Portable
Keyboards / Stand Alone Word Processors
Portable Keyboards
or Stand Alone Word Processors allow for easy and portable access to
writing. These systems are a relatively inexpensive way for learner
to enter and edit text, then transfer it later to the computer for formatting
and printing.
AlphaSmart 3000
AlphaSmart
(http://www.alphasmart.com)
is a portable writing tool that can help many learners that struggle
with taking notes in class, write first drafts and keeping assignments
organized. AlphaSmart helps learners overcome these writing barriers
and begin writing with a portable keyboard.
Learners can use
the lightweight keyboard all day for inclass schoolwork and homework
at night.
Features:
- Full-size, full-feature
keyboard lets learners learn and use regular keyboarding skills
- Connects to
any computer to transfer written work so that it can be edited and
revised using the word processor of choice
- Learners take
better class and research notes
- Learners write
better first and final drafts
Cost:
$349
Order Information:
Microcomputer Science
Centre Inc.
5288 General Road, Unit 5
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 1Z8
Phone: 905-629-1654
Toll free: 1-800-290-6563
Fax: 905-629-2321
Email: sales@microscience.on.ca
Website: www.microscience.on.ca
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