tool for instructors need to meet visual learners. Demonstration of a SMARTboard in use: SMARTboard Pricing The specifications will determine price, including size of the board, whether you want a rear or front- projection board, and whether you want it to be mobile (on wheels) or permanently mounted. The current price range appears to be from $1,400 to $10,500, depending upon various options Additional Reading: bit.ly/ysMH6o Conclusion New literacies are the way to connect to new generation New classroom technology benefits Student performance Increased productivity Better attendance rate Resource portability Better connection with students Works Cited Livingstone, Sonia. "Internet Literacy: Young People's Negotiation of New Online Opportunities." Digital Young, Innovation, and the Unexpected 1 (2007): MIT Press Journals. Web. 16 Sept "ABCs of Web Literacy: Interactive Tutorial." Ask Us/Get Help. University of Pennsylvania, 12 Dec Web. 19 Sept "Smart Board." Wikipedia. Wikimedia Foundation, 18 Sept Web. 21 Sept