Laptop Program

Laptop classes are infused with technology. Students utilize their own laptops* to complete class assignments and access online resources. At the high school level, OUSD offers 9^th grade English, grades 10-12 English and History. (Course availability varies for each high school.) At McPherson Magnet School, the laptop program is available for students in grades 6-8.

Information

Ø Grades 6-12 brochure Canyon, El Modena and Villa Park high schools and McPherson Magnet School

Ø      Sign Up form 

Ø      Mrs. Greenlee’s WIKI project El Modena High School 

Ø      Current research results of a nationwide study
 

Goals and Objectives of Laptop Classes

The purpose of the laptop program is to provide a comprehensive variety of teaching and learning strategies that will augment the curriculum and prepare students with lifelong skills essential for their success in an ever-changing digital world.

Laptop Students will

§         Complete assignments electronically.

§         Demonstrate a commitment to effectively utilize the laptop as a creative learning tool.

§         Begin to take responsibility for their own learning by monitoring their own progress, utilizing all of the resources made available to them, and keeping track of their assignments.

Laptop Teachers will

§         Maximize the use of laptops as instructional tools to enhance curriculum delivery and student assessment.

§         Use Blackboard to construct a safe, collaborative learning environment, for both parents and students, that is accessible anytime, anywhere.

§         Utilize announcements, discussion boards and assignments for student/parent access.

Laptop Specifications

Requirements:

§       Students can lease or purchase their own laptops. *Please contact your school’s principal for loaner laptop information.

§       Students bring their laptops to class every day.

Recommendations:

§       Insurance against theft (Homeowner’s insurance may cover theft of laptop.)

§       A computer lockdown kit and rolling computer/book bag

§       Extended warranty on the laptop

Minimum Laptop Specifications:

§       750 MHz processor  (computer speed)

§      512  MB RAM (temporary memory)

§       6.0 GB hard disk drive  (data storage)

§       Color display

§       CD-ROM drive

§       Ethernet capable and/or wireless network card

§       Windows 2000 SP4