Dropping 200 lbs in 1 year - Will tablets replace standard textbooks? - Classroom 2.02024-03-28T12:55:36Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/dropping-200-lbs-in-1-year?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A517699&feed=yes&xn_auth=noI like the catchy headline fo…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-08:649749:Comment:5750432010-12-08T02:10:45.576ZLaurenhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/LaurenLonsberry
I like the catchy headline for this post! It's an attention grabber for sure. There definitely should be a wave of textbook updates sometime in the future. If schools look at the fiscal differences alone, most will jump at the chance to save what they can.
I like the catchy headline for this post! It's an attention grabber for sure. There definitely should be a wave of textbook updates sometime in the future. If schools look at the fiscal differences alone, most will jump at the chance to save what they can. Bill, I really don't think th…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-08:649749:Comment:5750412010-12-08T02:07:42.224ZE Cohenhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/EronCohen
Bill, I really don't think there is going to be backsliding trend in general. IMHO, iPads as a brand may or may not go out of style, but not digital textbooks. Exactly what device kids use to read them in 10 years may be a question, but I would bet that schools/kids can get rid of their lockers, backpacks and desks.
Bill, I really don't think there is going to be backsliding trend in general. IMHO, iPads as a brand may or may not go out of style, but not digital textbooks. Exactly what device kids use to read them in 10 years may be a question, but I would bet that schools/kids can get rid of their lockers, backpacks and desks. Having an iPad or an electron…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-08:649749:Comment:5750162010-12-08T01:39:42.243ZBill Martinhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/BillMartin
Having an iPad or an electronic reader can definitely reduce the cost of books, but I wonder what happens when, or if, these devices are no longer the "cool' thing to have. Could we wind up eventually reverting back to the old textbooks and heavy backpacks? Don't get me wrong, I am all for these devices, especially if it serves as a positive in the classroom.
Having an iPad or an electronic reader can definitely reduce the cost of books, but I wonder what happens when, or if, these devices are no longer the "cool' thing to have. Could we wind up eventually reverting back to the old textbooks and heavy backpacks? Don't get me wrong, I am all for these devices, especially if it serves as a positive in the classroom. I don't think book publishers…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-05:649749:Comment:5742332010-12-05T01:36:27.119ZE Cohenhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/EronCohen
I don't think book publishers will be in trouble yet. For now, I think it is just textbook PRINTERS that will be in trouble. Publishers will still be able to collect fees for electronic versions of their materials.
I don't think book publishers will be in trouble yet. For now, I think it is just textbook PRINTERS that will be in trouble. Publishers will still be able to collect fees for electronic versions of their materials. I think eventually textbook p…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-02:649749:Comment:5737262010-12-02T15:29:24.523Zblankhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/SamanthaHuizar
I think eventually textbook publishers will be in trouble once ipads become more popular amongst college students. Ipads are a one time fee of about $500 and I know this because my sister just bought an ipad recently. With the ipads you can purchase books online for cheaper by websites that allow you to download the textbooks. Once all the books you need are downloaded you have this lightweight tablet that replaces a backpack all together. As time goes on elem schools will have enough money to…
I think eventually textbook publishers will be in trouble once ipads become more popular amongst college students. Ipads are a one time fee of about $500 and I know this because my sister just bought an ipad recently. With the ipads you can purchase books online for cheaper by websites that allow you to download the textbooks. Once all the books you need are downloaded you have this lightweight tablet that replaces a backpack all together. As time goes on elem schools will have enough money to fund for ipads and there are multiple things the students can do with the ipads to keep the learning going after reading on the ipad. The great things about these technological tablets is the convenience to have everything at your hands! It is true that you spend mor…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-12-02:649749:Comment:5736902010-12-02T14:38:24.122ZKaren Moraleshttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/KarenMorales
It is true that you spend more money buying textbooks when you could spend half in a device like the ipad and get your textbooks off from there, but i think that textbooks are easier to read and less complicated.
It is true that you spend more money buying textbooks when you could spend half in a device like the ipad and get your textbooks off from there, but i think that textbooks are easier to read and less complicated. I think it's a good idea to i…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-11-02:649749:Comment:5250572010-11-02T23:38:57.673ZTamarahttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Tamara604
I think it's a good idea to implement tablets and i pads in the classroom. The only thing is, they need to be implemented gradually. I-pads and tablets can not only involve electronic print, they can also provide media and lesson apps. Basically, i-pads and tablets have the potential to be much more effective than textbooks, but teachers need to learn how to implement them properly.
I think it's a good idea to implement tablets and i pads in the classroom. The only thing is, they need to be implemented gradually. I-pads and tablets can not only involve electronic print, they can also provide media and lesson apps. Basically, i-pads and tablets have the potential to be much more effective than textbooks, but teachers need to learn how to implement them properly. Almost anything online offers…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-11-01:649749:Comment:5242072010-11-01T04:12:12.913ZAmy Broomfieldhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/AmyBroomfield
Almost anything online offers both the dangers of surfing but also the protection of locks and filters that can be easily added by any addministartor. I dont think we should let this problem hold us back, schools have always found a way to prevent this on basic computers, so I would think tablets would be the same. I feel technology is a great addition t the classroom as long as it is properly regulated.
Almost anything online offers both the dangers of surfing but also the protection of locks and filters that can be easily added by any addministartor. I dont think we should let this problem hold us back, schools have always found a way to prevent this on basic computers, so I would think tablets would be the same. I feel technology is a great addition t the classroom as long as it is properly regulated. This does seem to be the inev…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-11-01:649749:Comment:5240672010-11-01T00:52:12.547ZBill Martinhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/BillMartin
This does seem to be the inevitable future coming at us. As time progresses, the cost will come down and not be so much of an issue, except for who pays for the tablet? One major concern I have is if a student uses a Tablet PC, is how to keep them on task and not surfing the internet during class. Outside of that, I do not see too many other serious issues.
This does seem to be the inevitable future coming at us. As time progresses, the cost will come down and not be so much of an issue, except for who pays for the tablet? One major concern I have is if a student uses a Tablet PC, is how to keep them on task and not surfing the internet during class. Outside of that, I do not see too many other serious issues. Agreed, but I still think the…tag:www.classroom20.com,2010-10-13:649749:Comment:5180072010-10-13T12:30:51.068ZJonathan Wyliehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/JonathanWylie
Agreed, but I still think the interactive element will play a big part in the future, and at the moment, e-ink does not really have the capability to support that. Look at some of the e-zines you can buy for the iPad that have videos to watch, pictures you can revolve 360 degrees etc. This is what I see a good e-textbook of the future including.
Agreed, but I still think the interactive element will play a big part in the future, and at the moment, e-ink does not really have the capability to support that. Look at some of the e-zines you can buy for the iPad that have videos to watch, pictures you can revolve 360 degrees etc. This is what I see a good e-textbook of the future including.