What can I do with a document camera? — from NspireD2

From DSC:
By the way, great picture from the archives here:

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General techniques

  • Show a flat document, like a magazine
  • Show a more substantial object, such as an archaeological artifact
  • Zoom in on fine print or a small object – product label, postage stamp, fossil, insect, leaf, etc.
  • Project a ruler or coin along with other objects to convey a sense of scale
  • Point the camera away from the stand to show a large object or capture students at work
  • Project a kitchen timer or watch to help with time management
  • Start from a blank page or graph paper, lined, music staff, etc.
  • Capture still pictures for later use
  • Send an image to a “guest” during a videoconference

Show students how to …

  • Draw or paint
  • Operate a camera
  • Dissect a fish
  • Read a scientific instrument
  • Use an iPhone app
  • Graph with a compass and protractor

Have students …

  • Work out a math problem
  • Annotate a text
  • Manipulate a room layout design using pieces of paper
  • Fill in country names on an outline map
  • Sign a song from sheet music
  • Act out a scene with clay figures, finger puppets, or tiny dolls

More objects you might project

  • Flat documents
    • Newspaper, or dictionary
    • Clipping – chart from USA Today or editorial cartoon
    • Photo – loose or in a coffee table book
    • Student work
  • Other objects
    • Circuit board, thermometer or calculator
    • Work of art
    • Prism or magnet
    • Toy or board game
    • Model rocket
    • Handheld game or DVD player

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