Teaching/Learning with Pocket PC--课堂中掌上型电脑的使用

One advantage of using Pocket PC in Chinese class is to write Chinese characters directly on the screen after the Chinese input software is installed. It is a good tool for students to practice writing in Chinese with pocket PC. The text can also be transfer to PC or input into email and send out.

A useful Pocket PC software download site at download.enet.com.cn
such as Chinese handwriting programs, Math, English learning and many others.
1.英语字典 English Dictionary
2. 汉王笔 for PocketPC
3. 小灵通背单词
4. LearnWords
5. 李阳口语
6. 呼吸系统的知识学习卡片
7. 中国古典诗词集(掌上先锋版)
8. 中国古典诗词集之唐宋选集
9. 中文手写输入 CE-Star Suite for PPC 2003

Here are some ideas to work with students with pda
1. Use it to take notes.
2. Writing assignment with PDA.
3. If you have an email, let students email you assignments from PDA.
4. Do a webQuest with PDA, or find resources online.
5. Use PDA as a dictionary, find a word definition...
6. Use PDA as voice or audio recorder. In ESL class, audio feature of PDA can be used to enhance speaking and listening.
7. Ask your colleagues for more appplication.
8. Send a picture or a video clip, let students respond.
9. WebQuest with PDA.
10. Spreadsheet/making tables.
11. Writing and sharing with the feature of "Beaming"