Graphic tablets also known as graphic pads, drawing tablet or digitizing tablet are ICT (information and communication technology) presentation and computer input device through which a educator, presenter or trainer can draw images, graphics, make digital handwritten notes and navigate computer files similar to the way one draws graphics on a paper with a pencil. Graphic tablets are connected to a computer through a wireless Radio Frequency interface that plugs into any USB port on the computer. Radio frequency interface allows more than one graphic tablets to be connected to a single system.
Graphic tablets comprises of two parts, flat surface for drawing graphics and a special pen known as ‘stylus’ to draw images on that flat surface. But unlike paper, whatever a user draws on a graphic tablets doesn’t appear on its surface. Instead the image appears on the attached computer screen. The accessories which are commonly used with graphic tablets are: puck, stylus, stylus eraser, tablet mouse, art pen and air brush
As Graphic tablets are wireless, Teachers or Presenters no longer need to stay in one place. Graphic tablets aid to provide simultaneous interaction between student and teacher. It can be passed around the classroom for the students to navigate to their work, add notes or annotate over resources. Some graphic tablets have Soft keys, located across the top of the tablet, allowing instant access to various captivating Presentation Tools, such as Annotation Pens, Spotlight and Reveal. The Graphic tablet software also includes a library of clip art images. Teachers or Presenters can now enjoy a higher level of interaction with their class while delivering more captivating lessons.
