Lessons+Learned+from+Implementing+ITFs+and+MCs

__**Critical Reflections: A Conversation about Lessons Learned Launching 1:1 Initiatives**__

We often receive feedback from institute participants highlighting the value of “time to talk to each other.” During this session we have created the time/space for you to do just that! Use this time to //**"pick the brains"**// of your colleagues who are also in the throes of planning or implementing 1:1 initiatives. This is a facilitated conversation, however please feel free to share your lessons learned, “aha’s” and challenges from the trenches.

__**Guiding Questions**__ What did you and your team focus on as critical stages in the 1:1 implementation? **Dell minis but changing to Lenovos** What barriers or challenges have you faced and how did you address them? What do you wish you had known or had done before computers were deployed? **How much should computers be used. Will they be used all day everyday? **What lessons can you convey to your colleagues that are just getting started? How do you define and address critical needs among your staff? How have you prepared teachers to maximize the potential of the 1:1 environment? What types of professional development have you employed for teachers, students and parents to ensure success and what is necessary to “grow” future success? In your opinion, how has the role of the ITF and MC evolved with the introduction of 1:1? Final thoughts or words of wisdom?
 * Students sign a contract. Parents must sign for computers at parent/student orientation. Students paid $50 per school year and school has State of NC insurance policy. $50 covers damage and maintenance. Suggest buying a warranty plan. Recordkeeping-laptop check in for returning laptops. Students get a carbon copy receipt noting damages and laptop received. Fees should be discussed before computers are given to students and included in laptop handbook. Record serial number and asset numbers before students take computer. Filter at school also applies at home on lap tops. Ask Dr. Math-maybe blocked by school system. 1:1 technology should have some type of learning system such as Moodle. Teachers will need to be trained before students receive laptops. **

Group 1 - Wachovia: Tina Webster, Asheboro High School Kelly Brannock, NCDPI Instructional Technology Division Gerri Batchelor, NCDPI Instructional Technology Division
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Group 2 - BB&T: Keith Pittman, Asheville High School**MCNC did study on feasibility of infrastructure** Anthony Dove, Friday Institute Gail Holmes, NCDPI Instructional Technology Division

Group 3 - Nortel B: Sandi Meads, Perquimans High School Amber Bass, NCDPI Instructional Technology Division Emmy Coleman, Friday Institute

Group 4 - Nortel A: Shannon Baggett, School of Inquiry and Life Sciences Julian Wilson, NCDPI Instructional Technology Division

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Asheboro High School

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