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USING MORE USER/CHILD FRIENDLY RESOURCES FOR EARLY YEARS LEARNERS
VTech KidiZoom
LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra
DIGITAL CAMERAS
Canon PowerShot A2500 16MP 5X Digital Camera
Cameras currently being used in the schools by students one per each section, priced at Rs 9300/-
DIFFICULTY IN USING THE CAMERA
• This is not designed keeping young users in mind
• It does not have proper holding space for children
• Is not sturdy enough to handle accidental fall or shock
• Has no interactive features
• E safety issues can arise
SUGGESTED ALTERNATIVE
VTech KidiZoom
Currently featuring at top ten list of cameras for kids at amazon.com and toptenreviews.com. Currently prized at $ 31.04 - $ 32.66
http://www.amazon.com/VTech-80-140700-Kidizoom-Camera-Connect/dp/B00CMNX7VW/ref=zg_bs_166166011_4
FEATURES
• Has side big holding bars to hold the camera
• Kids' camera features a real 1.3 megapixel camera with 4x digital zoom
• 1.8" color screen and easy-to-use viewfinder
• Take photos and edit with fun, silly effects
• Also records video and voice
• Features 5 voice-changing effects
http://store.hermanstreet.com/deals/vtech-kidizoom-camera/?&ICID=pin-Vtech%20Kidizoom%202013-10-22dcfc&ofm
COMPARISON WITH OTHER SIMILAR CAMERAS IN THE MARKET
ADVANTAGES
To Students To Teachers To institution
More comfort in holding and using the camera
Better workability and less supervision to use the resource
Less e safety issues as tri pods will not be required
Interactive features to make the photographs or video more interesting
Less support
Little direction required to hold the cameras
More use of cameras during teaching
Less time taking then to set up tripods
Less e-safety issues with
It comes with 90 days warranty
Is under RS 10,000 so can be bought from school budget
It does not require tripods
Is sturdy and will require less replacement
N- COMPUTING DESKTOPS
Currently using Viper conventional computers with N-computing
DIFFICULTY IN USING THE DESKTOP
• N-computing creates difficulty in opening links
• Mouse is sometimes to big and had to manure for young children
• Children are not accustomed to desktops
• Can not be moved
• Has too many wires creates e-safety issues
• Children are restricted in one position
• Takes up too much space in the classroom
SUGGESTED ALTERNATIVE
LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra - Green
Custom built for young children aged 4-9, priced at $ 149/-
FEATURES
• kid-tough with a 7" hi-res screen and Wi-Fi with kid-safe Web.
• Kid-safe out of the box, offers extra parental settings to easily control exactly what experiences a child can access.
• works with LeapFrog's library of 500+ apps, games, eBooks, videos, music and more.
• includes 11 apps (onboard and downloadable): Photo Fun Ultra, Art Studio Ultra, Pet Pad Party, Utility Suite, Pet Chat and more.
• Features built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery, Wi-Fi, peer-to-peer play, front-and-back cameras, MP3 player and more. Ages 4 - 9 years.
http://leapfrogstore.co.uk/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=589
ADVANTAGES
To students To Teachers To School
More freedom of space
Connected to their own experience
More control and maneuverability
No need to upload photos or videos (hard for children need teachers assistance)
More movability to plan in learning areas
Less space constraint
Independent processing
Multipurpose usage
Less supervision as less glitches while using desktops and wiring
No additional EMT (power supply) required
No extra construction
Can be used during power failures
More pace in the classroom
Less electricity bills
ACTION PLAN
Resource
Actions taken People responsible
Time Success criteria
Requirement
LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra
Training teachers to use touch pads
Exploring build in apps and exploring other compatible applications
Setting up relevant features for e-safety
Running required software
IT coordinator
Curriculum coordinator
IT engineer
Teachers
Dec’ 2014
Learners using touchpads in different learning areas
Effective integration in lessons
Using both built in apps and open ended software
6 per class
VTech KidiZoom
More use of cameras by the learners
Using its inbuilt features
School Coordinator
Teachers
Aug’ 2014
More independent use of cameras by learners
1 per class