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Hi, my name is Stephen Bevan and I am Principal at Tuart Hill Primary School in Perth, Western Australia. Research shows that open and clear communication between home and school is important which is why I have created this blog. As Principal of Tuart Hill Primary School I value your opinions and encourage your comments. Feel free to comment on any of the posts.

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Friday 29 June 2012

New touch table technology

When I was at the WAPPA conference last week I had a chance to view and test a touch table. The table is the size of a small coffee table and looks a bit like a huge iPad/tablet. It is actually a fully functioning computer with the same power as one of the latest desktops computers. It is different from a standard tablet not only by its size but also by the number of touch points it supports. We had 6 people all with 10 fingers working the device and it was recognising all of their fingers.

The table requires purpose built apps. The ones I saw looked amazing. The approximate cost is $10,000 so we won't be rushing out and buying one any time soon. However, the cost of these devices will come down over time and eventually you will see them as part of our classroom based technology. These devices have so much potential for engaging students in learning and when used as part of an effective teaching program will help to improve student outcomes.
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