One example of a traditional audio technology is the use of audiotapes in classrooms. Audiotapes are inexpensive and easy to use. One way they could be used in a classroom would be for a teacher to record classes so that students who are absent can take home a tape of the class they missed to catch up. An example of an emerging audio technology is internet radio. With internet radio, teachers can find audio that complements their lessons and have students listen to it. Using audio clips instead of just taking notes from a slideshow or the book can make a lesson different, and more interesting.
A traditional visual technology is print materials. Printable technologies still play an important part in the modern classroom. They can be used to allow students to take work home regardless of if they have access to technology at home. An example of an emerging visual technology is a document camera. These cameras can be used to display real-time 3-D objects, pictures, show transparencies, and capture video images. These can be used to instruct a class using a cell phone or iPod touch, and allowing everyone to see how the teacher is using it.
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