Web filter monitors and reports also
 M86 Security has introduced the M86 Web Filter and Reporter, a single appliance which provides filtering, monitoring and reporting capabilities to protect students from inappropriate Web and Instant Messenger


New multi-touch tablet, notebook PCs
 HP today introduced its first multitouch-enabled tablet for business users as well as notebook PCs tailored for both enterprise and small and midsize businesses (SMBs). The additions to the HP portfolio

New portable document camera
 ELMO USA Corporation announces the release of the CO-10, its smallest and lightest document camera. The CO-10 folds into a compact rectangular unit measuring 5” x 10” x 1.5” and weighs only 2.9 lbs. When


Put to the Test: Blossom Learning
Blossom Learning is an online applied SMART Board course that allows teachers and students to take a course at their own pace, and repeat a lesson until proficiency is achieved. The course contains end


Netbooks are durable,stylish and connect quickly
 Samsung Electronics America Inc. announces the launch of three new netbooks, the N210, N150 and NB30. HyperSpace Instant On capability allows the N210 to turn on and immediately go online without waiting


New textbook apps turn iPod into study center
Kaplan Publishing and ScrollMotion have announced a range of Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT) and U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE)  text book apps will be available from the App Store in February.


Video: New student response system demonstrated
Educators attending the Texas Computer Education Association Conference this February will have the opportunity to squeeze in hands-on time with the company’s newest hardware release – the Q6 student response


New controller integrates classroom AV technology
Calypso Systems has released the CB-2000 networked button-panel controller, designed for K-12 users.The wall-mounted controller integrates classroom A V technology, such as projectors, document cameras


Put to the Test: Inspiration 9
             Thinking isn't always easy. Sometimes the mind wonders and loses focus. Or, you may have trouble getting started on a project. Luckily there's an app for that!   Inspiration 9 includes a collection


New interactive algebra course
The American Education Corporation has announced that it has released Algebra I: A Function Approach Part 2, a new interactive high school course for the A+nyWhere Learning System courseware program.The


New clicker system offers QWERTY keyboard
SMART Technologies announces SMART Response XE interactive response system, which includes keyboard-style handheld wireless remotes (or clickers), a receiver and assessment software. Teachers can ask as


Put to the Test: ASPEN LEARNING OPENCLASSROOM SERVERS
The OpenClassroom Server (OCS) places the teacher in control of an easily managed local Web 2.0 environment. The OCS lets the teacher and students carry out research, communication, collaboration, publication,

New mobile teaching cart has DVD, projector, sound
RM Education has introduced the RM eCart, a fully-configured audio video mobile teaching cart. Each cart is equipped with a DVD VCR combo player, a projector optimized for classroom use, and a sound system.


Wireless slate offers teachers mobility with interactive lessons
RM Education has introduced the RM ePad, an interactive slate with wireless RF technology that gives teachers the ability to teach interactive lessons from anywhere in the classroom. The product comes


Put to the Test: Texthelp Systems Fluency Tutor
Fluency Tutor is an online software solution for students developing, and teachers assessing, oral reading fluency. The product incorporates passages that align to MetaMetrics Lexile Framework for Reading


New energy saving amplifiers
Extron Electronics has announced the industry's first commercial power amplifiers that are ENERGY STAR qualified and meet the new Version 2.0 Audio Video specification. The MPA 401 and XTRA Series amplifiers


Cart stores, protects, and recharges portable computers
As schools and other organizations deploy more netbooks, tablets and notebooks, security and recharging are an increasingly important concern.  Datamation Systems has introduced a compact, secure and affordable


Videos from FETC 2010
AVerPen demo at FETC 2010 TI Navigator demo at FETC Brainchild Achiever demo at FETC 2010 SAM CAM 860 doc cam at the FETC 2010 Epson BrightLink 450Wi Demo

Put to the Test: Dell Latitude Z Laptop Computer
Dell introduces the Latitude Z, a 16-inch laptop with the security, wireless, service, and support options of the Dell Latitude family. The tapered design starts at slightly more than half an inch thick


Put to the Test: Windows 7 Ultimate
It's a significant event in the educational computing world when Microsoft releases a new OS (Operating System). Teachers want to know how it will make teaching easier and learning more effective.

Put to the Test Co:Writer 6 from Don Johnston
For some students, writing comes easy. For others, it's an elusive skill. Co:Writer 6 helps level the "writing" field, enabling students who struggle with writing and spelling to work at their own pace


Put to the Test: Dell 3330dn Laser printer
The Dell 3330dn prints up to 40 ppm print speed with a true 1200x1200dpi (max) print resolution. The built-in duplexing and low cost per page--along with the quick start-up speed--make this a “green” printer. 

