Palm+Science

Handhelds and science go, well, hand in hand. One of the most effective ways to use a handheld for learning is to write or sketch observations, record data via science probes, as well as work through simulations. Handheld computers can do all of these and more.

> **[|Palm Education Quick Guide - Science]** > "//Science is all about wonder and curiosity and educators// > //are always looking for innovative ways to extend the reach of classroom// > //content beyond the classroom walls. Wouldn’t it be nice to// > //have a resource that matches a student’s natural urge to explore// > //with powerful, easy-to-use tools for learning? With a Palm® handheld,// > //students can organize, analyze and calculate as they discover// > //the wonders of science."// = = =Ideas=
 * Using **MemoPad** to record observations
 * Use **NotePad** to sketch drawings of observations
 * Use **PowerOne** graph data

=Applications= =Science Probeware= Using handheld computers and science probes students can investigate remote areas to investigate and record data about their environment.
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