Home Entertainment Webcam Services

ObjectivesBecome familiar with home entertainment

technologies.

Be able to assess the impact of home technologies upon society.

Describe home entertainment technologies.

StarterList all the different programs / pieces of

software which you can use that have web-cam functionality.

Web Camera Usage: DiscussionInstant Messaging & Social NetworkingSkype / VOIP (who knows what this is).Online supportFace recognition.Screencasting / Webinars (who knows what these

are)What is it? (with examples) What is it used for?

What are the INPUTS? What are the OUTPUTS?

Examples of services. What hardware is needed?

What are the ADVANTAGES? What are the Disadvantages?

Today’s TaskCreate a set of pages on webcams. (you need to explain

ALL the uses). Ensure you have suitable graphics / examples.

It should be DETAILED and professional. Check out the useful links for help.

What is it? (with examples) What is it used for?

What are the INPUTS? What are the OUTPUTS?

Examples of services. What hardware is needed?

What are the ADVANTAGES? What are the Disadvantages?

Objectives ReviewBecome familiar with home entertainment

technologies.

Be able to assess the impact of home technologies upon society.

Describe home entertainment technologies.

HomeworkComplete the section of your guide on

Webcams.

PlenaryPeer review someone else's guide. Tell them what

you like about their guide and what you would find useful in it to revise for the exam.

What is a webcam?How could a webcam be used for cross-school

learning?What are the benefits of using webcams?What are the drawbacks / problems of using

webcams?How do you think the global world can benefit from

webcams (think international communications and developing countries)