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A typical language arts class can encompass many different aspects of reading and writing. From elementary penmanship to advanced reading comprehension, language arts classes have a need to demonstrate and showcase content. However, using a blackboard or whiteboard, or making transparencies and copies to demonstrate material can be time-consuming and expensive with limited effectiveness. But no matter what the content of your lesson is, an AVerVision Document Camera can be used to increase visualization of your messages by clearly projecting them live on a large screen. Virtually eliminate the need for copies or transparencies by projecting the original document or book page in a single location as the class follows along. Students themselves can use the document camera to present their own work and ideas to the rest of the class, thus increasing presentation skills, creativity and confidence.
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Traditional mathematics lessons are typically comprised of a textbook, worksheets and a blackboard or whiteboard. Teachers may put a math problem on the board for the students to solve or work out of their textbook. However, views of the blackboard may be blocked as the teacher works though the problem, or students may have a difficult time following along with their textbook. 3D geometrical objects may be difficult to see from the back of the class. But by using an AVerVision Document Camera, math problems can be projected on a large screen for the entire class to see. Textbook problems and diagrams can be shown in one location, rather than each student trying to follow from the books on their desk. Teachers can work through an algebra equation as the document camera captures and projects every movement of the pencil as the problem is solved providing a large visual interpretation of the correct method to solve the problem and how to check the work.
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Science classes can encompass a variety of elements and subjects. Whether focusing on one particular discipline, or combining aspects from earth science, to chemistry, to physics or biology, teaching can be challenging without a solid visual representation of the subject matter. Placing science material under an AVerVision Document Camera greatly increases the visual elements of the demonstration. Moving objects such as a worm or an insect can be projected live on a large screen, or the freeze and image capture functions can be used to show the details without the object moving. A teacher can perform a live dissection as the students watch and follow each stroke of the scalpel, or know exactly what each organ is by watching the demonstration on the large screen. Students can follow the correct steps and measurements to create a chemical reaction by following a large projection of the teachers live demonstration, thus increasing understanding as well as safety.
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While document cameras are widely used for standard reading and writing curriculum, they can also be effective in teaching music and the arts. Crowding around a table as the teacher paints a picture, or molds pottery can be frustrating for those who cannot get close enough to see the full demonstration. Showing rare pieces of art can be risky if students need to handle it to fully see it. Holding up a flute to show the proper key sequence of a song may not be visible for those in the back of the class. By using an AVerVision Document camera, teachers can actually mold pottery under the camera as the class follows with their own project. Actual pieces of art can be displayed to the class without worry of damage by passing it around. Trumpet students can follow the teacher as each key is played by watching the large screen. Even video of a lesson can recorded and saved to a computer to revisit at a later time.
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At times, social studies can be a difficult concept to present visually. But by including an AVerVision Document Camera to add a large visual element to social studies elements, students are able to see the concepts and ideas instead of simply hearing and reading about them. Maps take on a life of their own. Historical documents can be projected on a large screen, showcasing the real importance and emotion they represent. Projecting a large image of the Declaration of Independence, or passages from historical diaries is an effective way to present the true meaning and emotional elements behind their creation. Examples of artifacts such as Native American tools, or primitive pottery and languages can be displayed to the entire class through the document camera so students can see all levels of detail and imagine how they were used. Students can even bring in elements of their own family history to showcase to the class, or project models of historic buildings or scenes.
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The applications of an AVerVision Document Camera have the ability to go far beyond the traditional core classes. Virtually anywhere a presentation can be given, a document camera may be found, including electives like home economics, journalism, accounting or even physical education. Because the AVerVision Document Camera allows teachers the freedom to display live images of virtually anything without the hassle of making transparencies, the applications are virtually endless. Students can witness firsthand how to create that perfect stitch in a sewing lesson. They can explore the design of a magazine without needless, wasteful photocopies having to be made. In short, the document camera allows for teaching freedom in any setting, regardless of subject matter.
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AVerVision Document Cameras and Visual Presenters are not only perfect for education, but are extremely effective in business and government. Virtually any need to display documents, 3-D objects, and even microscopic images live, on a large screen can benefit from an AVerVision Document Camera or Visual Presenter.

Courtroom:
Visual presenters are widely used in the courtroom for the live display of physical evidence. Using an AVerVision Document Camera in the courtroom allows attorneys to display actual documents or objects on a large clear screen for both judge and jury to view. Instead of simply holding up a weapon, document or bloody glove, users can place it under the document camera and show a clear, live image of important evidence. Users can even save images and video and add annotation to live images being projected.

Boardroom:
AVerVision Document Cameras can be used for virtually any boardroom presentation. Real documents, contracts, reports and more can be displayed clearly and easily. Even the display of new or concept products can be displayed and examined on a large screen. Video records and images can be captured and saved as well. Live annotation can be performed while presentations can be viewed over a Local Area Network as well.

Medical Applications:
Perfect for the display of medical information, research material and more, AVerVision Document Cameras can enhance and enlarge the smallest images and details. Medical schools can display live images of human anatomy, research facilities can connect microscopes, or directly display microscope slides. X-rays can be displayed large and clear, while medical definitions, journals and more can be seen live to an entire room.

AVerVision Document Cameras and Visual Presenters are multifaceted visual tools, designed to enhance virtually any presentation in a variety of environments.