The Xbox Kinect and Nintendo Wii have created new gaming environments that didn't previously exist with controllers. You stand in front of the TV and the game has a sensor that will pick up you and your body movements. As they exist right now, these games are not super precise at picking up your subtle movements. With further development though, they may become attuned to every little movement, and know which ones to pick up. This could be used to teach motor skills that students have not yet acquired, or to promote friendship and teamwork.
The touch screen devices such as the ipad provide a different learning experience as well. You can interact with books, use your finger to solve complex math, practice flash cards, or even take notes while recording a lecture. These devices have combined a number of previous devices such as the calculator and tape recorder, and made them into something that is compact and has more uses than one device has ever had alone.
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