See Charley's note regarding the 1:1 initiative from Dec 2010 http://blogs.stchristophers.com/1to1/2010/12/07/st-christophers-technology-access-model/
Recognition that netbooks didnt provide the optimum user experience. Increase electrical capacity Increase wifi footprint: access points will be added to every classroom. Goal is to allow every student in each classroom to access online materials concurrently without an interruption in service.
Tablet is an exceptional piece of hardware. If the computer is treated properly, it can certainly last 4 or even 5 years. It will be a fine computer for graphic editing and movie production. Some specs: 64 bit OS Win 7 8 GB of RAM Intel I5 processor .6 terabyte drive 512 MB Video Card HDMI out
It will happen. Brian Zollinhofer, MS Instructional Specialist, will be available daily to assist with damaged machines. Loaners will be swapped out and returned ASAP.
Dyknow is a software package that are faculty will be using to monitor and collaborate with students. Â Image on bottom right corner illustrates a teacher screen with thumbnails showing student screens.
Our 1:1 blog will be updated regularly to keep students and parents up to date on issues involving the 1:1 initiative. Parents are encouraged to leave comments.
Mrs. Anderson, the 7th grade chair, cited many examples of students using tech to enhance learning. Many of the links will work in a public form because they are connected to personal student files. Mrs. Anderson also extended an invitation to parents if they have a desire to see tech in action in her classroom.
Out of the box night. There will be 2 out of the box nights in August. Â At this time, students and parents will receive their tablets and instruction on how to use them. Date, time , and location TBD