T&L Announces the 2009 Awards of Excellence Winners
27th ANNUAL AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE WINNERSANNOUNCED BY TECH & LEARNING MAGAZINEOutstanding Education Technology Products SalutedSAN BRUNO, CA (October 28, 2009) – Tech & Learning magazine today named


Put to the Test: HP DX9000 Touchsmart Business PC
The HP TouchSmart Business PC is an all-in-one, touch-enabled desktop PC for businesses that could also be used in a number of classroom circumstances. The dx9000 model is a 22-inch widescreen, high-definition


Put to the Test: Absolute Software Geofencing
Geofencing is a feature available now with Computrace Complete by Absolute Software.  Geofencing allows users to create predefined boundaries to contain the physical location of the devices in a school’s


Put to the test: Camtasia for Macintosh from Techsmith
Microsoft PowerPoint and classroom chalkboards, once considered tools of choice for student presentations, now seem so 20th century. Today's Web 2.0 savvy youngsters want to share their work with the world.


Put to the Test: Flowol Computer Programming Tool
The Flowol program teaches computer programming by using carnival rides (mimics), as tools. Students develop the flowchart for various carnival rides to make them run successfully. By doing this, they

Put to the Test: Ginger
Ginger supports all struggling writers, including those who have learning difficulties such as dyslexia, and English language learners. Ginger uses patent-pending technology to automatically correct misused


Put to the Test: Faronics Power Save
Faronics Power Save is a utility that is installed on computers so users can determine its power usage then adjust the device for maximum power savings and maximum availability. The product is installed


Put to the Test: KACE System Management KBOX
The new KBOX Systems Management and Deployment Appliance now works with current and forthcoming versions of Windows and Mac OS, including Windows 7 and Snow Leopard. A network administrator would use this


Put to the Test: WizCom ReadingPen TS
The WizCom ReadingPen TS personal reading assistant helps students increase comprehension, vocabulary and fluency in English. Users can scan and insert text using the touch screen and virtual keyboard,


Put to the Test: Pearson PowerSchool 6
PowerSchool Premier 6 is the most significant upgrade to PowerSchool since it was introduced more than 12 years ago. The new SIS enhances the ReportWorks custom-report-development tool, PowerTeacher classroom

Put to the Test: The Elmo TT-O2RX Document Camera
The Elmo TT-O2RX Document Camera features true color reproduction, 30-frames-per-second real-time image, New Image Mate software with audio and video recording, and 5.2x optical zoom. The high frame-per-second


Put to the Test: AVerVision355AF
The new AVerVision355AF 5-mega pixel portable document camera boasts one-touch audio and video recording to a USB flashdrive, full 1080p high-definition output, 80X total zoom capabilities, and full 14”


Put to the Test: Discovering The Science of Alcohol Program
Discovering the Science of Alcohol is a technology- and print-based high school biology program. A science or health teacher would have students work through the various activities while guiding the students

Document Camera Promotion
AVerMedia Information, Inc., provider of presentation and surveillance technology, has announced a Buy 8 Get 1 Free promotion on the AVerVision CP300 Interactive Document Camera through September 30, 2009. 


Put to the Test: MicroSaver DS Keyed Ultra-Thin Notebook Lock
The Kensington Microsaver DS Keyed Ultra-Thin Notebook Lock features a T-bar locking mechanism for theft protection. The carbon steel cable provides greater security with a 10%-thinner design. A rotating


Put to the Test: Lumens DC265 Visual Presenter
The Lumens DC265 is a portable visual presenter with the power of a desktop model designed for use in K-12 education. Along with the 6x optical zoom, the DC265 provides UXGA resolution capturing up to


Free RTI Tools
The National Center on Response to Intervention recently released a free Progress Monitoring Tools Chart. This chart represents the results of the Center’s Technical Review Committee’s first review of


Put to the Test: Dell Latitude 2100 netbook
Dell’s new Latitude 2100 netbook has combined their Latitude line’s remote management capabilities with the Intel Atom processor’s affordability. Designed with kindergarten through eighth grade classrooms


Put to the Test: MindPlay RAPS360
MindPlay RAPS is a 100-percent computerized diagnostic reading-assessment program that automatically tests basic reading skills and diagnoses weaknesses in a single student, a classroom, or an entire school

Free home-school podcasts
The Appalachia Regional Comprehensive Center at Edvantia has created a free podcast series for educators on increasing parent involvement in schools. The resource is primarily aimed at state-level educators,


Put to the test: Luidia eBeam Edge
The new eBeam Edge is the next-generation hardware version of Luidia’s eBeam interactive whiteboard system. Like previous eBeam systems, it works with standard computers, projectors, and a variety of input


Next Big Thing: PCI's free Turbo Solutions Builder
Thanks to stimulus funding, there is now $12 billion available for IDEA and Title I programs. Now the challenge is, how can schools sort through the thousands of products out there and find the best fits


