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Netbook Trial

Netbook Trial. Lynbrook Conference 2009 David Westaway. Overview. A trial of approximately 10,000 netbooks across 345 schools in a one to one learning environment Companion device to support different learning opportunities – not to replace desktop or notebooks

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Netbook Trial

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  1. Netbook Trial Lynbrook Conference 2009 David Westaway

  2. Overview • A trial of approximately 10,000 netbooks across 345 schools in a one to one learning environment • Companion device to support different learning opportunities – not to replace desktop or notebooks • A focus on literacy and numeracy

  3. Netbooks • Intel Atom processor 1.6GHz — built with the world's smallest transistors • 1GB DDR Memory • 160GB HDD • Microsoft Vista (upgraded from XP) • Up to 7-hour battery life with supplied 6 cell battery in education models Acer Aspire One 8.9” Regions:Grampians Northern Metro (part) Lenovo S9 Regions:Loddon Mallee Barwon South West

  4. Co-contribution Model • In the trial the costs are being shared by the regions, schools and parents • The netbook is a school owned computer • The netbook is leased for $52 per year • A third $52 option to buy payment at the end of year 6 will enable parents to own the netbook • All warranty repairs are covered during the lease • Excess payable by parents for theft and non warranty repair of $100 for lease period, police report required

  5. Why 1:1 Computing & Why Now? • Laptops allow “anytime, anywhere learning.” • We can’t afford any more precious classroom space being used up as computer labs. • We won’t need computer teachers when every teacher teaches with computers. • Schools have had 1:1 computing for more than 15 years. Microcomputers have been in schools for 25 years. We owe it to our students to close the digital divide immediately and offer expanded learning opportunities. • The personal computer has revolutionized every other aspect of society and one expects that the same should be true for education now that laptops are more affordable, durable and portable.

  6. 21 Steps to 1-to-1 Success

  7. Planning • Step 1: Consider current research • Step 2: Establish the eLearning vision for 1-to-1 • Step 3: Engage school council • Step 4: Develop communication strategies • Step 5: Conduct a detailed readiness assessment • Step 6: Develop a project plan • Step 7: Prepare a detailed budget • Step 8: Select a preferred ownership and finance model

  8. Preparing • Step 9: Ensure teachers are maximising use of notebooks • Step 10: Professional learning • Step 11: Learning places and spaces • Step 12: Software, tools and online resources • Step 13: Suppliers and $$ • Step 14: Calculate the total cost of participation • Step 15: Support documentation • Step 16: Prepare responses to anticipated questions

  9. Implementing • Step 17: Onsite service structures • Step 18: Conduct parent and community sessions • Step 19: ICT infrastructure and technical support • Step 20: Distribute student devices

  10. Evaluating • Step 21: Review and management

  11. Netbook Software

  12. Linking Netbook Software & Web 2.0 to VELS

  13. Issues • Tech support • One touch recovery feature • Warranty claims • Tech support costs based on enrolment rather number of devices • Insurance • Self insuring • Software issues • Microsoft licensing vs. Open Source • Operating System Vista vs. XP

  14. Issues • Network issues • Accessing printers and Network Drives • Wireless access • Expanding wireless infrastructure; Wins 2? • Staff support • Composite classes • Internet • Costs • Acceptable Use

  15. Resources • Netbook wiki http://netbooktrial.wikispaces.com/ • Selling the Dream of 1:1 Computing – Gary Stager http://www.stager.org/laptops/talkingpoints/index.html • Anytime Anywhere Learning Foundation http://www.aalf.org/ • DEECD Netbook Project http://www.education.vic.gov.au/management/ictsupportservices/netbooks/default.htm

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