Digital+e-Readers

This page will give a look into the world of e-readers. You know the "digital book" platforms that are moving and shaking the book industry. First I am going to show you the Nook by Barnes & Noble and if space allows I'll add the Sony e-Reader. How come no Kindle you are asking? Well it's not so such a problem with physical aspects of the Kindle. It has more to do with the fact that you are beholden to Amazon for the only place to download books AND ( this is the most important factor) Amazon has agreed to accept some withors requests NOT to have the text-to-speech function turned on some books. This is highly discriminatory and could potentially leave many readers with disabilities with out access to certain books.

The Nook and the Sony e-Reader have full access for all readers and you can download from multiple sources. Hurray! Michael

**The iPAD**
The iPad is the hottest, coolest most in demand digital reader ( and more) gadget in classrooms ...in the country. ARRA funds were part of the the rush to purchase the iPAS. But I think the device itself creates much of its own hype and "wow" factor. I have used the iPAD in high school settings and with students that have limited cognition and mobility. There really is "an APP" for that when it comes to accessing educational content. Again, I encourage you to watch the video below and then do some exploration on your own. On the "Presentations" page on this wiki I have upload a "narrated" power point of a presentation that I gave at the "Dynamic Landscapes" conference on May 20,2011. It will may broaden your understanding of the power of the iPAD ( or iTouch) and the gazillions of free ( or very cheaps) apps available to support the core competencies in Adult Education. Enjoy!

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