Put to the Test: Saywire
Saywire is a safe, social learning community that provides access to a single network where teachers, staff, and students can reside and work together. There is no public access. Saywire provides teachers


Put to the Test: Aha!Science WhiteBoard edition
The Aha!Science WhiteBoard edition interactive science lessons for grades 3 to 5 are designed to be used with interactive whiteboards. The teacher can use Aha!Science as either an introduction to a unit


Tim Lauer reviews the Kindle2
The first thing to note is that the Kindle is not the first e-book reader. Its basic functionality can be found in similar devices from Sony and other manufacturers. The difference with the Kindle is in


Put to the Test : Qwizdom Q7 Tablet
The Qwizdom Q7 Tablet combines RF technology, presenter controls, and response-system interactivity. Teachers can use this as they would any other interactive tablet, but if they are using the Qwizdom

Put to the Test: NetSupport DNA Helpdesk
When teachers have trouble with a piece of equipment or software, they can use the NetSupport DNA Helpdesk online program to submit a trouble ticket to tech support.  DNA helpdesk notifies the tech that


Put to the Test: Hewlett Packard Mini 2140 Notebook PC
The Hewlett Packard Mini 2140 Notebook PC is the most recent upgraded addition to the HP Mini-note line of netbooks. The device weighs only 2.6 pounds but sports as much basic computing power and performance


New homework social networking site
Dweeber.com is a the social networking site for student homework collaboration. Dweeber enables students to solve problems together, participate in virtual study sessions, and communicate with friends


District saves time with new scan-to-print solution
Xerox has partnered with Rochester Software Associates to provide a scan-to-print shop solution that allows teachers and staff of the Blue Valley School District in Kansas to spend less time preparing


Put to the Test: Sharp PG-D4010X
The Sharp PG-D4010 can project an image to a class, the advantage this projector  has over many others is that the image is very bright and can be projected in a fully lit classroom.Pros: This projector


The latest AV tools for classrooms
Sharp announces the company’s first short-throw DLP BrilliantColor Projector, the PG-F267X. The PG-F267X simplifies projector placement in classrooms and meeting rooms with limited space, achieving


Put to the Test: Lumens PS660 Visual Presenter
The Lumens PS660 SXGA desktop visual presenter offers one-touch integrated audio and video recording, HDMI interface, and SDHC support. The presenter has a large capture area and includes features such


Affordable handheld computer reaches Latin America
Stanford University’s School of Education and Chicago-based Innovations for Learning (IFL) have partnered up to bring the Teachermate Handheld Computer to underserved indigenous children in Latin America.


Stop sexting: new game teaches students about Internet safety
Web Wise Kids, WILL Interactive, Verizon and the ESA Foundation have created the game “It’s Your Call” for schools, law enforcement and community organizations to teach teens about “sexting,” cyber-bullying,


Put to the Test : Interwrite Mobi Tablet
The Interwrite Mobi interactive tablet can be used in a variety of ways. If the instructor uses the tablet in “sandbox” mode, the entire class can collaborate on a project. In “split screen” mode, the


What’s New - May 2009
The latest online and software product announcements ROSETTA STONE CLASSROOM LEVELS 4 AND 5 (WWW.ROSETTASTONE.COM) These new


Get On with the Show
Decisions, decisions: when purchasing a projector, there are myriad choices one can make. Should I buy an LCD projector? How about a DLP projector? Maybe a short-throw? What brightness do I need? Start


Put to the Test : Educast USB Duplicator
The EduCast USB Duplicator System with MP3 Players from Hamilton Electronics serves three main functions without the need for a PC: it copies audio lessons or class assignments from a single flash drive


Put to the Test : Intel Classmate PC
The Classmate PC is the latest version of the netbook designed specifically for K-12 use. The new model combines a compact netbook with a user-friendly tablet, making this product ideal for school 1:1


Put to the Test : IHMC–CMAP Tools
The IHMC Cmap Tools software lets users construct, navigate, share, and criticize knowledge models represented as Concept Maps. These concept maps can be saved in a public space for easy access. Users


Put to the Test : Spark Science Learning System
The SPARK Science Learning System is an all-in-one mobile device that integrates probeware with inquiry-based content and assessment. The SPARK can be used as a standalone science- data-collection tool,


Put to the Test : Lumens PS660 Visual Presenter
The Lumens PS660 SXGA desktop visual presenter offers one-touch integrated audio and video recording and has an HDMI interface for transmitting uncompressed digital data. The presenter has a large capture

Put to the Test: Interwrite Mobi Tablet
The Interwrite Mobi interactive tablet can be used in a variety of ways. If the instructor uses the tablet in “sandbox” mode, the entire class can collaborate on a project. In “split screen” mode, the


