Case Studies

What makes a difference in deciding on what technologies to use and how and when to use them is evidence that they work. Case studies that demonstrate effective use of technology and show results provide information about what could work for us.

Today’s district is wired and seeks to use technology effectively. Digital learning environments with appropriate technology tools provide schools with:

•    Secure wireless access from a variety of desktop and handheld devices
•    Rich digital media solutions
•    Secure, scalable, easy-to-use collaboration with powerful communications and information sharing
•    Email, instant messaging, and electronic discussions
•    Personal calendars and group scheduling

Integrated collaborative solutions provide schools with management systems for learning and communication among teachers, parents, and the community.

Teachers can:
•    Collaborate with students and other teachers
•    Share knowledge and resources
•    Use e-learning tools and monitor results

Students can:
•    Collaborate with other students and teachers
•    Get homework assignments and even take tests when they’re out sick

Parents can:
•    Monitor homework assignments and attendance
•    Track student progress

Administrators can:
•    Manage data to determine student needs and streamline operations
•    Address the changing needs of students, teachers, and parents

  • Articles

    Kids, Technology and a Wilderness Refuge

    At one time, people might have thought it odd to let elementary children carry tablet computers into the mud. That is when nature and technology begin to mix in compelling ways.

  • Tablets and Cameras Support Independent Learning Investigations

    An HP Technology for Teaching Grant story
    Both vertebrates and learners need supportive structures. An HP grant provided Dunbar Primary School with a wireless network, Tablet PCs, digital cameras, and professional development. Here’s what they did with it.

  • Moving to a Digital Environment

    A private all‐girls Catholic high school in Cincinnati, Ohio has been a leader in one‐to‐one computing because even years ago, the faculty could see the benefits of putting a computer in the hands of every student.

  • Standardizing: The School District of Hillsborough County

    Rationalization and standardization of equipment from HP enables the School District of Hillsborough County to remain focused on delivering excellent education.

  • Students Excel in Science and Technology Curriculum

    The Denver School of Science and Technology has a one-to-one program for motivated students in which HP notebook PCs and Tablet PCs help students excel in demanding science and technology curriculum.

Technology & Curriculum Integration

The goal of technology integration is to use technology seamlessly so that the technology itself becomes a transparent and integral tool to teach core curriculum.

Learn more about integrating technology into various curriculum areas.

Teaching and Learning

Because living and working are so different now from even a decade or two ago and because things will continue to change, today’s students need new skills to survive and thrive in the future.

Learn more.