Amy+Ward

=Wiki Group 3: EDUC 8843 & 7103= =By: Amy Ward= =**Assignment 1.3: Performance Improvement Intervention (PII)**= **The Organization’s History and Background, Part 1** =**Name of Organization:** Smart Technologies= =**Problem Summary:**By the year 2024, Siemens predicts nearly 80% of learning will evolve through Distant Education. When technology isn’t available for students to learn in the classroom, is the lesson lost? Could the Smart-Board Technology organization help students visualize and create an interactive lesson that would increase student achievements, or success in the classroom?= =**Background of Organization:**= =[] Annual Reports = =**Stakeholders and Decision Makers**= =**References:**= = Siemens, G. (2008, January). Learning and knowing in networks: Changing roles for educators and designers. //ITForum//. = = = =** Module 2: **=
 * =When was the organization founded? 1991 =
 * =Where is it located? Canada =
 * =Who is the organization’s clientele? This program can be used for any student, teacher, Service Company, or manufacturer and many more businesses. =
 * =What information about the company would be useful to help you plan an appropriate intervention? This technology would engage students with an interactive whiteboard to motivate learning new skills and retaining them longer for academic success. =
 * =What is the URL of the website for this organization? []=
 * =Do you have access to any public relations materials or annual reports for the organization? If so, where can you obtain these? Yes, [] News Release =
 * = Who are the people that will be affected by your plan? The School Board, Superintendant, Assistant Superintendant, Principal, Assistant Principal, Guidance Department, Students, Parents, Teachers, Community Members, and various Global Connections. =
 * =Which people in the organization make the decisions to implement the plan once it is developed? The School Board, Superintendant, Assistant Superintendant and Principal. =
 * = Who are the key personnel in the organization that can provide you with insights into the performance problem for which you will propose an intervention? School Board: Mr. Thacker, Mr. McManus, Mr. Radabaugh, Mr. Walker and Mrs. Prater. Superintendant Mr. Simmons, Assistant Superintendant Mrs. Hale, Principal Mr. Waddell. =

**Assignment 2.1: PII - Human Performance Problem (Performance Gap)**
==By the year 2024, Siemens predicts nearly 80% of learning will evolve through Distant Education. When technology isn’t available for students to learn in the classroom, is the lesson lost? Could the Smart-Board Technologies help increase students’ performance through interactive lessons as a way to close the gap between student achievements and success in the classroom?==

**Cause Analysis**

 * 1) =Why do you think this problem developed in your company? The problem is due to the use of modern technology and the desire to stay up-to-date with new innovations and challenge to achieve higher success with new technology. =
 * 2) =  Why does this gap exist? The gap exists due to the lack of training with new technology as well as inadequate supply of technology in the classroom. =
 * 3) =The Organization’s History and Background, Part 2 **–** Our high school district was built in 2000 and was a major improvement from the old consolidated high school I attended years ago. There are two computer labs with approximately 20-25 computers. However, we are told some are broke, some are new and a few not covered anymore under the warranty, therefore don’t plan for a computer for each student when planning a lesson. There are two mobile units that hold 20-30 computers; however these are not fully functional either. The library has approximately 12-15 computers and a printer. There are probably 10-15 classrooms with a Smart-board and all are working properly. These teachers have raved about the ability to interact with students and explore using Smart-boards in the classroom. I personally do not have one, but have seen and observed other teachers that do have in their classroom. The school provides two technology coordinators to service the high school and three elementary schools. =
 * 4) =Determine where the organization would like to be in a reasonable period of time, and which people in the organization make those decisions. A goal for our school district is within five years double the number of classrooms with Smart-board technology units. This would compromise about half of the classrooms and students would benefit from the upgrade in technology with future success and achievements. The stakeholders would consist of the five School Board members, School District Superintendant and Assistant Superintendant. Then upon approval, the administration office at the high school would have to approve for budget and cost efficiency for the building. Once these steps are approved the purchasing, installment of equipment and providing workshops for training on use of Smart-boards need to be implemented into the budget. =

=Module 3:= =**Three Levels of Cost: Intervention Strategies**= =This would be the cost and operation for one Smart-Board. Also, this would limit the goal to reach 10 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be limited for use beyond 2-3 years.= =This would be the cost and operation for 5 Smart-Boards. Also, this might inhibit the goal to reach 10 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be limited for use beyond 2-3 years.= =This would be the cost and operation for 10 Smart-Boards. Also, this would reach the goal to add 10 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be sucessfull for use next 10+ years.=
 * =The low-cost strategy would meet the minimum needs to solve the performance gap but most likely will not be sustainable beyond the initial period of implementation (at a cost of approximately $5,000).=
 * =The medium-cost strategy would resolve the performance gap over several years’ time (at a cost of approximately $25,000).=
 * =The high-cost strategy gives you much more flexibility (at a cost of approximately $50,000).=