Put to the Test Intel Classmate PC
The Classmate PC is the latest version of the netbook designed specifically for K-12 use. The new model combines a compact netbook with a user-friendly tablet, making this product ideal for school 1:1


eBook Reader Update
It’s only a matter of time now. As e-book readers mature, the image of children lugging dated, heavy bundles of pulp will become as anachronistic as them writing on slate boards. Besides the much-heralded


Safe Schools in a Web 2.0 World initiative
 Research shows that today’s digital-age students often experience a gap between how they learn in school and how they interact and work outside of school. In response, Lightspeed Systems has partnered


Put to the Test: SPARK Science Learning System
The SPARK Science Learning System is an all-in-one mobile device that integrates probeware with inquiry-based content and assessment. SPARK can be used as a standalone science data collection tool or it


New independent research released on Pearson's My Sidewalks reading program
My Sidewalks, an intervention program created by Pearson, was recently evaluated by the independent research firm Magnolia Consulting LLC. The findings of A Study of Pearson’s My Sidewalks Program: Final


AV tools released this month
New affordable presentation tools, projectors, broadcast equipment and more. Papershow is an affordable new interactive presentation tool and digital whiteboard (a starter kit costs $199). Teachers can

DreamBox Launches DreamBox Math Classroom
DreamBox Learning, an online eLearning start-up, today launched DreamBox Math Classroom, the school version of DreamBox Learning K-2 Math, an online learning product for kids in grades K-2 that is built


New STEM website teaches about alternative fuels
The U.S. Department of Energy, in collaboration with the X PRIZE Foundation and Discovery Education, has launched a new Web site for students-- FuelOurFutureNow. The site is geared toward STEM subjects


Put to the Test; NetSupport Notify
A school would install the NetSupport Notify network (LAN, WAN) messaging system program to communicate any message to the staff as a group or to small groups of staff members. This short message is then


New software and online schools tools for March 09
Financial education programs, language learning, interactive whiteboard software, assessment and more. ActivInspire Price: $99 for purchases made on or before June 30th, 2009 ActivInspire is Promethean’s


Free resource for college hunting
High School students looking to explore college options and school counselors in search of a useful resource for their students are invited to check out CampusCompare, a new FREE online resource that merges


New program lets students create review materials
Teachers and students of today’s digital age have a new option for an efficient way to study—Study X, an interactive software program that lets students create their own review material, has received praises


Free online tool helps analyze state certification requirements
CertificationMap, a new free online tool, was built to inform teachers on the varying state certification requirements through a single, comprehensive source. The website and its researched content can


Put to the Test: AVerVision CP300
The compact AVerVision CP300 digital document camera has a 3.2 megapixel sensor,  8X digital zoom + 2X AVERZOOM (total 16X zoom), fast-response auto focus, laser positioning guide, split screen, and picture-in-picture.


What's New in March 2009
The latest releases in online, software, hardware and AV, such as the The OKI Data MC860 A3 color multifunction printer (shown here).HARDWARE AV The OKI Data MC860 A3 color multifunction printer series


Partnership Makes 1000's of Books Available for People with Print Disabilities
Bookshare and Hachette Book Group (HBG) announced today that they have entered into a partnership to provide digital books for Bookshare’s accessible online library for people with print disabilities.


A 21st Century Response to Educating Students with Autism
Virtual Expert Clinics, Inc., provider of a 21st century response to educating students with autism, launches AutismPro.  A customizable package of tools, content and programming, AutismPro allows administrators


Job seekers map path with online career planning assessment from Pearson
In today’s tough job market,  careful career planning is more important than ever before. To map a  path to a successful and satisfying career, students and other job  seekers can now turn to the trusted


New toolkit helps make sense of mass notification systems
Americans send 1 billion text messages a day via wireless devices.  Yet when it comes communicating with parents, many schools still rely on television, radio, and the Internet to push out critical information


John Stossel releases free DVD on education
A new education DVD from John Stossel, “Stossel in the Classroom: 2009 Edition” is free and now available to teachers, educators and home-schoolers. Geared to students in grades 7-12, the DVD includes

Win a doc cam from Avermedia
AVerMedia® Technologies announced today a milestone has been achieved for the AVerVision Teacher Forum Contests and Document Camera Giveaway.  Since the contests’ inception in August of 2008, AVerMedia


New projectors released
The latest from Vivitek, Sharp, Dukane, NEC, and Hitachi. Vivitek’s new D735VX projector uses the latest DLP technology and projects at 3200 ANSI lumens with BrilliantColor technology and a 5-segment color


3D learning tool
Teachers interested in 3D learning are invited to check out the new, free, open source project called Edusim, a slimmed-down version of the core Open Cobalt Metaverse Project. The project's goal is to


