Resources+for+1-to-1

Web Sites:
There are many existing organizations that are "all about" 1-to-1 computing in education. Constellation Schools uses a "best practices" model where we pick and choose the best knowledge, methods, and approaches that we believe will work well for our teachers and students.
 * 1-to-1 web sites

Planning:

 * Strategies for Building a Successful 1-to-1 Computing Program
 * Notes from //Transforming Classroom Practice - Professional Development Strategies in Educational Technology//
 * Sandbox - working documents, lists of ideas

Documents:

 * Research and case studies on the effectiveness and impact of 1-to-1 :: research and studies

Assessment:
Various methods will be used to measure the quality and effectiveness of the 1-to-1 program. In addition to examining effects on standard student achievement (quality of work, test scores), we will assess teacher and student technology skill levels before, during, and after each school year. >
 * Milken dimensions for assessment of technology skill levels - [|download site].
 * //This framework, The Seven Dimensions for Gauging Progress, is intended for policymakers, educators, and technology directors to use as a road map when attempting to bring up the learning levels of students through technology. It describes the conditions that should be in place for technology to be used to its greatest educational advantage in any classroom.//
 * //This publication is unique in its focus on systems thinking and systemic change; acknowledging that the transformation process necessary for effective integration of technology into learning is complex, requiring new ways of thinking, teaching, and learning for all participants in the system. The Seven Dimensions also provides educators with ways to assess movement toward their goals for learning with technology through sets of questions and stages of progress.//
 * Extra Help for students and teachers

Technical & Technology Related Topics:

 * Power and Charging
 * Administrative rights
 * Cleaning and Care of Laptops
 * Laptop User Manual
 * Software
 * Digital Textbooks and Content