 Decent enough quality for $70  Plugs into any USB port  Can take a JPEG picture Ideas: IdeasIdeas for every level

 Fantastic zoom  A light helps to see things clearly  Toggles between full screen and computer  Tops swivels to capture different angles/objects

Skype is the obvious resource to use with these Can use Skype to enrich the curriculum Allows students to see things they never could before Thousands of teachers want to network

* Biggest thing to remember - have the KIDS use them Ideas to use cameras in the classroom: Create "real" books PSAs, Skits, interviews Communication to parents Ways from Scholastic

*Again, have the KIDS use them  Some take batteries, others are charged by the computer  To get the videos, simply plug into USB on computer  Easy buttons to record and delete  Possible Uses: Exit slip to show knowledge Share with parents what is happening Digital newspaper, skit, reader's theater Record and assess themselves

Uploading Your Pictures or Videos to a Blog, Wiki, Website Create a blog, wiki, or use your school website (if one is given) YouTube is a great resource for uploading video You are able to make the video private so no one can see it! Some allow a basic upload, others you need to copy and paste the embedding code – and Voila!

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