Flipping the Classroom to Support Multiple learning Styles Frank Fedel flips his classroom using Panopto lecture capture software, a Web camera, GradeCam and iclickers. Fedel uses video lessons and interactive quizzes to present information in a way that appeals to different learning styles. His lectures are created with Universal Design for Learning principles in mind.
President’s Gun Reform Package Could Provide Funding for Emergency Technology President Obama’s gun reform package includes provisions for school safety grants and incentives for hiring crisis intervention teams of police officers, school psychologists and social workers.
Cornell Communications Introduces the 4800 Digital Rescue Assistance System Cornell Communications introduces the 4800 Digital Rescue Assistance System at ISC West in Las Vegas.
Sargent Profile Series v.G1.5 Lock Provides Remote Lockdown for School Emergencies Sargent, an Assa Abloy Group is showcasing its Profile Series v. G1.5 lock with panic functionality. The lock allows teachers and administrators to secure a classroom from within 75 feet of the inside of the door to prevent an intruder for entering.
Broadcast Pix Announces Granite X Series Live Production Systems Broadcast Pix is releasing the Granite X Series live production systems at NAB 2013. It’s available in three different models: Granite X Series 6000, 5000, 2000. The systems allow the user to access cloud-based content and databases even during live broadcasts. It can pull content from Dropbox, Google Drive, Microsoft SkyDrive, Twitter and RSS feeds. The Granite X Series can be controlled by any type of Broadcast Pix panel.
Epson Introduces the BrightLink Pro 1410Wi Interactive Meeting Projector The new Epson BrightLink Pro 1410Wi interactive projector turns any flat surface interactive, includes videoconferencing compatibility, a WXGA HD resolution, 3LCD chip technology for color three times brighter, Apple and Android tablet connectivity and more.
Samsung Announces ATIV Smart PC Pro with AT&T 4G LTE; New Ultrabook Samsung has announced the ATIV Smart PC Pro with AT&T 4G LTE to allow users to connect to their work from anywhere. The company also released the new Series 9 Ultrabook with a Windows 8 Pro operating system. Both devices are designed with the professional in mind and include business-ready features. The Series 9 also has an extra long battery life with Samsung’s PowerPlus charging technology.
TechDecisions Guide to 42 Interactive Presentation Systems Plus 8 Buying Tips There are many interactive presentation systems available for today’s meeting spaces including interactive projectors like the Epson BrightLink 485wi, Smart LightRaise 60wi, Mitsubishi WD39OU-EST DLP Projector, Hitachi CP-AW2519N, Sony VPLSW535C, Casio XJ-ST155 and the ViewSonic PJD7583wi. There are also interactive whiteboards like Polyvision Eno One, Smart 800 Series, MimioTeach, Luidia eBeam, The Panaboard T880WPCE and Promethean ActiveBoard 500 Pro. Interactive touch displays are also available including the Samsung ME65B, the InFocus Mondopad, Sharp Aquos Board, the Sony FWDS55H2TOUCH and more.
How West Virginia University Uses Digital Signage For Campus Safety West Virginia University (WVU) uses digital signage for emergency notifications on campus. Their digital signage is a combination of Samsung displays and other vendors. X20 media provides the content management platform WVU uses to both manage and create its digital signage content. The displays are placed in high traffic areas like dorms, meeting spaces and dining halls and are tied to e2campus which the university uses for emergency text alerts allowing campus police to trigger the signage via SMS. Alerts are also sent to the WVU homepage as well as the campus TV network.
Tips for Deploying Digital Signage in Higher Ed A digital signage pro shares his tips on how to deploy digital signage in a higher education environment including which displays to choose: LED, LCD, projection, video walls and more. He discusses the importance of creating content and implementing social media like Facebook, Twitter and Flickr. Tips for measuring ROI include considering emergency notification capabilities and creating an attractive and technologically savvy learning environment.
How to Build a Lecture Capture Solution to Fit Your Needs The University of New Hampshire uses document cameras, a Crestron control system and Tegrity software to create a custom fit lecture capture solution.
30 Innovative Award Winning Digital Signage Projects Check out the top digital signage installations from video walls to an illuminated domed ceiling, using the latest digital signage technologies. The winners of the 2013 Apex Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards were announced at Digital Signage Expo 2013. The winners include the Westfield San Francisco Centre nominated by Obscura Digital, San Francisco Public Utility Commission nominated by Obscura Digital, University of Waterloo Stratford Campus nominated by Westbury National Show Systems Ltd, Antron Showroom nominated by Float4 Interactive Technology, Dee Daa Restaurants nominated by Arsenal Media, Dolphin & Swan nominated by Xpodigital, Pepsi nominated by Intel, Westfield Shopping Center nominated by Scala Inc, Build A Bear and CBS Outdoor nominated by Manufacturing Resources International. Categories include: Business, Industry & Government, Education & Healthcare, Event Venues, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Public Spaces, Retail, Transportation.
Promethean and Epson Partner to Create Interactive Classrooms Promethean and Epson have announced a partnership that will allow Promethean’s ActivInspire software to be available to Epson BrightLink customers. The Promethean software allows teachers to create hands-on lessons using Epson’s interactive projector to boost student collaboration.
How to Organize A/V Product Comparisons Saddleback College tested a number of projectors including models from Hitachi, Epson, Panasonic and Sanyo. AV staff tried out the projectors side-by-side to compare performance and features. They also looked at cost and specs. The college was looking for projectors with HDMI connectivity, superior video quality and a small chassis.
50 New Edtech Products That Will Make a Difference Five big trade shows debuted new products in audio, video and mobile technology. The show floors were packed with edtech tools like the Sony Vaio T Series Ultrabook, Sony Xperia tablet, the HP Revolve, the Samsung Smart School solution, a Shure wireless microphone system, a new PreSonus 32-channel mixer and JBL professional loudspeakers.