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ICT and Digital Tools ICT and Digital Tools for College Teachersfor College Teachers

Presented byDr. B. Victor

St. Xavier’s CollegePalayamkottai.

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About the presenterAbout the presenter

Dr.B.Victor is a highly experienced postgraduate biology teacher, recently retired from the reputed educational institution St. Xavier’ s College, Palayamkottai, India-627001.

He was the dean of sciences and assistant controller of examinations.

He has more than 32 years of teaching and research experience

He taught a diversity of courses ranging from pre- university to post graduate classes.

Send your comments : [email protected]

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“If you learn only methods, you’ll be tied to your methods, but if you learn principles, you can devise your own methods”. - Ralph Waldo Emerson.

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Technology Integration 21 st Century skills What are Tools ? Technology Tools ICT skills ICT Tools Graphic tools Digital Tools Knowledge Maps Charts Animation Tools End Note

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The world of Technology is advancing very rapidly.Technology is continuously changing. Change is not always easy. The initial human reaction to change is resistance. Resistance makes for slow change.Change is inevitable. Change led to progress.

Learners must have the ability to adapt to changes

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Technology promotes the skill of learning to learn and improves their learning outcomes. Technology provides “head- heart and hand approach” to learning.

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21st Century Skills21st Century Skills

Digital-Age Literacy

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Basic Basic LiteracyLiteracy

Basic literacy is language proficiency to function on the job and in society.

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Scientific LiteracyScientific LiteracyScientific literacy is knowledge and

understanding of the scientific concepts and processes.

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Economic LiteracyEconomic LiteracyEconomic literacy is the ability to

identify economic problems, alternatives, costs, and benefits.

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Technological LiteracyTechnological LiteracyTechnological literacy is knowledge about

what technology is, how it works, what purposes it can serve, and how it can be used efficiently and effectively to achieve specific goals.

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Visual LiteracyVisual LiteracyVisual literacy is the ability to interpret,

use, appreciate, and create images.

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Information LiteracyInformation LiteracyInformation literacy is the ability to

locate, synthesize, and use information effectively using technology, communication networks, and electronic resources

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Multicultural LiteracyMulticultural LiteracyMulticultural literacy is the ability to

understand and appreciate the similarities and differences in the customs, values, and beliefs of one's own culture and the cultures of others.

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Global AwarenessGlobal Awareness

It is the recognition and understanding of interrelationships among nations, states, sociocultural groups, and individuals across the globe.

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“If the only tool you have is a hammer, you tend to see every problem as a nail.”

Abraham Maslow, Psychologist (1908 – 1970)

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ToolToolss

Tools are wonderful and powerful things. We use hundreds of them every day for a multitude of simple and complex purposes. An alarm clock wakes us up, we clean our teeth with one, we brush our hair with another, we iron our clothes, we butter our toast etc…all with tools .

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Definition of ToolDefinition of Tool

– A tool is defined as, “anything that aids us in accomplishing a task,” .

– Tools and techniques can be broadly defined as the practical methods and skills applied to specific activities to enable improvements.

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Multiple uses of ToolsMultiple uses of Tools Technology is a very versatile

tool, a bit like a screwdriver. A screwdriver can screw and

unscrew screws. it can also be used to pry open

paint tin lids, be used as a stirrer, as a hole punch, as a hammer, as a tool for reaching the object that is always just out of reach etc.

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Multiple uses of Technology Multiple uses of Technology ToolsTools(Thomas et. al. 2002). (Thomas et. al. 2002). Technology can be used as: a tool for inquiry, a tool for construction, a tool for communication, a tool for expression, a tool for productivity and a tool to assist in problem solving and

the making of informed decisions.

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Technology ToolsTechnology ToolsTechnology communication tools- to

collaborate, publish and interact with peers, experts and audiences.

Technology research tools-to locate information, to process data and report results.

Technology productivity tools- construct models

Technology problem solving and decision- making tools

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Use of computer-based Use of computer-based technologytechnology

computer-based services can be used to search for and find relevant information in a range of contexts; computer-based services can be used to retrieve information using a variety of media; computer based services can be used to write, analyze, present and communicate information;

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1. Learning from the Technology2. Learning about the

Technology3. Learning with the Technology.

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The distributed and self – paced learning -at anytime/ anywhere (the World Wide Web provides unlimited data and experiences); Electronic messaging; Virtual learning environments.

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“ Any technology which increase the rate of learning would enable the teacher to teach less and the learner to learn more”

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Information and Information and Communication technology : Communication technology : DefinitionsDefinitionsInformation technology (IT) is

defined as the study or use of electronic equipment, especially computers for storing, analysing and sending out information.

Communication technology is the process of sending, receiving and exchanging information.

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New digital paradigmNew digital paradigmICT become a key element in economic

development.ICT plays significant role in the growth of

societies and economies and poverty alleviation.

ICT provides more responsive and transparent governance as well as improving the reach and delivery of health, education and other social services.

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ICT literacy basically involves using digital technology, communication tools and/or access, manage, integrate, evaluate and create information in order to function in a knowledge society.

