T.H.E. Journal Webinars / Webcasts

How the Cloud Makes Wireless LAN for K-12 Schools Easier and More Affordable

Sponsored by: Meraki

A growing number of K-12 schools are deploying cloud-enabled applications because these solutions are easy to set up and maintain and are more affordable than traditional client server-based solutions. Join this free, one-hour session to hear how Meraki is revolutionizing networking with their cloud-based wireless solution that brings all the benefits of cloud computing to wireless networking. Get a first-hand look at Meraki in action at North Adams School District. See how they deployed Meraki for an 802.11n wireless network across the entire campus, and are thrilled with the results.

Mobile Devices within Instruction

Sponsored by: Speak Up

This webinar explores the latest findings from Speak Up surveys given to K-12 students, teachers and administrators regarding their views on mobile devices within instruction. Julie Evans, CEO of Project Tomorrow, the nation’s leading education nonprofit organization that facilitates the annual Speak Up surveys, will present the data findings and moderate a panel discussion with students, teachers and administrators from various school districts.

Desktop Virtualization: Experience in a K-12 Public School District

Sponsored by: Pano Logic

Desktop computing in a typical public school district, with the challenges of distributed sites and a broad range of user needs, is hard enough without today’s focus on reducing costs. Join us for this webinar where you’ll hear Mark Lamson, Director of Technology for the Westerly Public School District in Rhode Island, share his real-world experience deploying Desktop Virtualization.

From Campus to Classrooms: Cost-Effective Digital Solutions for the 21st Century School

Sponsored by: NEC Display Solutions

This webinar will detail the latest trends in technology for the education market and how your school—no matter its size, budget or technical know-how—can take advantage of the current stimulus to fund a digital makeover in and out of its classrooms.

How to Plan ARRA-Funded Projects: The States' Perspective

Sponsored by: GovConnection

Discover what state directors of technology consider when determining how to use the stimulus monies given to their states. Mary Ann Wolf, executive director of the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA), and Geoff Fletcher, editorial director of T.H.E. Journal will provide the national perspective, as well as add relevant examples of stimulus projects from states across the nation.

802.11n for K–12: Empower Learning and Collaboration with High-Speed Wireless

Sponsored by: Cisco

Discover how you can empower greater learning and collaboration for your school and school district with 802.11n wireless. Hear best practice advice for successfully deploying secure, high-speed wireless at your elementary, middle, and high schools, administrative offices, and extended learning environments to meet your educational goals.

Systems Management Best Practices in K-12 Institutions

Sponsored by: KACE

Learn best practices to optimize desktop and server management in an educational environment and hear directly from Michael Williams, IT manager at Dexter and Southfield Schools how he leverages a breakthrough appliance-based approach to systems management to save his team precious time and his organization money.

Reversing the Trend: Leveraging Wireless LAN to Address Declining Enrollment

Sponsored by: Trapeze Networks

Demand for mobile computing in the classroom is growing. How do you give your school that competitive edge so that enrollment stays up? Get keys for deploying and managing a wireless network, learn how to choose the right equipment for your schools, and get tips for securing buy in and funding.

Mass Notifications Solutions for K12 Schools and Districts

Sponsored by: Cisco

Integrating InformaCast software with the Cisco Unified Communications platform enables K-12 schools and districts to simultaneously push audio stream and text messages to multiple IP phones, speakers, desktop agents, and overhead paging systems.

Safe Campus: Going Beyond Emergency Notification

Sponsored by: Alcatel-Lucent

Today’s campuses face increasing pressure to ensure the safety of their students, faculty and staff. Meeting this need means having communication systems that enable you to quickly push information to the campus community and connect first responders. Attend this webcast to hear how Alcatel-Lucent Safe Campus solutions allow schools to leverage existing infrastructure investments for voice and data while adding video and mobility components for a comprehensive, three-step approach to campus safety — awareness, response coordination and campus notification.

Crossing the Threshold to the Future of Learning

Sponsored by: Dell, Inc.

Reduce the costs of managing end-user computers, support equal access to technology, and afford real-time and remote access to students, educators, and parents with netbooks.

Improve Learning Outcomes with Universal Screening

Sponsored by: American Education Corp.

Boosting student achievement means identifying those students at risk for learning difficulties in reading and math, behavioral issues or on the brink of dropping out. Join this expert discussion to see how you can improve learner outcomes with universal screening.

Combating Web Proxies

by Aladdin Knowledge Systems

Learn how to shut down anonymizers and better guard users against harmful and inappropriate content.

Unwired Infrastructure - Implementing Next-Gen Wi-Fi at Your School

Sponsored by Ruckus Wireless

How one school district outfitted 32 schools with a centrally managed wireless system without having to rewire the schools, hire Wi-Fi experts or break their budget.

Integrating Video Production into Curriculum and Classroom Activities

Sponsored by Sony

Real-world educators show how they use video production to increase visual literacy, critical thinking and problem solving.

E-mail Security: Trends, Strategies and Best Practices

Sponsored by IronPort

Experts discuss current and future trends in e-mail security and outline the benefits of a gateway email security solution.

THUNDERBIRD, World's #1 Business School, delivers global distance-learning program with Class-Capture Technology

Sponsored by Tegrity

Web-based class capture enables Thunderbird College of Global Management to meet the needs of all types of learners while maintaining a consistent style of teaching.

Text Messaging as an Emergency Communication Superstar?

Sponsored by Blackboard Connect

Text messaging for emergency communication should be considered amongst many more robust and reliable communication tools.

Beyond the classroom: Maximize learning with class capture as a Web service

Sponsored by Tegrity

Web-based class capture inspires innovation and enables law students to absorb complex material.

Mass notification: Real-world keys and best practices

Sponsored by CDWG

Real-world insight on implementing an efficient campus-wide emergency notification system.

Webcast: The Benefits of a Connected Campus

Sponsored by Sprint and Rave Wireless

Mobile devices and applications enhance safety, learning and communication at Park University.

Case study: Real-time URL ratings keep the door closed on objectionable content for all grades

Sponsored by Blue Coat

Widener University reviews the proxy implementation for URL filtering for Delaware's K-12 school districts.

Biweekly Ed Tech Poll

Do you believe there is too little expertise in technology decisions that impact teaching and learning?