Enable students to analyze, explore and discover
Without easy access to computers, teachers are unable to take advantage of technology to present new concepts with rich media, interactivity and 3-D animation. Mobile computing allows students to analyze, explore and discover on their own. Anytime, anywhere access facilitates collaborative learning and fosters open communication between students and teachers.
Experts help you transition to mobility
IBM deploys hundreds of thousands of worldwide IBM employee and client ThinkPad laptops. We deliver time-critical end-user support and inventory control management. We have implemented more than 60 ThinkPad at School programs. We're widely recognized as experts in solution design, project planning, system integration and complex project management.
Interactivity motivates students
According to a recent CEO Forum Report about School Technology and Readiness: Nearly 80 percent of teachers reported that they do not feel well prepared to integrate education technology into the classroom. In 77 percent of schools surveyed, teachers didn't use computers on a daily basis. Children today grow up with technology - they're motivated by an interactive, hands-on approach to learning.Challenges teachers face in preparing computer-based lesson plans:
- Restricted hours at computer labs
- Limited number of available computers
- Inconvenient
- Incompatible software when using multiple computers
The IBM ThinkPad at School program begins with a discussion of your education initiative objectives, followed by a consultation on how to achieve the optimal solution for you. The result - a solution based on your unique environment that leverages your existing infrastructure.
IBM will walk you through the process by providing:
- Analysis and planning services
- Acquisition strategy consultations
- Infrastructure development and implementation
- Planning and project management
- Rollout logistics
- Online and in-class professional development courses
- Technology management
- Ongoing maintenance and support
When implementing ThinkPad at School, IBM will work closely with you to build your network architecture and select applications appropriate for your specific goals and objectives.
Distribute collective knowledge
The IBM ThinkPad at School program can put collective knowledge in the hands of your students, teachers and administrators.This solution affects your entire school by making it possible for:
- Students to access learning resources and collaborate with peers, mentors and teachers from the community and around the world
- Teachers to create and share media-rich, dynamic lesson plans. Tailor instruction based on individual learning pace
- Administrators to access and share information improving workflow and efficiency