Moodle joins forces with Google
Moodlerooms, an online learning solution that can be used for K-12 classrooms, has collaborated with Google to integrate Moodle with Google Apps Education Eduction, which allows the two communication productivity


Mini Powerhouses
Today, 38 percent of public schools use laptops for instruction, according to education-research firm Market Data Retrieval. The benefits are plentiful: mobility, educational software, and multimedia


New software: Dreambox, STI, My WebLocker and more
DreamBox K-2 MathPrice: $12.95 per month, per child; 6-12-month subscriptions priced at $49.95 and $99.95, respectivelyDreamBox Learning K-2 Math is fundamentally different than any other kids’ math


Online Library for People with Print Disabilities Offers More Accessibility
Bookshare, the world’s largest accessible online library for people with print disabilities, has been completely rebuilt with state-of-the-art web technology to make it significantly easier for individuals


SMARTer Kids Foundation of Canada now accepting applications
The SMARTer Kids Foundation of Canada is now accepting applications from 6th grade teachers in the U.S. and Canada for the 2009-2010 Connections program, a fully-funded collaborative learning program for


Put to the Test: IHMC–Cmap Tools
The IHMC Cmap Tools software lets users construct, navigate, share, and criticize knowledge models represented as Concept Maps.  These concept maps can be saved in a public space for easy access.  Users


Total Traffic Control Software to Enable Educators to Use Approved YouTube Videos
Many districts block teacher and student access to online social networking sites and other Web sites with Web 2.0 capabilities, because these popular Internet destinations can pose a risk to network security


New social learning network
Teachers and school administrators looking for an innovative eLearning application might want to check out Sclipo, a new social learning network for education, similar to Facebook and LinkedIn. The network


Award-winning Authors Guest Blog on TeachingBooks.net
TeachingBooks.net has launched a new blog: News from TeachingBooks.net.  Blog articles reveal strategies that assist educators in integrating videos of authors and online audio book recordings into reading


Touch Recognition added to SMART Board 600 series
SMART Technologies announces the addition of Touch Recognition to SMART Board 600 series interactive whiteboards. The feature is the first to automatically detect the difference between a pen, finger and


ProjectExplorer provides multimedia materials
In order to focus on global education under the Obama presidency, ProjectExplorer is providing students with innovative multimedia materials that can help them discover the "common humanity" they share


Wii in education?
Thanks to newly formed collaborations with select schools and educators, Nintendo and MENC: The National Association for Music Education are working on incorporating Wii consoles and Wii Music software


What’s New March 2009: News from FETC, TCEA, and more
SMART Sync 2009 Price: $799 Category: classroom monitoring software SMART Sync builds on the features of its

What's New February 2009
ONLINE SOFTWAREDigital Photo Suite 2009Price: $49.99Category: web design toolshe Digital Photo Suite 2009 makes it simple to organize, enhance, and share photos. Combining the tagging and sorting features


Next Big Thing: The SMART Table
The new SMART Table is an experiment in hardware design intended especially for students aged4 to 8. The tabletop touch screen lets them get hands-on with collaborative, interactive softwareactivities.


Put to the test: Plato Achieve Now on PSP
PLATO Achieve Now on PSP is a handheld, mobile instructional program that extends the activities of the classroom. This educational gaming solution, developed for exclusive use on the PSP system, comes


Renaissance Learning Introduces New Reading Intervention Program
Renaissance Learning, Inc. announced today the introduction of Successful Reader, a research-based reading intervention program focused on the key skill and motivational needs of struggling readers in


A whitepaper on Proxy Abuse
From SmoothWall's 2009 whitepaper Anonymous proxy servers that pass users' web requests onto other servers on the internet are becoming an increasingly pervasive problem in schools – and one that can only


FETC Video Reports
HP dx9000 TouchSmart Business PC. Click HERE if you can't view this in your browser.  Polyvision's new eno. Click HERE if you can't view this in your browser. SMART Table SMART Gestures


Put to the test: Flip Mino(2)
Use the  Flip Mino digital video camera to record science and observe results in slow motion. Use it in P.E. analyze athletic performance. Pair it with animations software to produce videos in a language


Awards of Excellence Ceremony at FETC
Each of the products selected for this year’s Awards of Excellence had to do something that doesn’t always happen, even with the most heavily hyped of technologies—work in real life.  All of these


Live from FETC - Jan 22-24, 2009
Attendance was significantly down at FETC in Orlando this year -- usually one of the largest ed tech conferences in the US. But, there was no shortage of product news at the show. Here are some highlights


Put to the Test: Dukane AirSlate 3
The Dukane AirSlate 3 Interactive Writing tablet lets the student interact with images being projected in a classroom directly from their seat or lets a teacher interact from anywhere in the room. Up to


