The Intelligent Classroom

Designed, integrated and implemented by United Systems

How do you think the computer generation is learning? They are very skilled at picking up new technologies, such as iPods, cell phones, and computers. Energizing your classroom with easy to use tools that add to the education experience is only one part of the “Intelligent Classroom (IC)” by United Systems. Creation of reusable, multi-media enhanced curriculum will give teachers more time with their students.
We have been able to integrate many technology companies and products into real education solutions. As a Dell Premier Partner, United Systems has the ability to incorporate the products from Dell and the solutions that would expand the teaching and learning experience.

Inventive Technology has created a product called Media Cast. It is a solution for media rich deployment that compresses video distribution from DVD’s, Cable, VHS, and most any video source right into the classroom. Any overhead projector attached to a computer can be a window into the world. Link to IPTV and video distribution.

When used in conjunction with eInstruction, interactive products such as the MOBI, mobile interactive white board, and the Classroom Response System, the interaction between students and teachers takes on a whole new direction! There are so many stories of students being drawn into the education process by the involvement of meaningful media rich curriculum. Teachers are also identifying that they are able to save paper! With budget cuts looming everywhere, saving money on consumable supplies for the classroom is critical.

The Interactive Factor
When looking at products for our solutions, we evaluate all aspects of the needs of the student, teachers and administrators. One of the most important aspects for IC is the “Interactive Factor”. The "Interactive Factor" is defined as the Teacher/Student educational interaction and the Teacher/Teacher curriculum sharing.
Contact United Systems today for a complete evaluation of your classrooms. We can provide budget tools to make the process even easier.

To schedule the evaluation please contact our sales department at United Systems.

As we are rolling more classrooms out, we will be working with the schools to assess the potential impact of the Intelligent Classroom (IC) and the Media Rich Curriculum (MRC). Check out the video above. They worked very hard and were the eInstruction 2009 winners for the Classroom Make Over project. Do not underestimate the amount of learning that takes place in group projects like this one. Do not forget to sign up for this years competition.

One of the examples of a district wide role out is Western Heights Public Schools - Oklahoma City

The following is a portion of a Press Release describing some of the key elements impacting the Intelligent Classroom at Western Heights.

Major Technology Initiative Complete

Professional development for teachers is well underway, led by Instructional Technology Director Kimberly Race who is training a visibly excited and deeply engaged group. She said: “Rolling out new technology with a professional development path for teachers is a fundamental requirement for success. Role-based training for teachers, media specialists and curriculum specialists will lay the foundation for the long-term, effective use of new media – including video, audio, podcasts, and live events.” Superintendent, Joe Kitchens, sums up his vision: “We want to increase access to relevant media inside and outside the classroom, to get the most out of the online learning and with strong emphasis on opportunities for professional development, and to explore new ways to engage education within the community.”

eInstruction has created the "Mobi". It is a mobile interactive white board, giving the teacher the freedom to teach anywhere in the classroom while interacting with the students.

"I don’t think I will catch any of my students napping anymore!!! – Elementary Teacher, John Glenn"

 "I really don’t get excited about technology – as you know well….but I really like this mobi thing!  Middle School Math Teacher"  

MediaCAST is our selected Video Distribution System and here are a few quotes about our installation:

 

"I love the media cast.  We have watched several videos about the water cycle and explorers.  It is amazing and the kids love it!  :) – Teacher,  Winds West 5th Grade"

 

"Our teachers love the Media Rich Curriculum that is now available to them without checking out the AV cart. - 7th grade teacher.

 

CPS is our "Clicker" Solution from E-Instruction. This interactive solution provides immediate feed back on student performance.

 

I already saved 20 pieces of paper!!! 

I know you are very busy, but I am so excited about the CPS.  I just wanted to let you know that I used it first thing this morning to give a pre-spelling test.  My second graders did excellent!  It takes no time to create tests, and students loved seeing the answers instantly!   - 2^nd Grade Teacher at Winds West

In summary, the scope of the project was comprehensive and district wide. The technology team is on track to provide event broadcasts and deliver digital media content and services in a most integrated and efficient way.

 

 

One of the key components of the Intelligent Classroom as defined by United Systems is the Media Rich Curriculum (MRC). How the curriculum is stored and shared is critical. If the teachers cannot find the material quickly, by appropriate topic and grade level, the teachers most likely will not incorporate the MRC into their daily lesson plans.

Kids are learning in new ways. They are being attracted to Ipods, cell phones and texting. As the kids change how they are learning, the schools need to adapt and stay one step ahead of the students.

Curriculum sharing is rolling within the school districts. Sharing between the districts is tougher. Please send us your interesting pictures that you have taken that may be helpful in other teachers. Please include as much information as possible. The two videos are examples of National Geographic films that are available on You Tube and the other was submitted by a student from Deer Creek. There are ways to lock the You Tube video down so that only the video you want shown would be accessible.

Please let us know what works best in your districts! Thank you!

Security is only one requirement for the Intelligent Classroom. Lightspeed Systems has products that gives the power to the school district to protect the students. Collaboration is one of the cornerstones of the Intelligent Classroom designed and implemented by United Systems. Adding secure collaboration between teachers and students is critical.