From One Touch Screen To 9-School-Wide Adoption: East Meadow School District

The challenge: finding an adaptive and interactive solution

Central to the district's mission were two significant challenges: adapting technology to cater to various educational levels and elevating student engagement through interactive learning experiences. The primary objective was to modernize and replace outdated instructional tools with innovative, interactive solutions that were both accessible and effective for every student, with a particular focus on inclusivity for special education.

The solution: modern i3SIXTY touch screens for each space 

The search for a solution led the district to partnering with PC University, an i3-Technologies Platinum partner.

The district's phased adoption strategy commenced with the i3SIXTY 43” screens, subsequently integrating the larger i3TOUCH E-ONE in 65”, 75” and 86” sizes to support their class learning environments.

Understanding the diverse requirements of various learning spaces, the district planned the gradual adoption process. It began with pilot testing to ensure the effectiveness of the solutions and to gather essential feedback for a broader district-wide rollout. The choice of screen sizes aimed to match the particular needs of different educational settings—from specialized smaller rooms needing the adaptability and compactness of 43” screens to larger spaces benefiting from the visibility provided by the larger screens as well.

PC University, as a partner, played a central role in the commercial process, installation and implementation of the hardware.

Navigating implementation hurdles with the team 

Implementing a new technological framework across varied educational environments isn't straightforward. However, with robust support from i3-Technologies, coupled with comprehensive teacher training led by East Meadow's staff developer, Maria Bradley, the district was able to overcome these hurdles. The teachers were also encouraged to "just play with it" to explore its capabilities fully. 

Efficient workflows with Remote Device Management (RDM) 

The successful integration of the technology was further supported by i3-Technologies' Remote Device Management (RDM) system. This tool enabled the district's technical team to efficiently manage devices remotely, streamlining updates and troubleshooting processes to minimize classroom disruptions and maintain a continuous learning experience.

Results

The initiative led to remarkable results:

• Increased student engagement: notable rise in active participation and interest among students.
  
  
• Ease of use for educators: teachers found the technology intuitive, enhancing their ability to integrate it into their teaching practices.
  
  
• Enhanced learning experiences: The interactive features of i3-Technologies' products promoted a more engaging and inclusive learning environment.
  
  
• Improved technical efficiency: The RDM feature significantly eased the management of devices, proving beneficial for the technical team.

The teachers note that the i3SIXTY, the rotatable touch screen, has been very helpful this year in their teaching process. It allowed the teachers to utilize various materials such as slides, images and videos in parallel with their regular processes. Special education teachers also used this screen to draw attention of the small groups at the back of the classroom.

Looking into the future

The success story of the East Meadow School District and i3-Technologies serves as an inspiring example for educational institutions aiming to upgrade their teaching and learning environments.

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