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Manage Mobility and Smith Micro Software Partner for K-12 Mobile Device Management Solution

Connection Manager allows administrators to prioritize wireless networks, enforce user policies and sends notifications for data limits.

August 7, 2013 Chrissy Winske Leave a Comment

Manage Mobility and Smith Micro Software have partnered on a mobile device management solution called Connection Manager. It allows school administrators to prioritize wireless networks and offer CIPA-compliant filtering. Connection Manger also alerts students when they are approaching their device’s data limits.

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5 Great Flipped Learning Tips

Pioneer Jon Bergmann talks about the advantages and disadvantages of Flipped Learning and offers tips for edtech professionals.

July 10, 2013 Chrissy Winske Leave a Comment

Jon Bergmann, a pioneer of the flipped classroom, sits down with TechDecisions to talk about founding the flipped learning movement in K-12. The advantages, disadvantages and misconceptions of a flipped classroom, tips for making effective videos, how to overcome the digital divide and more.

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Sheridan College Looks to the Future with Its Innovative Flex Classrooms

Running A/V systems over IP and using mobile furniture and equipment helped the college to maximize on space and see a true ROI.

June 27, 2013 Chrissy Winske Leave a Comment

Sheridan College created innovative “flex classrooms” that can be used in a variety of ways and host a number of A/V systems. These rooms include NEC commercial-grade projectors, Dell computers, AverVision SPB350+ document cameras, movable teaching podiums, Extron DMP 44 LC digital matrix processors, Extron power amplifiers and Shure wireless gooseneck microphones. The network switches are Cisco.

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30 Inspiring Digital Signage Projects: DSE 2013 Apex Award Finalists

Check out 30 inspiring digital signage installations from interactive video walls to illuminated domed ceilings using the full gamut of technologies.

February 7, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Check out thirty inspiring digital signage installations from interactive video walls to illuminated domed ceilings, using the full gamut of digital signage technologies. The winners of the 2013 Apex Awards will be announced at Digital Signage Expo 2013. The finalists include Mansfield Reformatory Preservation Society, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, Westfield San Francisco Centre, Arsenal Media Fountain of Content, Christie West Wing, San Francisco Public Utility Commission, Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel, Saint Louis University, University of Waterloo Stratford Campus, Antron Showroom, Dallas Cowboys Stadium, University of Oregon, Dee Daa Restaurants, Starbucks Coffee Co, Top of Waikiki Restaurant, Tourisme Montérégie, Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort, Wynn in Las Vegas, Buffalo Wild Wings, Pepsi, Telenet Mobile, Clear Channel, Rumeli Hisari Castles, Westfield Shopping Center, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Connections, Holt Renfrew Ltd, McCarran International Airport, IGI, MTA Subway. Categories include: Business, Industry & Government, Education & Healthcare, Event Venues, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Public Spaces, Retail, Transportation.

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Future-proofing Your A/V Solution

Design for the long term to keep complete renovations at bay.

January 21, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

Every A/V system is on an upgrade path from the moment it is installed. While it is impossible to be ready for everything in terms of control and automation, the trick to future-proofing is to be prepared to integrate new technologies down the line while not going overboard investing in one flavor as opposed to another.

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CES 2013: The Buzz – 4K Displays, 3D Video Wall, Multi-touch and a Lot More

We highlight some of the new products and technology announcements from the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show that will have an impact on your facility.

January 21, 2013 TD Staff Leave a Comment

The buzz at CES 2013 is ultra high-definition, 4K (UHD) all the way from tablets, digital signage, projectors and flat panel displays! LG is showing the World’s Largest 3D Video Wall. We highlight some of the new products and technology announcements from the Consumer Electronics Show that will have an impact on corporate, hospitality, K-12, higher education, health care and houses of worship facilities. From tablets to displays, switchers and automation systems.

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