Planning
Developing Effective Technology PlansLearn about different types of technology that can be used in developing a technology plan. This site will help you develop a plan that specifies what students, staff, and administrators should get from integrating certain technologies.
Technology Planning: Recipe for SuccessThis site will help you to create a technology plan that includes the most essential principles in developing a successful plan.
How to Build a Computer Lab
Security Devices:
Security is a crucial element to consider when
developing
a computer lab. This section under the above link contains a list
of the estimated cost for installing three cameras with time lapse
video.
Another option mentioned is dead bolting all doors, in addition to
their
regular locks and issuing keys to only certain individuals.
Additional Topics of Interest:
I was amazed to find such a detailed list of
estimated
costs. Some of the items that appear on the list include PCs with
monitors, several different types of printers, the cables needed to
route
the printers, headphones, speakers, etc.
There is also a section on the furniture needed
and
adequate layout of computers in the classroom. I was surprised to
find out how crucial the arrangement of the computers can be and the
benefits
it can provide the students, as well as the instructors.
Physical Considerations
How
to Set Up Computers in Your Classroom
This link gives very insightful tips on how to
effectively
use the number of computers you have access to in your classroom.
Computer
Classroom Design
This design site teaches you the best way to utilize
the furniture, (you do have access to), some privacy technical
requirements,
the size and layout of your classroom.
Corporate
Vision Consulting-"Easing Eyestrain for Computer Users"
This document identifies many common vision problems
reported during computer usage. Some unique aspects of how
children
use computers may make them more susceptible than adults to the
development
of such vision problems. Find out what to take into consideration
to prevent some of these reoccuring vision problems.
Desired Physical Arrangement of My Classroom