=Module 4:= =The three invention strategies that our school will be focusing apply to all school facilities in our district. First, the low-end intervention strategy will provide our schools with one Smart-Board. Which this low-end intervention does not provide sufficient funding for additional software or interactive tools to work with group activities. The next level for mid-end intervention involves enough money for five Smart-Boards and a budget for $25,000. This would be adequate for two to three years in a financial budget for the school system. The high-end intervention consists of $50,000 that would be sufficient enough to meet the strategic plan to purchase and upgrade 10 classrooms with a Smart-Board Technologies. This intervention would be the best option for the stakeholders to implement for the school system. It would provide more advanced and challenging lessons for students to prepare for college. Another benefit would be the possibility to increase performance scores and achieve higher ratings by the department of education.= = Low end intervention. The low-cost strategy would meet the minimum needs to solve the performance gap but most likely will not be sustainable beyond the initial period of implementation (at a cost of approximately $5,000). This would be the cost and operation for two Smart-Boards. Also, this would limit the goal to reach 20-30 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be limited for use beyond 2-3 years. = = Middle end intervention. The medium-cost strategy would resolve the performance gap over several years’ time (at a cost of approximately $25,000). This would be the cost and operation for 5 Smart-Boards. Also, this might inhibit the goal to reach 20-30 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be limited for use beyond 2-3 years. = = High end intervention. The high-cost strategy gives more flexibility (at a cost of approximately $50,000). This would be the cost and operation to maintain 10 Smart-Boards. Also, this would reach the goal to add 10 Smart-Boards in the five years as approved by stakeholders. The sustainability and added features would also be successful for use next 10+ years. = = = = = =The three intervention strategies for including Smart-boards in the classroom for our High School are directly related to the available funds with our school district. In relation to the poor economy and poverty stricken students that attend our school, the best strategy would be to ask the school board to approve the mid-end intervention. This would cover about half the goal and would be a solid starting point for teachers and documentation.= = = =The strengths and limitations for the low-end intervention would be acceptable for a few teachers that would get the new technology for their rooms. Administration would consider those academic areas that are the weakest and train those teachers to implement Smart-boards in their classrooms. The limitation would hinder other teachers outside of the core academic areas that are willing to use the Smart-board and attend professional workshop, but lack the funds to grant all departments with Smart-boards.= = = =The mid-end intervention has both strengths and limitations for the school district. On a positive note, more teachers will have access in their classrooms with Smart-board technologies and less would have to wait on the process for more funding. The school’s report card would be an indication of areas of weakness and help identify who get one of the ten Smart-boards for this middle intervention strategy. The limitations are restricted to those who utilize the Smart-board in the classroom and are willing to try new lessons on the interactive whiteboard. The vast majority of teachers in the district still are not going to have access to the new technology. If scores improve and administration is clearly able to see data that improves school performances for students in the classrooms that integrated new technology, then there should be a “B” plan to strategize a way to implement another 10 Smart-boards into more classrooms.= = = =The high-end intervention strategy is not feasible with our school’s budget. The strengths would provide 10 or more Smart-boards in the classrooms and provide extra funding for tools and software. However, this $50,000 is not something the school board would approve due to many other areas needing addressed in our schools. This limitation would hinder the project, but become more of a “B” plan than totally getting rid of the high-end intervention.= = = =Module 5:= =**Financial and Budget Information.