New software: Serif Digital Photo Suite 2009, Typing Adventure
Digital Photo Suite 2009 Price: $49.99Category: web design toolsThe Digital Photo Suite 2009 makes it simple to organize, enhance, and share photos. Combining the tagging and sorting features of Serif’s


Trillion offers free whitepaper: How to Avoid the Top 12 Pitfalls of Applying for E-Rate
For schools struggling to secure E-Rate funding, Trillion Partners is offering help with a new whitepaper, "How to Avoid the Top 12 Pitfalls of Applying for E-Rate." Although the federal E-Rate program


Put to the Test: Epson PowerLite short-throw projector
The Epson PowerLite short-throw projector can be mounted close to the screen or whiteboard.  This means that the instructor will not be walking in front of the projector and casting a shadow on the screen


LearningStation Releases Assessment Survey
LearningStation recently announced the results of a customer survey that asked K-12 teachers and administrators to share their views of assessment, achievement and technology in the classroom. Survey participants


Vernier Releases Free Data Logging Software for ‘Dell-powered Inspirion Mini 9
‘Dell-powered Inspirion Mini 9’ is the latest netbook to use Vernier’s ‘Logger Lite®’ software at no cost Vernier’s award-winning Logger Lite® software continues the company’s commitment to affordable


SMART FETC sneak peek
Tech & Learning got a sneak peek of what SMART would be unveiling at the upcoming FETC show in Booth #1401. Here’s a quick look:--The new 600i SMART Board now supports both standard and wide-screen


Put to the Test: NComputing 550X
The NComputing 550X PCI card and software allows educators to attach five keyboards, mice, and monitors to one computer. With a second X550 kit, a total of eleven users can all share a single PC. Each


Awards of Excellence Winners 2008
Each of the products selected for this year’s Awards of Excellence had to do something that doesn’t always happen, even with the most heavily hyped of technologies—work in real life. Honorees are determined


New Products: Fujitsu Slate, NewTek LiveSet Pack, SMART Notebook SE
Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation announces the Stylistic ST6012 slate tablet PC featuring the first embedded, biometric pre-boot authentication available on a slate, improved processor performance,

New lab explores alternative energy
Creative Learning Systems introduces the Alternative Energy SmartLab. This technology lab engages students in both hands-on and research-based investigation into sources of alternative energy and provides


Can TV boost student interest?
Looking for a way to boost student interest during classes? Consider the SnapStream Enterprise TV server. The program can stream TV recordings from live TV and on-demand into the classroom over your school's


Secure social networking
The new Saywire network provides secure social networking for K-12 schools, and lets its members share ideas, collaborate on projects, and prepare for competitions in technology. It includes permissions-based


CyberSmart goes national
CyberSmart! has partnered with Academic Business Advisors to bring CyberSmart’s product to the national educational market. CyberSmart! workshops coach teachers on how to incorporate 21st century activities


Social network helps choose colleges
For high school juniors and seniors, deciding which college to attend can be stressful and difficult. Online social networking resources like the Portland, Oregon-based CollegeNET can help. The Web site


Put to the Test: Samsung UF-130DX Digital Presenter
The Samsung UF-130DX Digital Presenter has 720i high definition wide screen document camera with windows CE built in. In a science class, a teacher could display a sample of an organism then using the


New online: PrivacyVault, Follett eBooks
PrivacyVault This free email archiving solution provides users with a simple search engine for all their email and other electronic messages.Follett Digital Resources’ eBooks enables schools and libraries


Classworks report shows student improvement
Recent reports conducted by Curriculum Advantage found that K-12 school districts using the company's Classworks instructional software were able to improve student performance and eliminate the need for


Next Big Thing: eInstruction’s Interwrite Mobi System
eInstruction’s Interwrite Mobi System enables teachers and students to collaborate on alesson at the same time. The system includes an Interwrite Mobi (pictured), two InterwriteMobi Learner tablets, a


Site for Affordable Online School Shopping
School administrators can find affordable products on SchoolDude, which sells solutions for schools, information technology, and different types of management (i.e. IT asset and inventory).  It can be


New Power Saver: Lightspeed Systems Power Manager
Unattended or unused computers across a school or district network can drain budgets, as well as natural resources.  Yet, managing power usage manually is inefficient for busy network administrators. 


