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application software
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programs used for specific purpose (editing pic - photoshop)
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assistive technology
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technology for specific functions (ie. adaptive keyboards, motorized chairs)
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avatars
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a symbol that represents the player in virtual reality
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BIOS (basic input/output system)
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located on the motherboard and controls basic operations of the computer
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blended learning
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learning that mixes virtual and physical resources
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blog
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a frequent publication of one's thoughts.
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bookmark
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tagging a website for quick return
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Boolean search
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combining words and/or phrases using words such as "and" to narrow or broaden a search
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burner
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a device that allows you to copy cds or dvds
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bus speed
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how fast the memory and computer can run
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cache
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temporary storage for frequently accessed data
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case
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the computer's shell or enclosure
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CD-ROM/DVD-ROM
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a disc where information can be burned for storing
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CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive
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reads optical data that has been burned onto a disc
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clickers
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a device that allows students to answer questions which are recorded into the computer where the teacher can see
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Computer Assisted Instuction (CAI)
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sellf learning technique involving student interaction with programmed instruction modules
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cookie
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a tracker to monitor web behavior
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course management system (CMS)
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a tool where instructors can support blended online education (blackboard)
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CPU
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the brain of the computer; computer's control center
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cropping
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removing the outer portions of an image while digitally editing
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database
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a collection of information that can be accessed through a computer (ACCESS)
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desktop publishing
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production of written documents or publications using a personal computer
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digital camera
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a camera that stores images digitally versus storing them on film
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digital divide
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the fact that all households don't have access to technology leaving the student at a disadvantage
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Digital Versatile Disc (DVD)
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optical meidcu with imporved capacity and bandwith, usualy used for movie media
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distance education
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instruction in various locations liked through technology
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distributed course delivery
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instruction that allows teacher student and the content to be in different locations
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Dragon Dictate
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voice recognition program whta eliminates the need for a keyboard or mouse
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DPI (Dots per Inch)
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a tool for measuring the quality of hardware such as a monitor; higher number better queality
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drill and practice
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teaching method that focuses on repetition
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e-pals
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those use communicate through the use of email for fun; electronic "pen" pal
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electronic communities
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a virtual forum for communication with a group
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electronic portfolio
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a collection of electronic information that can be used for evaluations/assessments
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embed or link a narration
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a sound file that can become part of a PowerPoint
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emoticon
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a symbol used to show emotion :)
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end user
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the group for which a website is designed for
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external hard drive
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a peripheral that stores data or back up information (flash drive)
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fair use
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legalities regaridt what is public and what is copyrighted
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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
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questions that have been asked numerous time
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filtering software
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apps that limit a user from gaining access to specific sites
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firewall
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filtering system that stops one from navigating to locations to prevent viruses
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font attributes
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alterations made to the type (size, bold, italic)
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gaming
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playing electronic games
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gigabyte
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1024 MB
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graphics
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images used to enhance a product (pics, graphs, drawings)
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graphic tools
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editing software to enhance visual presentation
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hard drive
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where all fot the computer's information is stored
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hardware
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the physical parts of a computer (monitor, keyboard, printer)
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home page
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the 1st page of a website
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HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocl)
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instructions for communicating across the internet
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hyperlink
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link between two webpages
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input devices
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mouse, keyboard, scanner...inputs information into computer
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integrated learning systems (ILS)
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"computer teacher;" software solution with lesson, record keeping, etc
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intellectual property
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intellect that has commercial value
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Intellitalk
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talking word processor
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interactive multimedia
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software packages that can be manipulated by the user
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Internet
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worldwide communication on a network
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intranet
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network that filters information to reach students
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iping
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program that sends messages automatically
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joystick
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an alternative to the keyboards; used by those who can not physically use the keyboard
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keyboard
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typewriter like keys that allow information to be entered into a computer
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keyboarding
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using the keyboard with fluency
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LAN (Local Area Network)
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media player
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a program that allows play back of audio or video files
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MHz (Megahertz)
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1 million clock cycles per second
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megabytes
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measurement use for identifying the amount of space available, used or stored
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monitor
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screen that displays images from computer
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motherboard
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the main circuit board in a computer
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multimedia presentation
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different methods of conveying information (graphics, video, text)
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nesting
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storing data with in sets (folders)
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network
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system of computers linked together by phone or wireless connections
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NIC (Network Interface Card)
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the card that physically makes the connection between the computer and network possible
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online auctions
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ebay...selling items in which shoppers can bid and purchase electronically
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online help
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information accessed throug the computer on internet to provide assistance for a problem
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open sources
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a program that is created then made available at no charge
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output devices
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device or equipment used to transfer data out of the computer such as disk drives
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overclocking
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increase the speed of the CPU past the rate it was designed to run
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peripheral
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a device connected to a computer to enhance its performance (scanner)
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personal digital assistants
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hand held mini computers for email and word-processing
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phishing
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electronic scam used to obtain information
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photo album
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pictures on hard disk that can be customized to meet needs of user
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pirating
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copying and/or installing software without a license
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podcast
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a series of video or media files distributed across the internet
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PowerPoint (PPT)
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software that allows user to organize work and project slideshow unto computer screen
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presentation tool
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programs that allow the users to make electronic presentations
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privacy guidelines
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guidelines for protecting confidentiality of students using computers
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RAM (Random Access Memory)
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holds the computers recently accessed memory
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real time
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watching and/or listening to an event as it is happening
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refresh rate
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the speed in which the monitor refreshes itself
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remote equipment/devices
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the control of a device from a distance or other location
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scanner
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a device that allows you to copy images into your computer
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SDRAM
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most common type of RAM used today
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search engine
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program that allows keyword searches over the internet. (Google)
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secondary storage
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extra storage separate from the computer
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simulation
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program that create real-life situations for the user
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slide show
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a presentation of print information through programs like PowerPoint
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SMARTboard
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an interactive whiteboard; interfaces with computer
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software
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programs, documentations or documents that are associated with the computer
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spreadsheet
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program with cells where numbers can be manipulated (EXCEL)
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Talk Back
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device that provides learning both auditorilly and visually
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teach timers
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timers placed on overhead that can be seen by the entire classroom
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telecommunication tools
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enables users to access information outside the classroom (Internet)
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template
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a ready-made format
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TIVA
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acronym that brings together visual, video & audio for a more complete concept
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touch screen
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device that inputs information through touch and does not require a keyboard
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tutorials
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programs created to teach individual learners
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tweaking
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changing settings to increase performance
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Twitter
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social networking site with real-time communication
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Uniform Resource Locator (URL)
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the standard for specifying an Internet location
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USB (Universal Serial Bus)
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outlets found on computers that allow peripherals to be connected
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video capture/output
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capability to caputre video from a device and record it into a computer video file
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video card
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component used to transfer data to the monitor
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viral media
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any video, photo or audio file that is rapidly shared among computer users
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virtual reality
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computer generated reality
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webcam
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a camera that conects to the computer for sharing live video or recording
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WiFi
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wireless area for laptops
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wiki
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collaboratively written Web site wher user can add or edit the site
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word processor
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software application used for the production of printable material
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zipping
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compressing information so less space is taken up on the computer
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