** The financial budget will be based on $25,000 and will purchase five Smart-boards for five selected classrooms, according to the administrative department at Vinton County High School. The technology coordinator will set up quarterly training sessions throughout the course of two years. This will provide ways to incorporate Smart-boards into lesson planning, as well as problem-solving strategies for new users related to the Smart-board innovations. The cost of one Smart-board is $4399 and according to the budget we will be purchasing five at this rate, see the appendix for further purchasing documentation.= =**Technical Information: Web information :**= =[]= =The SMART Board 660i4 combines an award-winning SMART Board interactive whiteboard, a UF65 projector and an extended control panel. It enables you to easily access and control your classroom technology, including the projector and other peripheral devices, right from the front of your classroom. It streamlines your teaching experience by enabling you to engage students with interactive lessons while simultaneously accessing and controlling all your classroom technology. Like all SMART Board interactive whiteboards, the 660i4 has a large, touch-enabled surface that allows you to write in digital ink with your finger or a pen, interact with applications and save your notes. The 660i4 also comes with SMART Notebook collaborative learning software, which helps you create, deliver and manage high-impact interactive lessons. Furthermore, the system starts up with a push of a button, so you can begin teaching right away. And as an integrated system, it enables you to easily access and control all of your classroom technology, including the SMART UF65 projector and your peripheral devices, from its extended control panel. The SMART UF65 projector features shadow reduction and a high-quality projected image, making your lessons crisp and bright. Since the projector is located directly above the interactive whiteboard, the 660i fits virtually any classroom space.= =**Smart board SPECS:**= = SB660i4 Specifications =
 * Financial and Budget Information:**
 * Model: SB660 ||
 * Pen Tray || Optical sensors in the pen tray detect when you lift a pen or the eraser from the tray. LED lights show the active tool. ||
 * Pens and Eraser || A rectangular eraser and black, blue, red and green pens ||
 * Resolution || Touch resolution is approximately 4000 × 4000. ||
 * Screen Surface || The hard-coated surface is tear proof, optimized for projection, compatible with dry erase markers and cleans easily with whiteboard cleaner. ||
 * Digitizing Technology || Resistive technology ||
 * Frame Finish || Two-tone gray (approximates Pantone® Charcoal Gray 18-0601 TPX) and Ultrasonic Chrome (approximates metallic Pantone 877C) ||
 * Wall-Mount Bracket || 32" (81.3 cm) wide with five screws and drywall anchors to support the wall-mounted interactive whiteboard ||
 * Projector Mounting Template || The template ensures simple installation and accurate alignment between the UF55 projector and your SMART Board 660 interactive whiteboard. ||
 * Installation Instructions || Do not use the SMART Board 660 interactive whiteboard instructions when installing the SMART Board 660i3 interactive whiteboard system. The installation instructions for the SMART Board 660i3 interactive whiteboard system are included with the UF55 projector. ||
 * Theft Prevention || The SMART Board 660 interactive whiteboard features a pen tray locking feature and a Kensington lock slot on the pen tray. ||
 * Size || 54 3/4" W × 41 5/8" H × 5 1/8" D (139.1 cm × 105.7 cm × 13 cm) ||
 * Active Screen Area || 51 1/4" W × 38 1/4" H (130.2 cm × 97.2 cm) 64" diagonal (162.6 cm) ||
 * Weight || 21 lb. 14 oz. (9.9 kg) ||
 * Shipping Size || 46" W × 64 1/2" H × 5 1/2" D (116.8 cm × 163.8 cm × 14 cm) ||
 * Shipping Weight || 35 lb. (15.9 kg) ||
 * Model: SMART UF65 Projector ||
 * System Components || SMART UF65 projector, boom mount with a limit strap (including a controlled-collapse feature), ECP, remote control and all necessary input cables from the ECP to the projector ||
 * Display Type || True XGA 1024 × 768 projector ||
 * 3D Technology || 3D-ready projector using DLP® Link™ technology ||
 * Display Technology || The projection engine uses DLP® technology by Texas Instruments™, providing BrilliantColor™ performance and quality Gamma 2.2 correction with Bright Room, Dark Room, sRGB, User and SMART Presentation modes. ||
 * Brightness || Estimated at 2000 lumens (typical) at a CCT of 6500 K by the IEC method ||
 * Lamp Life || 3000 hours (Standard 200 W mode) or 4000 hours (Economy 160 W mode) ||
 * Aspect Ratio || 4:3 native, with support for 16:9, 16:10 and 5:4 ratios ||
 * Contrast Ratio || 2000:1 ||
 * Video System Compatibility || NTSC, NTSC 4.43, PAL, PAL-N, PAL-M and SECAM ||
 * Video Interface Compatibility || Composite, S-video, and VESA RGB, with additional interface support for Component YPbPr and Component YCbCR inputs with the proper adapters (not included) ||
 * Video Format Compatibility || Native 4:3 aspect ratio XGA projector resolution. With scaling, supports VGA, SVGA, SXGA, Quad VGA, SXGA+ and UXGA formats. ||
