By: Ashley Moltimer

ACOT  In 1985 Apple Computer Inc. conducted an experiment called ACOT, “Apple Classrooms of Tomorrow”  The project was an educational study in which different aspects of technology in education were enforced and used in several schools.

ACOT Research  The research demonstrated that the introduction of technology to classrooms significantly increased the potential for learning.  It was used to support collaboration, information access, and the expression and representation of students’ thoughts and ideas.

How it worked?  Instead of having two personal computers per classroom, schools were with foundations and organizations to provide laptops for every student.  This allowed teachers to use technology in a broader spectrum to help students develop higher-level, critical thinking skills.

Benefits/ Goals  Using audio books help promote self esteem due to improvement with reading fluency.  Excellent solution for teachers trying to instruct students at different learning levels.  Inspires student motivation and leadership

My proposal  I propose to assemble direct usage of laptops to students.  If approved, I plan on distributing laptops to every student, as a test drive.  Each student will be assigned a laptop in the beginning of the year  Students are assigned laptops in direct linkage with their lunch number  This will allow us to serve consequences to students who damage, abuse their privilege or steal property.

Schedule  If approved, I plan on implementing the usage of the laptops for about a year.  According to how well the program runs, will determine if the use of the laptops will continue or be terminated.  If the program runs well, Iphones’, iPods', Ipads’ etc. will be implemented.

Usage of the laptops/learning purposes  Students and teachers will train for about 2 months.  During training students and teachers will be trained on using different learning software, i.e. “Sunflower Learning”.  Laptops will be used as reading, listening guides, and communication tools (students via teachers).  As well as a use for students to finish missing or absent work.

Used across grade levels  I want to begin the program in high schools due to the level of responsibility.  Then work my way down.

Large numbers of students  Not all students benefit in a classroom especially with a larger amount of students.  This is where the program will come into play.  Students struggling in the classroom will use this program as a resource.  Students will also have the chance to make up any missing or late work with the technology.

Cost/ Vendor Info.  Vendor : HP  Costs: $ per laptops  Form fundraisers to help pay for laptops  Ask local vendors to help fund us

Technology  “Technology is no longer a luxury in the classroom, it’ s a necessity.”  Technology allows for more inquiry- based learning.  Due to technology, nowadays students can broaden their horizons by exploring the many facets on the web.  Or even write or record podcasts on different topics.  Technology makes everything endless.

Biblographary  school-turning-toys-into-tools-teaching-with-technology html school-turning-toys-into-tools-teaching-with-technology html  “Technology and student Achievement: Does it really make a Difference?”