1. Lynbrook Conference 2009 David Westaway
Netbook Trial
Lynbrook Conference
2009
David Westaway

2. Overview
A trial of approximately 10,000 netbooks across 345 schools in a one to one learning environment
Companion device to support different learning opportunities – not to replace desktop or notebooks
A focus on literacy and numeracy

3. Netbooks Acer Aspire One 8.9” Regions: Grampians Northern Metro (part)
Intel Atom processor 1.6GHz — built with the world's smallest transistors
1GB DDR Memory
160GB HDD
Microsoft Vista (upgraded from XP)
Up to 7-hour battery life with supplied 6 cell battery in education models
Acer Aspire One 8.9”
Regions: Grampians Northern Metro (part)
Lenovo S9
Regions: Loddon Mallee Barwon South West

4. Co-contribution Model
In the trial the costs are being shared by the regions, schools and parents
The netbook is a school owned computer
The netbook is leased for $52 per year
A third $52 option to buy payment at the end of year 6 will enable parents to own the netbook
All warranty repairs are covered during the lease
Excess payable by parents for theft and non warranty repair of $100 for lease period, police report required

5. Why 1:1 Computing & Why Now?
Laptops allow “anytime, anywhere learning.”
We can’t afford any more precious classroom space being used up as computer labs.
We won’t need computer teachers when every teacher teaches with computers.
Schools have had 1:1 computing for more than 15 years. Microcomputers have been in schools for 25 years. We owe it to our students to close the digital divide immediately and offer expanded learning opportunities.
The personal computer has revolutionized every other aspect of society and one expects that the same should be true for education now that laptops are more affordable, durable and portable.

6. 21 Steps to 1-to-1 Success

7. Planning Step 1: Consider current research
Step 2: Establish the eLearning vision for 1-to-1
Step 3: Engage school council
Step 4: Develop communication strategies
Step 5: Conduct a detailed readiness assessment
Step 6: Develop a project plan
Step 7: Prepare a detailed budget
Step 8: Select a preferred ownership and finance model

8. Preparing Step 9: Ensure teachers are maximising use of notebooks
Step 10: Professional learning
Step 11: Learning places and spaces
Step 12: Software, tools and online resources
Step 13: Suppliers and $$
Step 14: Calculate the total cost of participation
Step 15: Support documentation
Step 16: Prepare responses to anticipated questions

9. Implementing Step 17: Onsite service structures
Step 18: Conduct parent and community sessions
Step 19: ICT infrastructure and technical support
Step 20: Distribute student devices

10. Evaluating
Step 21: Review and management

11. Netbook Software

12. Netbook Trial (EduStar) Software Image
Kahootz V2
Google Sketchup
Debut
Google Picasa 2
Blender
MSW Logo
MonkeyJam
Irfan View
Jing
Microsoft Vista
GIMP
Microsoft Office 2007
Paint.NET
Student (Encarta)
Free Mind
Microsoft One Note
Cute PDF Writer
Microsoft Groove
Audacity
Microsoft Outlook
Gamemaker
Internet Explorer
Tuxtyping
Producer for PPT
Tuxmath

13. Linking Netbook Software & Web 2.0 to VELS

14. Issues Tech support Insurance Software issues
One touch recovery feature
Warranty claims
Tech support costs based on enrolment rather number of devices
Insurance
Self insuring
Software issues
Microsoft licensing vs. Open Source
Operating System Vista vs. XP

15. Issues Network issues Wireless access Staff support Internet
Accessing printers and Network Drives
Wireless access
Expanding wireless infrastructure; Wins 2?
Staff support
Composite classes
Internet
Costs
Acceptable Use

16. Resources Netbook wiki http://netbooktrial.wikispaces.com/
Selling the Dream of 1:1 Computing – Gary Stager
Anytime Anywhere Learning Foundation
DEECD Netbook Project