 * Synchronization || Auto image synchronization (auto tracking, frequency, position adjustment, source detect and phase detect) ||
 * Mounting Hardware || Includes hardware for mounting the SMART UF65 projector to framed and solid walls. Includes a safety tether and limit strap. ||
 * Input/Output Connections || • Two HD DB15F connectors – RGB video input from two computers via VGA connectors • HD DB15F connector – video output pass-through of Video Input 1 signal • 4-pin mini-DIN connector – S-video input • One pair of audio jacks (RCA, stereo) – reserved for use with S-video • Composite video connector – RCA-style video input • One pair of audio jacks (RCA, stereo) – reserved for use with composite video • Two 3.5 mm stereo jacks – audio input from two computers • 3.5 mm stereo jack – audio output to connect speakers • RJ45 – network connection for SNMP management and control, and for sending e-mail alerts • 4-pin power mini-DIN 5V 2A connector (reserved for ECP harness cable) • 7-pin mini-DIN connector (reserved for ECP harness cable) ||
 * Projector Fan || • Standard speed – 0 to 6000' (0 m to 1829 m): 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) • High speed – 6000' to 6800' (1829 m to 2073 m): 41°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C) ||
 * Projector Noise || 36 dBA (high fan speed) or 31 dBA (standard fan speed) measured using JIS method ||
 * Power Requirements || 100V AC to 240V AC, at 50 Hz to 60 Hz ||
 * Power Cable || Includes a 14' 9" (4.5 m) power cable included ||
 * External Control || The RS-232 connector is configured to accept control codes from your computer or a room control system. ||
 * Power Consumption || 270 W in High Brightness. 225 W in Economy mode. <5 W in Standby mode. ||
 * Remote Control || Provides an alternative method of controlling the SMART UF65 projector settings ||
 * Theft Protection || The SMART UF65 projector system features an optional padlocked ring to prevent theft. A Kensington security slot is provided to affix the system to a wall as a visual and physical theft deterrent. ||
 * Total Size || 18 1/2" W × 15 1/2" H × 50 1/4" D (47 cm × 39.4 cm × 127.6 cm) ||
 * Remote Control || 1 5/8" W × 3 3/8" H × 1/4" D (4 cm × 8.6 cm × 0.7 cm) ||
 * Extended Control Panel || 6" W × 2 5/8" H × 2 1/4" D (15.2 cm × 6.6 cm × 5.8 cm) ||
 * Weight || 13 lb. 8 oz. (6.1 kg) ||
 * Shipping Size || Accessory Box: 39 3/4" W × 9 1/2" H × 16" D (100.9 cm × 24.1 cm × 40.6 cm) Projector Box: 19 5/8" W × 15 1/8" H × 8 1/4" D (50 cm × 38.5 cm × 21 cm) ||
 * Shipping Weight || 38 lb. 8oz. (17.5 kg) ||
 * Extended Control Panel (ECP) Features ||
 * Input/Output Connections || • Two USB A receptacles for peripheral devices: one on the back and one on the front • Three RCA jacks (composite video input) and associated audio input • DB15-M socket (ECP harness cable only) • USB B receptacle (secondary computer) • RJ11 6-wire jack for SC9 connector cable when using the system with a SMART Hub SE240 • USB B receptacle (primary computer) • USB A receptacle (SMART Board interactive whiteboard only) ||
 * Volume Control || Controls sound range ||
 * Power Button || Turns the projector on and off ||
 * Input Selection Buttons || Selects the projector video and audio inputs through the available input sources: VGA1, VGA2, Composite and S-video. The USB Hub supports dual computer switching. ||
 * Storage and Operating Specifications ||
 * Storage || • Maximum storage temperature: 122°F (50°C) • Minimum storage temperature: -40°F (-40°C) ||
 * Operation || • Using standard fan speed, 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) from sea level to an altitude up to 6000' (0 m to 1829 m) • Using high fan speed, 41°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C) from 6000' to 6800' (1829 m to 2073 m) • In Service mode, 41°F to 86°F (5°C to 30°C) from 6800' to 9800' (2073 m to 2987 m) ||

Models, Options, & Accessories Pricing Summary
 * **Model** || **Description** || **List Price** || **Sale Price** ||
 * **SB660i4** |||| 660i4 SMART Board 64 Interactive Whiteboard System with UF65 Network-Enabled Projector ||  || $4399.00 ||   ||

= = =**Project Assessment.** The project objectives will be evaluated according to outline for the proposal to the Board of Education and the administrative department to purchasing, delivery, and set-up for each classroom. The next evaluation would stem from professional trainings and workshops for teachers to explore learning beyond the classroom. There will be a short survey conducted following each training session to prepare for additional information in the next training session. This would outline what is helpful and other information that may be known already; therefore time can be spent for most valuable learning tools.=
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