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Technology Resources

 **Video Streaming:** Video Streaming is the simultaneous transfer of digital media (video, voice and data) so that it is received as a continuous real-time stream. Streamed data is transmitted by a server application and received and displayed in real-time by client applications such as Microsoft's Windows Media Player or QuickTime PlayerVideo. Streaming allows the teacher to enhance the classroom experience by playing media in the classroom with a simple click on a web link. Students can access the videos to study for exams, review information that they may have not clearly understood, or watch the video to build on what was presented in class.

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 **Webcasting:** Webcasting is the Internet broadcasting of streaming audio possibly accompanied by streaming video so that it can be viewed via a Web browser on a personal computer. Lecture sessions are recorded using fixed or portable camera systems, and wired networks collect feeds directly from presentation equipment. Webcasting in education allows visual and audio communications that is interactive, engaging, flexible, scalable, and robust. Webcasts can be accessed in real-time or via archives making it useful for communications, information sharing, knowledge building, and learning.

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 **Laptop Labs:** Mobile laptop labs turn your classroom into a computer lab within a matter of minutes. Laptops are in a cart that locks, stores and acts as a power surge for the laptops. They contain integrated wireless technology so students can collaborate on projects and an external power source so students can keep working even when laptop batteries are running low. Mobile laptop labs save on space and increase instructional time because students do not have to be transported. Depending on how many laptops you have and the goals of the lesson, they can be used individually by students, in cooperative groups, or in large group activities. The opportunities to use laptop computers as an integral part of educational activities are endless.

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 Pixie: Pixie is an exciting creativity software students can use to share ideas, imagination, and understanding through a combination of text, original artwork, voice narration, and images. Students can select the "stickers" tab within the program to access images and clipart listed by category. There are also pre-made activities, templates, and worksheets available to students. Export options allow students to share their work as images, movies, slide shows, comic strips, trading cards and web sites. Resource: http://etoolbox.wikispaces.com/pixie