By the time a school has purchased hardware and software to kit out a computer room, there is usually not much funds left for other things, such as chairs. Yet, learners need to be seated comfortably in order to obtain…
Implementing an ICT project in a scool is not a simple matter. Just because you’re experienced in the use of computers won’t guarantee implementation success. Much more is involved. The following suggestions could help you to succeed when you attempt the…
With the increase of crime in many of our communities, it is important to secure the school’s ICT resources. Consider whether all of the following are in place in your school: The ceiling: a favourite entry point for criminals – if…
Never underestimate the importance of creating a suitable environment and adequate infrastructure when planning to bring ICT into a school. Here are a few things to keep in mind: When a school decides to establish a computer room, a venue…
The term infrastructure is used to describe the physical environment that need to be in place in the classroom for technology to operate optimally. Some technologies, such as digital cameras, require no infrastructure modifications; others, such as interactive whiteboards, require…
Technology does not always lead to success – it does not automatically lead to improved teaching and learning. The introduction of technology in the business world only yields results when it supports the objectives of the organization. A good organization…
The e-pioneer learns a lesson from Grandma’s jam. Why does Grandmother’s homemade jam taste so much better than the stuff bought in tins in supermarkets? Her secret is that she makes a small quantity at a time – cooking, stirring,…
Never underestimate the cost of infrastructure preparation to accommodate an interactive whiteboard in the classroom. Your requirements depend on the state of the room and the type of equipment you want to install. The following is a list of things…
The hole in the picture below is an important step towards technology installation at a school in Grabouw, South Africa. It was dug to erect a pole that will carry electricity to the school. The importance of infrastructure preparation as…
Most schools were built years ago and were not designed to house computer facilities. When a computer room is planned for a school, the venue must be carefully selected, since the safety of learners, the security of the equipment and…
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