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EFFICIENCY:• FASTER• CHEAPER• FEWER STEPS• LESS PEOPLE• LESS PAPER WORK

EFFECTIVENESS:EFFECTIVENESS:MOST INTERACTIVE•FEWER ERRORS•CUSTOMIZED•PERSONALIZED•ARCHIVABLE•TRANSPARENT•SEARCHABLE

INNOVATIONINNOVATION•NEW PRODUCTS

•NEW TECHNIQUES

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As a source of KnowledgeAs a medium to transit KnowledgeAs a means of interaction / dialogue

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Multimedia PC, Laptop, Notebook. CDs& DVDs. digital video, still

camera. Internet and its tools- e-

mail ,browsers, website, search engines, chat etc.

Video /audio conferencing. Digital libraries. Interactive TVs. Microsoft publishing ,news letter,

poster, brochure.

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Word processing -documents, notes, projects, assignments

Spread sheet programming -records, exam scores Data bases -information storage Graphing software -to prepare teaching-learning

resources Developing Multimedia kits -to make process

interesting Internet and e-mail facilities -to gain knowledge Games and simulations -to improve quality of learning

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ICT helps to provide interactive learning experiences

ICT stimulate and motivate learners ICT provide comfortable learning . ICT tools aids of in the understanding of

difficult concepts and processes ICT caters to different learning styles ICT helps students to gain valuable computer

skills. ICT aids in collaboration and group work.

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Advantages of Advantages of ICTICT

resource sharing;  wide variety of services;  flexibility;  reliability;  faster speed;  cheaper cost. 

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ICT facilitate collaboration and communication. ICT aid in the visualization of difficult concepts ICT promote creativity. ICT enable multiplier effect of documents.ICT provide flexibility and variety in learning. ICT provide a multimedia presence in the classroom.

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Creativity Flexibility Logistic skills

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A graph is a diagram showing numerical trends and relationships.

A good graph makes information vivid, memorable and meaningful.

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Statistical Statistical Graphics-1Graphics-1

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Statistical Statistical Graphics-2Graphics-2

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Statistical Statistical Graphics-3Graphics-3

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Statistical graphs-Statistical graphs-44

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Statistical graphs-Statistical graphs-55

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The best graphs communicate their purpose with ease.

They show trends and relationships.They attract attention.

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Clarity of message.Simplicity of designClarity of wordsIntegrity of intentions and action

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DefinitionDefinitionThey are visual representations

of knowledge.It is a frame used to organize

information

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Graphic organizers Cognitive organizers Advance organizers Concept maps Concept diagrams Thinking maps

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A visual representation of knowledge

A Way of structuring information into organized patterns

A Way to promote active learningA Way to access students' previous

experience and knowledge

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1. Graphic organizers help to communicate large amounts of information more easily

2. They allow easy editing and drawing different perspectives

3. They are flexible in application4. They are ideal for many types of learners5. They offer greater retention

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Preparation of Preparation of Knowledge Knowledge mapsmaps

Generate ideas

Structure ideas

Compute the Kmap

Edit the Kmap

Present the Kmap

Evaluate the Kmap

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Knowledge maps come in different forms:

oEach one best suited for organizing a particular type of information

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What are the different What are the different types of types of Knowledge Knowledge mapsmaps?? Hierarchical organizers- present main

ideas and supporting details in ranking order, Comparative organizers- depict

similarities among key concepts, Sequential organizers- illustrate a series

of steps or place events in a chronological order,

Cyclical organizers- depict a series of events that have no beginning or end,

Conceptual organizers- include a main concept with supporting facts, evidence, or characteristics(Bromley, et al., 1998).

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Kinds of KmapsKinds of Kmaps

Knowledge maps

Brain – storming webs Task – specific maps

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Brain – storming webs

Concept map Mind mapFishbone mapSpider map

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Task – specific maps

Bubble map Double bubble map Circle map Chain of events Clustering map  Cycle map  Brace map Venn diagram

Interaction outline Problem/solution Persuasion map Time – order map E-map Flow map Tree map

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A concept may have main topic in the center and lines radiating in all directions with sub-topics and facts branching off from the main topic.

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Components of Components of concept mapsconcept maps

Nodes represent concepts. Lines represent relations between

concepts. Labels on the lines describe the

nature of the relationship. Arrow heads indicate direction of the

relationship.

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Hierarchical Hierarchical mapmap

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Non- hierarchical Non- hierarchical mapmap

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Concept map on waterConcept map on water

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Concept map on organic molecules

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Concept map on Concept map on PhotosynthesisPhotosynthesis

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Concept map on Physical Concept map on Physical fitnessfitness

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Mind mapping was originated by Tony Buzan in 1971. Mind mapping involves writing down a central idea and thinking up new and related ideas which radiate out from the centre. Then looking for branches out and connections between the ideas.

