T.H.E. SmartClassroom :: June 4, 2009 -- THE Journal

Spotlight

Tips for Choosing the Right Projection Screen
A tremendous amount of research can go into deciding on a projector, but the selection of a projection screen can be just as important--not in terms of capital outlay, but in terms of the impact it can have on image quality. The wrong projection screen can make images look terrible, which, in turn, can impact the way students receive and absorb information in class. But the right one enhances the contrast, brightness, and sharpness of images and can lead to less eyestrain for the viewer. More

Virtual Academy Speeds Identification of Students at Risk
The Idaho Digital Learning Academy, a virtual K-12 school established by the Idaho legislature in 2002, is looking to accelerate the identification of students who need special help to succeed academically. More
Sanyo Debuts Ultraportable Network Projectors for Education
Sanyo has launched two new projectors for education, both ultraportable models. The PLC-XW250 and the PLC-XW200 offer network control capabilities and remote projection. More
TechPod Lectern Gets One-Touch Lecture Capture
Tecom is upgrading its TechPod Multimedia Lecterns, adding single-button recording for classroom capture applications. More
Lenovo To Delve into the Effectiveness of Technology in Education
Lenovo this week reported that it's launching a new Global Education Research program, which will aim to "analyze and measure the impact of technology on students' educational experiences." More
MA Secondary Schools Add Digital Media to the Learning Process
In an effort to enhance the learning experience using photos and other images, software developer Vertus has donated about 200 licenses for its software Play With Pictures to Old Rochester Junior High School and Senior High School of Mattapoisett, MA. More

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Microsoft Copilot Gains Context‑Aware Agents for Teams, SharePoint and Viva Engage

Microsoft has unveiled a public‑preview of its collaborative agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot, bringing a array of "always‑on" agents grounded in context for channels, meetings, SharePoint sites, Viva Engage communities, and Planner workloads.
Discovery Education Expands DreamBox Reading to Support PreK-5 Learners

Ed tech provider Discovery Education has announced the latest enhancements to its DreamBox Reading adaptive literacy program, which now offers personalized instruction for grades PreK-5.
Google Launches Lightweight Gemma 3n, Expanding Emphasis on Edge AI

Google DeepMind has officially launched Gemma 3n, the latest version of its lightweight generative AI model designed specifically for mobile and edge devices — a move that reinforces the company's focus on on-device computing.
You've Paid for Tutoring. Here's How to Make Sure It Works.

As districts and states nationwide invest in tutoring, it remains one of the best tools in our educational toolkit, yielding positive impacts on student learning at scale. But to maximize return on investment, both financially and academically, we must focus on improving implementation.