Put to the Test: Epson DC-10s
With the split screen and the stored images in the Epson DC-10s document camera, an instructor can take a sample from the real world and display it on one screen and a stored reference image and display


Put to the Test: Revo Uninstaller
When programs are removed from computers, parts of the program are often left behind.  This is true even if you use the uninstaller that comes with program or windows add remove programs.  These leftover


Adobe Creative Suite vs. Microsoft Expression Studio
 Recently, both Microsoft and Adobe released major upgrades of their powerhouse Web Design toolkits. Microsoft's Expression Studio 2 runs primarily under Windows and consists of five applications. Expression


Put to the Test: Mimio Studio 6
When paired with mimio Interactive and a projector, Studio 6 allows users to present lessons and access ready-to-use content. With mimio Ink Capture, Studio digitally captures dry-erase marker notes and


Put to the Test: NewTek TriCaster DUO
The most common use of this Portable TV production studio would probably be to produce a daily “news” segment of school announcements.  But, since TriCaster DUO allows simultaneous Broadcast and Web cast,


Put to the Test: Type to Learn 4
Type to Learn 4, Sunburst's recently revised and updated research-based typing program for students in K-12 offers multimedia-rich keyboarding lessons and games that teach the right keyboard fingering.How

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Quickoffice 4.0
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Fourier Systems Nova5000
Company: Fourier Systems; www.fourier-sys.com System Specifications: 400 MHz processor; 64 MB RAM; 7-inch color touch screen; weighs 2 lb.; Windows CE 5.0 operating system; Internet and e-mail features;


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Apple Macbook
Fast, sleek, and rugged, this new laptop is also reasonably priced. The battle between Macs and PCs for the hearts and minds of educators might not end anytime soon, but Apple's new laptop, the Macbook,


Animated Speech's Team Up With Timo: Vocabulary
Company: Animated Speech Corp.; www.animatedspeech.com System Requirements: Mac: OS 9.2, 400 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM, speaker or headphones, microphone; PC: Windows 98; 600 MHz processor, 128 MB RAM,


Carnegie Learning's Bridge to Algebra
Company: Carnegie Learning; www.carnegielearning.com System Requirements: Mac: OS X 10.3, 450 MHz processor, 512 MB RAM; PC: Windows 98, 933 MHz processor, 512 MB RAM Price Grade: $30-$70; 7-12 Pros:

SAFARI Montage
It's always a pleasure when new products live up to their billing. In the case of SAFARI Montage, this video-on-demand appliance exceeds expectations. Built on a standard server chassis, the unit comes


BrainWare Safari 2.0
Company: Learning Enhancements Corp.; www.BrainWareForYou.com System Requirements: Mac: OS X, 600 MHz processor; PC: Windows 98, Pentium III 600 MHz processor Price Grade: $499 (one user) 1-8 Pros: Large


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Company: Australian and United States Services in Education; www.AussiePD.com System Requirements: Mac: 120 MHz PowerPC, OS 8.6, 64 MB RAM; PC: Pentium II processor, Windows 98 NT 4, 32 MB RAM Price Grade:


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Riverdeep Destination Reading Course III
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PLATO Web Learning Network: Earth and Space Science with Assessments
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FileMaker Pro 8
A versatile database tool grows up. Company: FileMaker; www.filemaker.com System Requirements: Mac: G3 with 256 MB RAM, Mac OS X 10.3.9 or higher; PC: Pentium III 500 MHz, 256 MB RAM, Windows 2000 SP4

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Today, collecting, evaluating, and analyzing data-the basic concepts of scientific study-usually involve electronic probeware. Probeware combines sensors that collect data with software that analyzes it


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Web Resources Learning Through Sports has launched a 3-D version of its Web-based math, reading, and language arts program, Kid's College. Designed for K-8 learners, the 3-D Kid's College features live

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Muzzy Lane Making History
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Apple Mighty Mouse
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Corefx
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Microsoft Student 2006
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3-D Weatherglobe and Atlas
Company: Software MacKiev (www.mackiev.com) System Requirements: Mac or Win CD Price: $39.95; discounts available for multiple copies Pros: User-friendly interface; creative tool for teaching earth sciences


Learning Essentials for Microsoft Office
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Web Resources McGraw-Hill Digital Learning has released Yearly ProgressPro Reading Language Arts for grades 1-8. The online assessment, reporting, and tutorial system consists of two types of tests that

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Come September many students will be shopping for more than pencils and notebooks. As technology grows, so does demand, even down to colorful calculators tailor-made for inquisitive little fingers, like


Flow
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Mac OS X Tiger
Emphasis: Special Education Grade level: 4-12 Platform: Mac OS X System Requirements: G3, G4, or G5 processor; built-in FireWire; 256 MB RAM; 3GB hard-disk space; DVD drive Price: 1-9, $69 each; 10-99,

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Books Looking for a graduation presents for your favorite students? How to Survive Your Freshman Year from Hundreds of Heads, with advice and funny stories from students across the country, could be just


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Back when filmstrips and movie projectors were the only machines in the classroom, there was little need for extensive tech training. But now that computers have taken over, teachers have the added responsibility


Test Talker
Emphasis: Special Education Grade level: 4-12 Platform: Win CD Price: $399; Lab packs and site licenses are available. Publisher: Freedom Scientific LSG, (888) 223-3344; www.freedomscientific.com According

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Software IT Management New from CrossTec is version 8.0 of NetOp Remote Control remote management software. This update adds a new consol, support for three new operating systems, and enhanced speed.