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Mind mappingMind mapping

Mind mapping is a process of taking or making notes.Mind mapping increase the quality of thinking

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Mind MappingMind Mapping

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Mind map on PollutionMind map on Pollution

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Mind map on Forms of Mind map on Forms of EnergyEnergy

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Task specific MapsTask specific Maps

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Fishbone mappingFishbone mapping

The ‘Head’ of the fish represents a problem, issue or project.

The ‘Ribs’ of the fish represent component parts of the problem and related elements of each part.

It helps to identify, explore and display the possible causes of a problem.

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Fishbone mappingFishbone mapping

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This map is used to brainstorm ideas.This map is used to brainstorm ideas.This map is organized by placing the This map is organized by placing the theme in the center of the map.theme in the center of the map.Outwardly radiating sub-themes Outwardly radiating sub-themes surround the center of the map.surround the center of the map.

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Spider mappingSpider mapping

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The bubble map is designed for the The bubble map is designed for the process of describing attributes. process of describing attributes. Eg. Character traits, cultural traits, Eg. Character traits, cultural traits, properties, salient featuresproperties, salient features..

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Bubble map-ExampleBubble map-Example

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This map is used for comparing and contrasting This map is used for comparing and contrasting two thinks. Eg. Two characters in story, two two thinks. Eg. Two characters in story, two historical figures, two social systems.historical figures, two social systems.

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Double bubble map-ExampleDouble bubble map-Example

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This map is used for seeking context and brainstorming . It has two concentric circles. In the middle of the circle you put the key ideas and the out side circle you put everything you know about those ideas.

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Circle map-ExampleCircle map-Example

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Cluster map-Cluster map-ExampleExample

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It generates ideas, images and feelings around a stimulus word. It helps to organize descriptive information on a topic. It enables to group items into categories and to see patterns in one’s idea.

 

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Clustering mapClustering map

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Cycle attempts to show how a series of events interacts to produce a set of results again and again.

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Cycle map-ExampleCycle map-Example

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Cycle map-ExampleCycle map-Example

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This map is used for identifying the part-whole, physical relationship of an objective.

By representing whole – part and part- sub part relationships, this map supports learners’ spatial reasoning.

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A Venn diagram is made of two overlapping circles. It is to analyze similarities and differences between

two things (people, place, events, ideas) It places individual characteristics in either the left

or right sections, and common characteristics within the overlapping sections.

Unique traits

Unique traits

Shared traits

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Venn diagram-ExampleVenn diagram-Example

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It is used to represent the details of any four events related to a topic.

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It is used to represent any three details / subordinate categories of a topic.

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Flow map represents the sequence of steps

in producing a product or describes a process.

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It displays the key term at the top and leads down to relate sub-branches of a concept or an organization or function of a body.

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Tree diagram-ExampleTree diagram-Example

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It is used to describe the stages of the steps in a linear procedure, the sequence of events, the goals, the actions and the outcomes of a character in a novel.

First Event

Second Event

Final Event

Beginning

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Problem –solution mapProblem –solution map

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Single cause/ Multiple EffectSingle cause/ Multiple Effect

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Multiple Causes / Single EffectMultiple Causes / Single Effect

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Brain Damage

Drug Use

Liver Damage

Death

Poor diet

AggressiveLoss of Friends

Stealing

Jail

Low self concept

Loss of Intelligence

Social Outcast

BehaviorChanges

Social Withdrawal

Mind Changes

Impaired memory

Ad

dic

tio

n

Overdose

Ex

pe

nse

Sell drugs to support

habit

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Single Cause / Single Cause / multiple effectsmultiple effects

Lung Cancer

Shortness of breath

Decreased athletic ability

Lip, Tongue, ThroatCancer

Coughing

Poor circulation

Addiction

Stained teeth, hands

Smelly breath, hair, clothes

BronchitisEmphysema

Expensive

Heart attack

Food tastes bland

loss of appetite

Medical Bills

Fire hazard

Burn holes in clothes

Bed, Furniture,Cars, Home burn-up

Personal appearance

SMOKING

Heart disease

Respiratory Infections

Cancer

Reduced sense of

taste

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Narrative mapNarrative map

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Problem –solution mapProblem –solution map

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Character-traits (events) Character-traits (events) mapmap

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SIMPLE GRAPHICS- 1SIMPLE GRAPHICS- 1

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SIMPLE GRAPHICS-2SIMPLE GRAPHICS-2

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ChartsCharts

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T ChartT Chart

Used for comparing and contrasting by placing individual characteristics in either the left or right sections.

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Compare/ contrast chartCompare/ contrast chart

Used to show similarities and differences between two things (people, places, events, ideas, etc.).

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KWLH ChartKWLH Chart

K – What we KNOW about the subject.W - What we WANT to learn.L - What we LEARNED

H – HOW can we learn more.

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KWL ChartKWL Chart

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PMI evaluationPMI evaluation

Use to show positive, negative, and interesting attributes of a subject, concept, topic, solution, etc., in order to determine the nature of the outcome and whether it will be worth continuing or not.

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VISUAL TOOLSVISUAL TOOLS

1. To clarify your point2. To emphasize your

point3. To simplify your point4. To unify your point5. To impress your learner

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