ICT Strategic PlanningJan-Marie Kellow
"....Computers are not rescuing the school from a weak curriculum, any more than putting pianos in every classroom would rescue a
flawed music program.
Wonderful learning can occur without computers or even paper.
But once the teachers and children are enfranchised as explorers,
computers, like pianos, can serve as powerful amplifiers, extending
the reach and depth of the learners." Alan Kay
“When schools put the cart before the
horse - buying technology for the sake of technology
without asking critical questions
about purpose, use and the classroom
impact of such tools - they are inviting disappointment.”
Jamie McKenziewww.fno.org/jan02/overequipped.html
Computer Ratios1:5 in the classroom
1:3 / 1:2 using COWS/shared laptops
Desktops vs Laptops
Minus•Fixed•Large footprint•Not usually wireless
Plus• 5-6 yr lifespan• Lower cost• Faster processor• Harder to steal• Quick to use
Desktops
Desktops vs LaptopsPlusPortabilityFlexible groupsSpace
Minus•Cost•3 year life•Less robust•Battery life•Less ergonomic•Slower processor•Expensive to repair
Laptops
NetbooksPlusSmall sizeLight/Very PortableSized for small handsLonger battery lifeLower cost
Minus•Only slightly cheaper•Limited capability •Less powerful•Small screen•No CD drive
Software“The TELA Laptops for Teachers and Laptops for Principals Scheme is transitioning from its current Microsoft Windows XP and Microsoft Office 2003 standard software environment to Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise and Microsoft Office 2010.Transition date: 11th October 2010.”
www.order.tela.co.nz/AllProducts.aspx?cid=43&SchemeID=4
WirelessAdditional to cabled accessFlexibleButSlowerA little less reliable – pay for quality
Other ConsiderationsFilter?Cost of upkeepCost of replacement
Lease vs BuyLeasingFixed costReplacement Repairs covered
Insurance
Buying•Cheaper•Need to plan replacement•Non-warranty repairs cost
Digital Cameras
Data ProjectorEssential!Ceiling mountedShort throw?Consider leasingMinistry options/info
www.order.tela.co.nz/SchemeMain.aspx
Filters3 year life – 2nd bulb - replace
Data ProjectorThings to consider:Cost of replacement bulbs.Lamp Life - Look for at least 2000hrs of lamp life.
Bulb brightness to suit size of room
Need for curtains in room?Ministry site has good info
IWBsFundraise/ Grants eg Pub charities
At least 2 teachers initially if possible
You get what you pay forSpecial offerswww.inquiringmind.co.nz/interactive_whiteboards.htm
Recommendations:1:5 ratio of computers in classroom excl. teacher laptop
Mixture of desktops & laptops.Wired and wireless.COW – 10-12 laptops – shared between 2 – 4 classes.
Recommendations: Other ICTsDigital cameras – at least 1 per class
Data projectorLMS/wikiIWB
www.inquiringmind.co.nz