K-12 Technology Tools & Trends 2009

Published by	SIMBA Information, Inc.
Published	March, 2009	Product code	85163
Content info	104 pages
Price	US $ 2995 PDF By E-mail (Single User License)

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K-12 Technology Tools & Trends 2009 published by SIMBA Information, Inc. in March, 2009. This report consists of 104 pages and the price starts from US $ 2995.

Introduction

Abstract

Simba Information' s K-12 Technology Tools and Trends 2009 report provides crucial business intelligence on the use and future growth of technology in U.S. schools from popular devices to organizational tools and networking applications.

With increased demand for individualized student learning, and the recognized need to continue initiatives to raise student achievement and keep U.S. students competitive in the 21st century global economy, expectations are for growth in the use of technology in schools, fueled by support from a new administration in Washington, D.C.

Specifically for this new report, Simba Information teamed up with leading education market research firm Market Data Retrieval to conduct a survey of district and school technology coordinators and curriculum directors on their technology needs and purchasing plans in the next five years.

The results of the survey are bolstered by the in-depth interviews, case studies and the insight of Simba Information analysts to examine current impacts of technology and what educators envision as the next wave of technology to hit K-12 classrooms.

Topics include:

Trends in school preference and use of various computing devices from desktops to cell phones and MP3 players;
Penetration of electronic/interactive whiteboards;
Demand for instructional management systems;
Expectations for classroom use of Web 2.0 applications;
Impact of technology use on curriculum content, including e-textbooks, assessment and video.

In the challenging economic climate in the school market, the K-12 Technology Tools and Trends 2009 report is an essential market intelligence tool more critical than ever for publishers and editors, technology hardware and software developers, as well as marketing, business development and investment professionals.

Survey topics examine current and projected use of instructional devices: desktop computer, laptops/notebook computers, tablets, electronic whiteboards, handheld computing devices, cell phones and MP3 players.

Also, organizational tools: learning management systems, instructional management systems, course management systems, portals and distance learning courses. And, networking and Web 2.0 applications for professional development and classroom instruction.

Methodology

Executive Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Introduction
Expanding Tool Choice for Instruction and Learning
Technology Opportunities Are Also Challenges
- Access Remains a Problem
Student Is the Ultimate Customer
Funding in Flux
- Federal Government Will Play a Broad Role
More Choices but Still Call for Simplicity

Table 1.1: Computer Use by Teachers
Table 1.2: Student Engagement
Table 1.3: NCLB IID Funding to Integrate Technology in U.S. Public Schools

Chapter 2: Presentation Devices & Tools

Introduction
Wireless Fueling ‘Immersion' School
Move to One-to-One Difficult for Some
Security Worries Amid Questions of Control and Access
The Netbook Market Is Growing
- Matching Minis to School, Student Needs
Whiteboards Lead the Way
- Whiteboards Not Used to Fullest Potential
- Training on Whiteboards Is Key
- Public Attention Solidifies Whiteboard Popularity
- Rapid Changes in Whiteboard Technology
SMART Technologies Adds SMART Table
Cell Phones Ring at the School Door
- Cell Phone Use Grows
- Cell Phones Distrusted
Smartphones Offer Advanced Capabilities Often with PC-Like Functionality
Handheld Market Evolves
Slates Look for Their Own Niche
Alphasmart Among the First
Engagement, Mastery and Remediation with Clickers
Dukane Goes Straight to Enterprise Level
Califone Entered Clicker Market in 2008
Combining Clickers with Other Tools
Projectors and Document Cameras Go Digital
USB Bracelets Provide More Portability
Portable Media Players Made for Schools
MIT Pursues E-Reader Advances
Some See Market for Simplifying

Table 2.1: Educators Indicate Technologies Currently Used for Instruction
Table 2.2: Tech Leaders Pick Most Useful Classroom Tools
Table 2.3: Educators Rate Presentation Technologies on Positive or Negative Potential for Impacting Student Performance
Table 2.4: Lake Forest Country Day School At a Glance
Table 2.5: Use of Whiteboards if More Digital Content Was Available
Table 2.6: Cell Phones Have Potential as Instructional Tools
Table 2.7: Use of Cell Phones if More Digital Content Was Available

