Type of computer I would like to have in my classroom:

iBook
PowerPC G3
Mac OS X & Mac OS 9 included
Warranty
700MHz
30GB Ultra ATA drive
256MB SDRAM - 2 DIMMs
14.1-inch TFT XGA display
1024 x 768 TFT active-matrix display pixel resolution
Built-in 56K V.90 modem
Combo Drive
10/100BASE-T Ethernet
2 USB & 1 FireWire Port
AirPort Ready
Apple trackpad
Built-in keyboard
6 hours of battery life on a single charge
QuickTime, iMovie, iPhoto, iTunes, AppleWorks

This computer is excellent to set up in a lab setting.  The iBook is very portable and can be placed on students' desks.  Each computer would include an airport card installed for wireless connectivity.  An airport base station would be used to allow wireless internet access for all computers in the classroom.

Cost per computer: $1,699.00
Save $100.00 per CD-ROM model iBook when purchasing a 5- pack or greater quantity for a lab setting.

Airport card: $94.00 each computer
Airport base station: $269.00

The cost for the lab can be shared by the whole school and the lab can be used on a sign out basis.

Web site used for purchase of computers and accessories: Apple-Education

Printer I would like to have in my classroom:

Brother HL-1440 Laser Printer
1200 x 600 dpi
15 pages per minute
2MB of standard memory (expandable to 34MB)
Manual duplex printing allows you to print on both sides of the page
Cost per printer: $249.95

Web site used for purchase of printer:  MacConnection

Additional hardware I would like to have in my classroom:
 

Digital Camera
Sony Corp. - Digital Imaging Mavica MVC-FD200 Digital Camera
The MVC-FD200 is a 2-megapixel camera that gives you the option of recording your exceptionally vivid digital photos to a standard floppy disk or Memory Stick Media.  With 3X optical/6X digital zoom, MPEG movie function, and a built-in intelligent flash.

Cost of digital camera: $399.95

Scanner
Epson America- Epson Perfection 1660 PHOTO Scanner
1200x3200 dpi hardware resolution
True 48-bit performance
Maximum scan area is 8.5" x 11.7"
Built-in to the scanner's lid is a 35mm film strip adapter for important photographs. Plus, it scans a full color document in just 10msec/line.

Cost of scanner: $179.95

Projector
Infocus Systems  LP240 LCD Projector
800 x 600 resolution for sharp presentations
1000 lumens
LCD produces sharp colorful images with a 400:1 contrast ratio
Manual zoom function
Digital keystone correction ensures that images are perfectly square, giving you the flexibility to set-up your projector anywhere
Throw ratio of 1.8 to 2.15:1 displays a large image even in small classrooms
The LP240 even has a 1W speaker, so your audience can hear easily

Cost of projector: $1,499

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Fellowes Adjustable Gel Wrist Rest
Purchase Price: $19.95
The ergonomically designed Adjustable Gel Wrist Rest conforms to your wrist to provide firm, soothing support. You can even adjust the height to your preference. Its graphite and platinum colors complement any office (classroom) decor.

RJ Cooper & Associates BigKeys LX
Purchase Price: $165
This is a wonderful alternative keyboard for those with vision impairments, and/or physical and/or cognitive disabilities.   All keys are easy to see: 1-inch square! 4 times normal size.

RJ Cooper & Associates Magic Touch Screen
Purchase Price: $225
This is a very durable, add-on touchscreen that 'becomes' the mouse, in all applications.  Especially great in Point To Pictures for making 'early' choices, and for all cause/effect software, to introduce them to interacting with pictures. And, of course, any point-and-click type software is instantly accessible simply by touching the thing that would normally require moving, and understanding, a mouse and pointer. Two strong 'hangers' support the Magic Touch's weight while Velcro keeps it affixed to your screen. And it's the only touchscreen available in 17", which is strongly recommend.

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