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This month, we introduce four new ways for educators to monitor and guide students' literacy development, all designed with No Child Left Behind standards and reading research findings in mind. The result:


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Software & Web Sites AUTHORING TOOLS Adobe Systems has announced the release of version 7.0 of its Acrobat software, which is used to convert documents into the Adobe Portable Document Format. The new

The New SAT: Online Prep
Many colleges rely heavily on information provided by the Scholastic Aptitude Test, and families spend more than $100 million a year on coaching and classes, selecting from private tutor, classroom, and


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HARDWARE AUDIO Kidz Gear Headphones for Kids are adult-featured stereo headphones designed for children, featuring independent volume controls and an ergonomic design with child-size padded earcups. $19.99.

Passport to ELL
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Software & Web Sites BASIC SKILLS CompassLearning Odyssey Reading Language Arts for Kindergarten builds reading and comprehension skills through familiarity and repetition. CompassLearning Odyssey Math


Just Their Type
Many of today's kids use computers as soon as their little hands can hold a mouse. From Web surfing to writing term papers, keyboarding is now a way of life. Unfortunately, so are keyboard-related injuries

Reviews
mPOWER 5 Emphasis: Multimedia presentation. Grade level: K-12. Platform(s): Web-based or Mac Win CD. Price: $79.95; school and district licensing available. Publisher: Multimedia Design Corporation; (800)

A Handheld Handbook
Back in the dim days of portable yore, you knew where you stood when comparing Palm OS PDAs versus WinCE PocketPC PDAs. If you wanted something inexpensive, small, light, and with decent battery


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HARDWARE NOTEBOOK COMPUTERS A sample configuration of MPC Computers' TransPort T3000 notebook computer includes a Pentium-M 1.5GHz processor, Intel Centrino mobile technology, Microsoft Windows XP Professional,

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Hardware Digital Media Apple has announced the availability of a Digital Media Authoring solution that bundles cameras, software, and professional development for use of digital media in the classroom.


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With renewed focus on core subject areas and preparation for standardized tests, time-pressed schools may be tempted to give their music programs short shrift. Yet research indicates that music listening

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Hardware Network Infrastructure Network Appliance, maker of content delivery devices, offers two network management applications: NetCache, which allows users to customize and control the delivery of


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Hardware Aspire 2000, from Acer America, is a light notebook PC that features Intel Centrino mobile technology, five hours of battery life, and a 15.4" panoramic WXGA LCD screen. It also includes Aspire


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Focus Reading and Language Program Emphasis: Phonics, vocabulary, and early literacy. Grade level: K-3. Platform: Mac Win. Price: Based on volume; contact publisher. Publisher: PLATO Learning, Inc.;

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Hardware Presentation Technology The AMX Control System allows audio video, environmental, and communications technologies — including cameras, projectors, computers, lighting, and thermostats


The Read Generation
In this age of Reading First, educators can choose from a bevy of technology products designed to teach literacy skills. For this review, we've chosen to focus on the newest online reading acquisition

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Walk the halls of any K-12 setting and you're likely to find photos of student projects, field trips, and school events posted on bulletin boards and doors. Visit a school or classroom Web site, glance

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Hardware Presentation Tools PLUS Vision offers the M-Series electronic copyboards, which allow information written on a whiteboard-like surface to be printed on plain paper or downloaded to a memory


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For educators faced with the tedious and time-consuming task of calculating grades, electronic grade books offer welcome relief. Like their paper counterparts, electronic grade books allow teachers to

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Hardware MPC has introduced the ClientPro All-in-One, a Pentium 4 desktop that incorporates a 17-inch flat panel display; up to 1GB SDRAM; 10 100 Ethernet; built-in wireless antenna; TV tuner with


Online Courses for Reading Teachers
This year's renewed emphasis on teacher quality has prompted a boom in e-learning options for professional development. And given the emphasis of No Child Left Behind, the current topic of choice is reading.

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Hardware Infrastructure Gateway has introduced two new rack-mountable servers. The Gateway 955 has a 1U form factor and comes with 256MB SDRAM, while the Gateway 975 features a 2U form factor and 512MB


No Lab Coat Required
The two mechanical and chemical engineering programs reviewed this month-The Incredible Machine: Even More Contraptions from Sierra and Chemicus from Viva Media Tivola-combine high-end computer graphics