introduction to pda in education. objective the main objective of the seminar is to introduce both...
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Introduction to PDAin Education
Objective
The main objective of the seminar is to introduce both students and teachers on using PDAs in school. Topics covered include
What is PDA? Various types of PDAs? Why is it becoming increasingly popular? Why will it benefit me? What role will PDA’s play for me at work
and home?
What is PDA?
Personal Digital Assistant It is a small, compact portable computer that
only performs a certain amount of tasks. It is a digital PIM
Personal Information Manager Entertainment Center Portable Office – Electronic Secretary Communication Centre
Kewl….where do I get one?
Hold on….need to think… Need to know which one you want.
Just like computers, you need to know what operating system (O/S) you want to use?
Each OS have their own pros and cons Really depends on the user…that’s YOU
PDA O/S:
Most popular but is not the most original PDA OS Very first one was Apple Newton
Palm started under 3Com and now has other clones such as Handspring, Sony, just to name a few
Dominates about 80% of market More companies are switching from
standard PDA to SmartPhones
PDA O/S:
+ Cross platform to Windows and Macintosh easily
+/- Integrates to Office products with use of 3rd party software (Document to Go or QuickOffice)
+ More economical models
- Not 100% multimedia Adobe Acrobat – yes Web – yes Flash – no RealAudio - no
+ More shareware than any other OS
Used widely on campuses
Networking is tricky
PDA O/S:
Previously PocketPC and WindowsCE Combines
WindowsMobile TabletPC
Like duh…Microsoft!!! Gaining popularity
PDA O/S:
+ Costly More affordable
equipment are coming out
- Platform Works mostly with
Windows There are kits
available to work with Macintosh
+ Integrates with Office beautifully Isn’t that a
surprise??? + Multimedia
Acrobat – yes Flash – yes Web - yes
PDA O/S:
Wireless connections to LAN and Network is stronger Works with
Bluetooth better than Palm
Shareware is exploding New ones everyday
PDA O/S: Pocket LINUX
Relatively new… Introduced in 2002 with Sharp Zarus Linux combined with Java
LINUX was developed by Linus Torvalds LINUX is becoming more popular in 2003
The movie Sinbad this year was made entirely on LINUX
LINUX is more secured and economical
- Not 100% compatible to MS Office - Not as many shareware available
Almost no educational…yet + Affordable + Fast + Secured
PDA O/S: Pocket LINUX
Ok…so which one should I get?
Have to ask yourself What kind of environment do I want to work
with? Palm vs. WindowsMobile vs. PocketLINUX vs. J2ME
What kind of things do I plan to do on the PDA? What kind of money am I willing to spend?
PDA, Shareware, Accessories What desktop software do I plan to use in
conjunction with the PDA?
Why are PDAs becoming increasingly popular?
Mobility Allow use of recording information,
including a database and synchronize both home and office
Ideal use for Microsoft Applications, Adobe Acrobat and Microsoft Reader
Mobile entertainment Listen to music on PDAs
Why are PDAs becoming increasingly popular?
Communication Popular use of Wireless communications Can use wired communications too
Special cards are used
Access network with PDAs at home, office, and even Starbucks Coffee with TMobile HotSpot Many high school and college campuses are using
wireless communications for use with PDAs
Why are PDAs becoming increasingly popular?
Security Information on PDA are often times more
secured than your laptop Some PDAs can be set up for finger
printing access PDAs can also be stolen too
Get those extended warranties
What role will PDA play in the classrooms?
According to research done by Syllabus magazine, there is an indication of a growth of campuses utilizing mobile computing technology
It includes PDAs, laptops and TabletPC Pasadena City College just completed their
wireless network, allowing instructors and students to link to the network
WebCT is working on PDA versions of their CMS
What role will PDA play in the classrooms?
Attention and retention is higher because students can take notes on their laptops, and/or PDAs and take it home and work from that. May even help remind them cues
from lectures Most students will work faster and
more efficient on digital technology
What role will PDA play in the classrooms?
For the teacher, it will make classroom administration and regular classroom tasks easier Have you ever wanted to jot down something
that came up during a lecture or in a conversation with a student and you need to write it down With a PDA close at hand, grab it, write it, done!
Can check e-mail regularly
What role will PDA play in the office?
eBooks are becoming more and more popular tool of reading Microsoft Reader and Adobe Acrobat eBooks can be bought online, download
and install
Conclusion
PDAs are becoming increasingly popular and more affordable, making it easier for schools, faculty, staff, and students to work digitally whenever possible
Research indicates that using digital technology in the classroom is attractive to students and faculty alike, therefore increasing attendance, retention and participation.
Conclusion
If you use a PDA as a habit, it can help you manage your schedule, work and even lifestyle, allowing you to spend more quality time with your students, family, and friends If you are new, you must make it a habit
to use it…a discipline that takes time
PDA References
Shareware www.handango.com www.palmgearhq.com www.pocketgear.com www.tucows.com www.download.com/mobile
PDA References
Books for Palm Palm Computing for Dummies How to Do Everything with your Palm
Handheld Palm Handhelds Visual QuickStart Guide
Books for WindowsMobile Unauthorized Guide to WindowsMobile How to Do Everything with
WindowsMobile
Buying a PDA
Make sure to take advantage of your academic price GovConnection
Tim Vanassee – 800-800-0019, x 33365 CDWG
Michelle Joyce – 866-222-2884 TRC (approved by Chancellor Office)
Tim Lilly – 800-517-2320. x 207