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by Cheryl Waters Likins on November 8th, 2009
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Liquid crystal display (LCD) projectors transmit images, text, videos and presentations to a screen. Digital technology substantially complements classroom teaching. K-12 students are a product of their modern environment, which includes computers, HDTVs and digital cameras. Because multimedia is indeed a part of students' everyday lives, it stands to reason that integrating technology into the curriculum is value-added. Augment your lessons with this important teaching tool. According to the U.S. Office of Educational Technology, technology like LCDs are effective teaching tools. LCD projectors help instructors to facilitate the achievement of students' learning outcomes. LCD projector technology enables educators to present multimedia content appropriate for a variety of students with different learning styles. Students with auditory, visual or kinesthetic learning styles benefit from engaging multimedia lessons that correlate with their strengths. Students can participate in real-time, interactive activities. Problem-solving activities promote the development of critical thinking skills. Students work collaboratively in groups and make their own presentations to the class. They can learn valuable social-emotional, technology and communications skills. Using nonverbal cues and pictures effectively supports learning, especially for those who are English as a second language (ESL) or learning-disabled students. Lessons taught using multimedia tools help learning-disabled students to become active learners. Technology in Education: US Office of Educational TechnologySignificance
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by karlasim123 on November 30th, 2010
Students savvy about technology often learn best via methods that bring learning to life. Using LCD projectors in school, teachers can reach a generation of students who have grown up with computers.
Multimedia Presentations
Projectors with liquid crystal displays (LCDs) can be hooked up to computers to produce colorful multimedia presentations. LCDs are known for producing a spectrum of colors and shades using their own light source.
Classroom Uses
Anything available on an individual computer can be projected onto a large classroom screen or wall. Internet sites, Power Point projects, music videos, science lab instructions and math tutorials come to life at the press of a button.
Goodbye Tired Methods
As MP3s replaced CDs, LCD projectors are replacing antiquated methods such as slide projectors and overhead projectors. Modern students appreciate when a teacher ditches blurry and messy overhead transparencies in favor of clear LCD images.
Multiple Approaches
Using LCD projectors allows educators to reach students with multiple approaches. Students enjoy seeing, hearing and interacting with technology rather than simply reading a textbook or listening to a lecture.
Considerations
Other benefits of LCD projectors include their reasonable cost, size and portability. Projectors are small enough to be mounted in classrooms or placed on carts to move easily from room to room. LCD projectors have become affordable for schools with a limited budget.
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