Setting up Technology in Classroom - Classroom 2.02024-03-28T11:10:42Zhttps://www.classroom20.com/forum/topics/649749:Topic:167536?commentId=649749%3AComment%3A168591&feed=yes&xn_auth=noYou've got everything you nee…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-25:649749:Comment:1685912008-07-25T16:37:04.846ZMikehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/Mike78
You've got everything you need - almost. I made <a href="http://edutech.synthasite.com">this website</a> about getting started with tech in the classroom for a presentation to upcoming teachers. Check out the "Equipment" section for all the tools you need to get going.<br />
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If you're interested in making a classroom website, I used <a href="http://synthasite.com">synthasite</a> to create the site above. It, along with everything else I mention in the site (aside from some basic equipment), is free.
You've got everything you need - almost. I made <a href="http://edutech.synthasite.com">this website</a> about getting started with tech in the classroom for a presentation to upcoming teachers. Check out the "Equipment" section for all the tools you need to get going.<br />
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If you're interested in making a classroom website, I used <a href="http://synthasite.com">synthasite</a> to create the site above. It, along with everything else I mention in the site (aside from some basic equipment), is free. yes - I've heard they are not…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-25:649749:Comment:1685782008-07-25T16:28:20.079ZMelinda Pongreyhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/MelindaPongrey
yes - I've heard they are not as good as promoted?
yes - I've heard they are not as good as promoted? Congrats on your job! Which H…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-25:649749:Comment:1682872008-07-25T04:26:25.136ZChris Campbellhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/ChrisCampbell
Congrats on your job! Which Hp laptops are you referring to? The HP 2133 Mini-note?
Congrats on your job! Which Hp laptops are you referring to? The HP 2133 Mini-note? Thanks everyone- will be chec…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-24:649749:Comment:1680812008-07-24T23:21:45.554ZMelinda Pongreyhttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/MelindaPongrey
Thanks everyone- will be checking these suggestions out!
Thanks everyone- will be checking these suggestions out! Hi Melinda -
I have a couple…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-24:649749:Comment:1678982008-07-24T16:52:04.320ZTrent Dudeihttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/TrentDudei
Hi Melinda -<br />
I have a couple of suggestions that you might try (without really knowing what your plan is for the computers).<br />
First, make sure that you check with any local businesses to see if they'd be interested in donating used equipment. In our state we have to pay to dispose of old cpus, monitors, etc. - so the company I work for donates these materials to non-profit or youth organizations when we upgrade employee hardware. Network through parents, family, friends and anyone else you can…
Hi Melinda -<br />
I have a couple of suggestions that you might try (without really knowing what your plan is for the computers).<br />
First, make sure that you check with any local businesses to see if they'd be interested in donating used equipment. In our state we have to pay to dispose of old cpus, monitors, etc. - so the company I work for donates these materials to non-profit or youth organizations when we upgrade employee hardware. Network through parents, family, friends and anyone else you can think of - you'll be surprised who might come through for you.<br />
If that won't get you what you need, check out sites like NewEgg.com and look for deals. The HP laptop you mentioned is on the site along with an ACER for similar cost. It appears that the ACER has much higher user ratings and better features. If you don't need the laptops, you'll get twice the computer for the same price if you go with a desktop. Have a rough idea of what you want to do with the machines and look for the computer hardware/features that will comply with your goals.<br />
Good luck shopping!! Hi Melinda,
Congrats on the…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-24:649749:Comment:1677232008-07-24T11:49:33.981ZAndrew Robitaillehttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/aussieandrew
Hi Melinda,<br />
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Congrats on the new teaching job. You can pick up a Mac Mini from $579, although you still have to supply the mouse, keyboard and monitor. (You appear to already have monitors though.) These little rippers come included with some seriously creative software for organizing photos, creating movies, DVDs and custom music. Worth a look. Click this <a href="http://store.apple.com/us-k12/browse/home/shop_mac/family/mac_mini?mco=MTE3MDQ" target="new">link</a> for details. Good luck!
Hi Melinda,<br />
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Congrats on the new teaching job. You can pick up a Mac Mini from $579, although you still have to supply the mouse, keyboard and monitor. (You appear to already have monitors though.) These little rippers come included with some seriously creative software for organizing photos, creating movies, DVDs and custom music. Worth a look. Click this <a href="http://store.apple.com/us-k12/browse/home/shop_mac/family/mac_mini?mco=MTE3MDQ" target="new">link</a> for details. Good luck! Congratulations!!!!!
Think a…tag:www.classroom20.com,2008-07-24:649749:Comment:1676892008-07-24T08:36:04.273ZHeather Davishttps://www.classroom20.com/profile/HeatherDavis
Congratulations!!!!!<br />
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Think about all of the great things you will be able to do with a small number of kids.<br />
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Cant help you with the rest but wanted to send congrats.<br />
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Heather
Congratulations!!!!!<br />
<br />
Think about all of the great things you will be able to do with a small number of kids.<br />
<br />
Cant help you with the rest but wanted to send congrats.<br />
<br />
Heather