Chapter 3: Organizational Tools

Introduction
Creating Visual Learning Environments
Accountability Fuels Growth
Hybridization and Collaboration
Next Step: The Web
Evolving Technology Blurs Lines
Leaders Build Out Products, Services
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Offers ThinkCentral
Schools Combine Products to Suit Needs
Pearson' s Perspective Looks to Answer ‘Now What?'
Portals Advance Communication, Centralize Access to Resources
Firms Develop Tools for Portals
Virtual Environments Transform Distance Learning
Online Learning in Early Stages for K-12
States Support Virtual Learning
For-Profit Colleges Enter the High School Distance Market

Table 3.1: Organizational Tools Implemented
Table 3.2: Organizational Tools Educators Would Like to Implement or Implement More Extensively
Table 3.3: Sites Using Moodle Virtual Learning Environment Worldwide
Table 3.4: Top Five Learning Management Systems by Market Share
Table 3.5: Implementation and Plans for Portals
Table 3.6: Implementation and Plans for Distance Learning
Table 3.7: View of Online Learning by Students, Grades 3-12
Table 3.8: States' Distance Learning Initiatives
Table 3.9: Alabama' s First Choice Program At a Glance

Chapter 4: Networking and Communities

Introduction
Digital Natives Are Adept at Social Networking
Adding Value to 21st Century Skills
Helping Teachers Incorporate Social Networking Skills
WeAreTeachers Brings Educators to Facebook
Professional Development
Networking to Market Professional Services
Tapping Social Networking as an Instructional Tool
- VLEs Offer Network Opportunities
- Wikis Are Content-Rich
- Blogs Are Writing and Discussion Tools
- Concise Writing: Twitter
Games Engage Students
- Gaming Attracts Researchers
- Second Life Opens Worlds for Practice and Play

Table 4.1: District Has Official Policy Encouraging Use of Collaboration Tools in Classroom
Table 4.2: District Has Unofficial Policy Encouraging Use of Collaboration Tools in Classroom
Table 4.3: Biggest Barriers to Web 2.0 Tool Use in Classrooms
Table 4.4: Plans to Use Networking & Web 2.0 for Professional Development
Table 4.5: Dollar Sales of Video and Computer Games

Chapter 5: Impact for Content

Introduction
Follett Beefs Up Distribution of E-Books, Digital Content
Publishers, Tech Providers Form Partnerships
Content More Frequently Part of Package
Pearson' s Perspective Blends Content and Assessment
Technology Literacy Standards Driving Interest
Content Potential Limited by Bandwidth Limitations

Table 5.1: Use of Devices if More Digital Content Was Available
Table 5.2: Implementation and Plans for E-Textbooks
Table 5.3: Bandwidth Lapses in Typical Class Periods

Chapter 6: Outlook and Conclusions

Overview
Eduators Prepare for New Environment
Companies Ready a Variety of Options
Partnering for Specific Solutions
Cost Influences Purchasing Decisions
Tools Will Connect Content and Assessment
Virtual Learning Environments Could Change Education
Funding Environment May Be Opportunity
Local Money Key for Technology Purchasing
Taking Stock Means Finding New Opportunities

Table 6.1: Devices Expected to Be Purchased for Instructional Purposes
Table 6.2: Organizational Tools Expected to Be Purchased for Instructional Purposes
Table 6.3: Factors Influencing Hardware Purchasing Decisions
Table 6.4: Factors Influencing Software Purchasing Decisions
Table 6.5: Anticipated 2009-2010 Budget for Technology Purchases
Table 6.6: Highlights of Planned Education Investment in ARR Act
Table 6.7: Primary Funding Source for Hardware Purchases
Table 6.8: Primary Funding Source for Software Purchases