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=Expectations & Outcomes=
 * Expect to leave with a understanding of using handheld devices for learning
 * Participation in discussions on best practice
 * Exposure to a broad array of uses for handheld learning

=For Starters=
 * 1) **What are the qualities of an engaging classroom?** [[image:http://www.learninginhand.com/images/studentlarge.jpg align="right" link="http://www.learninginhand.com/"]]
 * 2) **How can portability enhance learning?**

=Personal Learning Devices= In an increasingly digital and connected world it is becoming more critical to understand the concept of a personal learning device. Personal learning devices can be handheld or laptop computers or even mp3 players (i.e. - iPods) to mobile telephones. One of the desirable features of handheld technology is the instant-on capability. There is no need to wait for the device to "boot up" or load software.


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=Palm Basics= During this time we will explore the handheld to get to know it a little better. We will explore the capabilities and limitations of the device as it applies to learning and the classroom environment. Visit the [| Palm OS] article on the [| Model Schools Wiki] to learn more about the basics of the Palm handheld operating system.

Explore the handheld. **Start clicking on //stuff//**. Yes, that's a technical term ;) Discover what each button does, jot down and questions you have along the way.
 * Task #1**

Conduct an interview of a fellow Enrichment Specialist. The interview questions will be "beamed" to you by the instructor, me. Share out with group.
 * Task #2**

In a small group, read two (2) [|Success Stories] on the Palm Education site.
 * Task #3**
 * Using **MemoPad** record the similarities/differences between two success stories
 * Discuss in your group the contrasts between the two stories

Explore some of the uses throughout the content areas. > Writing > Math > Science > Social Studies > Other
 * Task #4**

Explore the GoKnow suite of applications on the handheld. These include:
 * Task #5**
 * [[image:http://www.goknow.com/images/PR-FW_c01.gif align="center" link="http://www.goknow.com/Products/FreeWrite/"]] || [[image:http://www.goknow.com/images/PR-CE_c01.gif align="center" link="http://www.goknow.com/Products/Cells/"]] || [[image:http://www.goknow.com/images/PR-iKWL_c01.gif align="center" link="http://www.goknow.com/Products/iKWL/"]] || [[image:http://www.goknow.com/images/PR-PI_c01.gif align="center" link="http://www.goknow.com/Products/PiCoMap"]] || [[image:http://www.goknow.com/images/PR-SK_c01.gif align="center" link="http://www.goknow.com/Products/iKWL/"]] ||

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