Technology Blog: The ELMO
What is the ELMO?
A digital visual presenter (projector) used to enlarge an image or object
• Works for all grade levels, subject matter, and learning styles
• It’s affordable, portable, and easy to use
• Allows the teacher to display small visual aids, text, and 3D objects
• Saves images to computer for future use
• Camera lens attaches to microscope for science classes
• Includes remote control to allow teacher to move about the classroom
How the ELMO enhances learning…
• No borders-works across grade levels, subject matter, and learning styles
• Relatable- the ELMO projects exactly what the student’s see
• The zoom allows for visually impaired students to read the projection with ease
• Digital lens picks up color allowing for color-coding of information to enhance comprehension
• Enhances student’s engagement, participation, comprehension, and retention of information
• Students are actively participating in the learning experience
Advantages of the ELMO…
• Easy to use
• Portable
• No need for transparencies or dry erase markers, use printed pages and textbooks
• Affordable
• Universal use; works for all subject areas
How Much?
• The great thing about the ELMO Projector is that it is affordable, at only $760.00; many school districts are adopting this revised version of an age-old technology!
Sources…
• TT-02RX Teacher’s Tool at School Outfitters. Retrieved on May 6, 2010 from: http://www.schooloutfitters.com
Berger, M. (2010). ELMO USA Introduces Classroom Doc-tor: “Document Camera and Projector Bundled System. Retrieved, May, 6, 2010 from, http://www.ednetnews.com
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I enjoyed reading your blog. ELMO sounds like a good, effective way to integrate technology into the classroom! Emily Jensen
ReplyDeleteThanks for posting. I had never heard of an ELMO before. I agree this would be a great additional to the school's resources.
ReplyDeleteWe use Elmo in our school. It is indeed a great tool for teachers as well as students. Teachers are able to present their visuals in full color without worrying about printing cost. It is very economical, easy to use and portable. Students who are visual learners will benefit from this technology.
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