BYOD, bring your own device, is not a new concept for anyone in higher education. The trick now is to setup rules that protect the university at the same time providing the convenience of using their own trusted device to the faculty. Let’s take a look at some ways to make sure your BYOD installation is a success.
1.) Updates
Keeping the devices up to date are the responsibility of the owner. In this case, that would be the faculty member bringing it into the classroom. The main reason for this is the idea that once you begin putting software and updating devices you take ownership of them. The whole idea of BYOD is the OD (own devices).
2.) Security
This is one for debate but hear me out. Don’t let these devices on your network proper. This is not to say faculty devices should have no network access, but limited. Treat them like you would student devices. Give them access, but keep them separated.
3.) Universal Connectivity
This is where you really are able to shine and create an environment that makes BYOD great. Start with wired connections. This means HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, and USB-C. Then you can get into the wireless connectivity. This can be anything from a USB dongle to software that they can present from directly.
4.) Displays and Resolutions
This is where you really are able to shine and create an environment that makes BYOD great. Start with wired connections. This means HDMI, DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, and USB-C. Then you can get into the wireless connectivity. This can be anything from a USB dongle to software that they can present from directly.
BYOD is a movement that is not slowing down or going away anytime soon. The quicker you get policies in place the better the experience will be for both you and your faculty.
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Hey Tim. Looks like you’re the victim of a copy and paste mistake. I would love to see your feedback on Displays and Resolutions.