Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Content Exploration Blog Post

1. The Fly Pen tool is a fun and interactive way for students to learn how to write english and foreign languages. The tool requires a computer and a Fly Pen notebook for writing. In order to write one takes the Fly Pen and writes on a piece of paper that sends the image to the computer screen. The program then has an audio voice that reads whatever was written. There are several games and different applications for this tool. It can even be used as a Spanish Translator.

2. http://www.flyworld.com/ is where you can order different software for this program. Through it students can learn to do Algebra, Writing, Mulitplication and Division, etc.

3. http://www.leapfrog.com/etc/medialib/leapfrog/fly/ffls_37735.Par.40053.File.tmp/Users/na/Desktop/Parent%20Guides/FFLS_37735_PG.pdf This PDF file is a user guide on how to use the Fly Fusion Pentop. In a classroom I would use this tool to teach students how to edit work as they go and learn new languages. Although it is a very confusing application to use at first, once one is instructed on how to properly use it the tool becomes a fun and engaging exercise.