Tablet+Computing

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Tablets have come to be viewed as a new genre of computing device, between a smartphone and a laptop. Many districts are in the midst of pilots (examples: iPads, Samsung Galaxy, Sony's Tablet S). Some of the advantages include battery life, instant on, always connected, and personalized.
 * Tablet Computing**
 * 1) How is this topic relevant to your own school or district? 1:1 initiative. Management is an issue. Form factor is important. Possibly save money on textbooks.
 * 2) Why is this important? Its just one piece of the 1:1 puzzle. Ease of use, etextbooks,
 * 3) What changes or new initiatives would you like to implement in your school or district? An internet-enabled device of some kind for each student.
 * 4) What forces or influences are **obstacles** to these initiatives? Management, content, subscriptions, cost.
 * 5) What forces or influences are **positive forces** that might help you implement change? Supportive staff and administration.
 * Possible forces include people, habits, customs, attitudes, policies, structures, money