Top 8 Tips for Using Kindle Readers in the Classroom
Hi everyone, As the last post in the blog for this subject I’ve decided to share with you 8 tips for the usage of Kindle in classroom. The enormously popular Kindle e-reader has revolutionized the way we read books. Easy to use and lighter than paper tomes, the devices allow users to carry a virtual library of texts with them. Not surprisingly, some schools are also experimenting with these e-readers in the classroom. If you’re thinking of allowing students to use Kindles, here are eight tips to help ensure a positive experience. 1.Project the text. Download the free KindleReadingApp for your computer or tablet. Then use your notebook, netbook, PC, Mac or tablet to display text on a whiteboard or projector. This enables whole-class reading, with students able to tune into the same text at the same time. Displaying the text also brings a visual element to read-aloud. 2.Take advantage of text-to-speech. Kindle readers have the added benefit of a text-to-speech function, w...
