For Educators: Tablets are flexible productivity tools, enabling better classroom interaction; higher-impact presentations; greater knowledge retention; and more efficient lecture planning and appraisal processes.


For Students: Tablets are full-featured, all-in-one devices to store learning materials, take notes, study coursework, work on papers and projects, submit homework, and take exams. > Learn More


For Educators


Results With Motion Tablet Use

  • Innovative use of technology in the classroom, differentiating learning processes, methods and tools from the competition


  • Greater efficiency in materials distribution and homework submission


  • A more creative and stimulating environment, capturing students’ attention and increasing students’ knowledge retention

Use Case

Benefits

Lectures and Presentations
  • Deliver interactive, engaging lectures
  • Use handwriting on electronic whiteboards to reinforce key points

Cross-Campus Productivity
  • Develop flexible, “mobile teaching” style in and around the classroom
  • Improve productivity between classes

Dissemination of Learning Materials
  • Distribute coursework and exams electronically over a wireless connection
  • Assign eBook reading assignments

Grading and Appraisals
  • Grade papers and exams with personal notes in handwritten digital ink
  • Implement electronic testing methods

Fieldwork and Labwork
  • Increase external learning opportunities
  • Offer hands-on teaching using digital ink diagrams and sketches

For Students


Results With Motion Tablet Use

  • Increased knowledge retention
    - Lectures and discussions become more interactive & engaging
    - Ability to capture and search electronic notes reinforces learning
  • Greater team participation
    - Teamwork is encouraged through real-time, computer-based collaboration
  • Better project analysis and results
    - Capturing and analyzing data during hands-on labwork and group work improves learning
  • Cross-campus productivity
    - Students can reference materials, work on projects, and submit homework from anywhere

Use Case

Benefits

Note-Taking & Annotating Text
  • Take notes using digital ink then search handwritten notes to review key points
  • Annotate & highlight text electronically

Recording Lectures
  • Make audio recordings of lectures and discussions to reinforce learning
  • “Bookmark” key points for later review

Electronic Coursework and Assignments
  • Receive delivery of eBooks and coursework electronically
  • Read naturally using slate form factor

Complete Exams and Appraisals
  • Take on-line exams anywhere
  • Complete and submit homework and teacher appraisals instantly online

Cross-Campus Productivity
  • Study and work virtually anywhere, whether standing, sitting or walking
  • Carry less weight with all-in-one device

Case Studies

Motion Tablet PCs Receive High Marks at Celebration High School

MGD Computer Systems and Al Bayan School
Bringing Tablet PCs to Middle East Education


Education Partners

Education Software and Hardware Partners


Education Partners

Educause - A nonprofit association whose mission is to advance higher education by promoting the intelligent use of information technology.


Education Tablet Accessories

See the key Motion Tablet PC accessories that can optimize your work environment
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Industry Quotes

“It's about getting [students] physically and visually interested in learning," …

“The teacher who thinks [he or she] can accomplish everything with lecture notes is really going to lose out. ... This is about extending the ability to use technology in the classroom."

“As a presentation tool … the tablet coupled with a wireless environment is virtually unmatched in its potential.”

"Wireless Tablet PC labs allow sharing of systems among classrooms"

– eschool News, Tablet PCs Make Mark in Schools