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Assistive Technologies

Graphics Tablet
CODY KOSLOWSKI
EDU 214
What is a Graphics Tablet?

 The physical features of this are the same as any electronic tablet such as an Ipad
 It allows teacher and in some cases student to write on the smart board from anywhere in
the class room

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Are Graphics Tablets helpful?

 The answer to this question is yes for a couple of reasons


 First it gives students the chance to enhance their skills with new technologies
 It allows all students to participate during class at the same time

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Video on how
Graphics Tablets
work
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JK
KNJW_rbR0
Website about this tablet:
https://www.wacom.com/en-us/product
s/pen-tablets/wacom-intuos
Pros vs. Cons of a Graphics Tablet

Pros Cons
 Allows teachers to present on the smartboard  Has to be plugged in to a device, wire may be
or computer from desk in the way
 Allows students to express artistic features  Downloads need to be installed in the
computer before use
 Can be used as a mouse for a computer
 Easy to Learn
References

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKKNJW_rbR0
 https://www.wacom.com/en-us/products/pen-tablets/wacom-intuos
 http://ezproxy.library.csn.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=tru
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