Classroom+Technology+Scenario

Algebra 1 Eighth Grade Class: Hardware:
 * 1) Two all-in-one printer scanners: $50 [|HP Deskjet 3050 Wireless All-In-One Printer]
 * 2) Five Laptops: $280 a piece [|Compaq Black 15.6"]
 * 3) i>clicker: 32-Remote Kit $1,550 [|iclicker]
 * 4) Document Camera $700 [|AVerMedia AVerVision 300AF+ Document Camera]
 * 5) Five pairs of headphones for the laptops: 3068AV Switchable Stereo/Mono Headphones $10
 * 6) 26 Scientific calculators: [|Casio FX-300ES]$14.00 a piece (249 built-in functions, solar-powered)
 * 7) Two Ipad2: $500 a piece

Software:
 * 1) Algebra 1 software: MathTutor Educational Software- Network/Site License Version $350.00

Miscellaneous: 1. Tax $385.98 2. Total $5899.98 Prices by Jana

Giovanni's Product breakdown: 2-Printers 5-Laptops 1-32 Remote Clicker kit 1-Document Camera 5-Pairs of headphones 26-Calculators 2-Ipads 1-Software MathTutor Network/Site License Though it is a class of 25 students, we added some extra items, such as the calculators and clickers, just in case of loss or damage of the items. Other items such as the printers and laptops are not being purchased 25 at a time, because it is not economical and the students can share these products unlike the clickers and the calculators. Software was purchased as a network/site license so it can be installed on all the laptops.

Dani's Summary: In order to run an algebra class effectively we must have some sort of over head projector (document camera) and clicker (i>clicker: 32-Remote kit) so that students may view lectures and take effective notes in order to prepare for tests and quizzes. It will be like an old school over head projector, but slightly more high tech and advanced. We will also purchase two all in one printer-scanners in order to make copies of tests for every student and also to produce copies of student work sheets when homework assignments are not assigned from the book. Our eighth grade algebra class is part hybrid and we allow them to work on online assignments when class is dismissed early. Therefore, we need a total of five laptops and five sets of head phones. Some students do not have access to computers or internet at their homes so we would like to provide some sort of computer access to our students. It will not be easy taking a hybrid class without computer access. If we have the laptops, students can take advantage of completing online assignments before they even leave class.

Laura's Summary: In regard to the 26 scientific calculators, it is important to remember that some students are able to purchase school supplies on there own. Therefore, providing a class set of calculators is an easy way to ensure that those who aren't able to own one or forget theirs on test day will have access to an adequate calculator. The iPad's are essential to the classroom because students are not only able to familarize themselves with new technology, but also to give students who prefer to work by themselves a tool to do so. The laptops can be easily shared, however iPads are smaller and would assist the overachiever in completing their assignments in a timely manner. The iclicker kit will aid in determining how well the students are comprehending the material. Iclicker's are extremely beneficial in the classroom and provide an interactive learning environment. In terms of our software choice, MathTutor Educational Software was the one with the most benefits as well as what we found to be affordable. It helps students learn and master math from grades 6-12. This was appealing because the software will help the students on every grade level. For those who are slightly behind, it will give them an opportunity to catch up and students who do exceptionally well will be able to go above and beyond to learn material.

Robert's Summary: The Algebra 1 software is going to be very beneficial to our students. It is very inexpensive program and it provides curriculum based math for grades 6-12. It provides the ability to practice and review at a steady pace, and helps students build confidence in mastering problem solving of intermediate and advanced difficulty.