About a week ago, we mentioned about Intel's intentions to release a student tablet, which will become an alternative to netbooks Classmate PC. The device, which will be distributed among students in developing countries, was named Studybook and was officially presented yesterday.
The tablet has a high safety factor and comes with special software created to facilitate the production of new knowledge. The device is based on the processor Intel Atom Z650, but is also equipped with two cameras, a microphone and a light sensor.
Monolithic case and plastic frame will allow Studybook device to survive accidental fall, in addition, the product is protected against moisture or dust .
The introduction of such devices increases the motivation of students, but according to the results of studies published on the website Mashable, this statement is not true. In the collection of statistics involved 319 schools in Peru, who once were members of program One Laptop Per Child (OLPC).
It was found that students who regularly use schoolboy netbooks are about the same with those receiving the knowledge in the traditional way. In addition, the presence of a computer does not affect the attendance, or the amount of time spent on independent work and reading. Related Products :
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