MUSCAT, April 4, 2011: Oman-based technology-enabled provider, Technology Resources Network (TRN), is a major force in the region, providing complex computer-based systems and hi-tech equipment for information technology, educational, and Telecommunication.
At the five-day COMEX expo, TRN will showcase ICT enabled product range to include. The technology, telecom and IT biggest show (COMEX 2011) is all set to take place at the Oman International Exhibition Centre from April 25 to April 29, 2011.
Next generation interactive whiteboards introduce multi-touch, iPad like gestures to create a truly engaging and social learning tool in the classroom.
The launch of the new interactive whiteboard introduces, for the first time, leading-edge technology that allows the board to be operated simultaneously by both pen and 'gesture' touch.
The ActivBoard 500 will enable the use of new and emerging multi-touch functionality similar to that used in Apple and Microsoft (Windows 7) applications. This flexibility allows teachers to reach students in a variety of ways or modes, supporting a wider range of learning types. Users will have the ability to easily move and scale objects with finger-touch using natural hand movements, in conjunction with the precision of the "pen" for tasks such as writing or drawing. This offers a more intuitive and efficient way of performing tasks and allows for more collaborative classroom activities.
Jean-Yves Charlier, Chief Executive Officer at Promethean, comments: "The ActivBoard 500 represents the most significant advance in interactive whiteboard technology since it was first introduced in schools. The intuitive pen and touch capabilities deliver engaging and collaborative teaching and learning opportunities, for both teachers and students."
"Expectations and usability of technology have changed with developments in consumer electronics, and with it a new set of actions has emerged - the tap of a screen has replaced the click of a button. These digital behaviours are now second nature to most technology users and can now be used in the classroom to operate our new generation of interactive whiteboards. Feedback from pilot schools has confirmed that we have created a 'best of breed' solution that offers a collaborative, immersive, and inclusive digital experience."
The ActivBoard 500 Pro also includes two free multi-touch applications for mind mapping and lesson planning: NoteBoard and TouchPad. These applications allow teachers to aggregate ideas, collate learning points and use interactive 'post-it' notes to promote simple, easy-to-use mind-mapping activities. Supporting the ActivBoard 500 is ActivInspire 1.5, Promethean's award-winning software, available for download via PrometheanPlanet.com/ActivInspire.
COMEX 2011 aspires to create the ultimate platform for business professionals to meet and connect through the COMEX Business section, and enthusiasts on latest trends in technology, hardware, software, gadgets and consumer electronics will be able to explore and purchase new technological horizons at COMEX Shopper section.
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To see the new ActivBoard 500 in action, visit: www.PrometheanWorld.com/NextGen or come and visit the TRN stand at COMEX 2011. For more information on COMEX log on to www.comexoman.com
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