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CGS CRESCENT GIRLS’ SCHOOL
mLearning 2.0 2019
Outline • Background Information • Proposed Minimum Specifications • Support from School • Timeline • Option Form
mLearning 2.0 @ CGS
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choices Choice Do not
opt in
mLearning 2.0 @ CGS
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Learning anytime, Subject to availability as
anywhere we have a defined
number of loan sets
To return on the same
day as other students
may need the device
the next day
mLearning 2.0 @ CGS
Use existing
device
All about Opt in
choices
Purchase a
new device
Bring-Your-Own-Device
(BYOD)
Advantages of BYOD
• Use existing PLDs
• Compare prices and package. Decide
what suits your child best
• Able to tap on interest free installment
plan at major stores/ IT fairs
Proposed Minimum
Specifications
Why Slate PCs, not laptop?
2-in-1 detachable
• Inking feature
• Dual input (type or write)
• Touch screenWhy Slate PCs, not iPad? • Need higher processor speed for various learning activities e.g. video production, flash animation • For creation, not consumption • For learning, not gaming
Annex II (Yellow) – Recommended
Specifications
Specifications Rationale
Appearance A laptop-like device with • Lighter in weight
detachable screen, transforming • Portability, able to bring out the
into a portable Slate PC Slate PC for outdoor learning
activities
Physical Weight of device should be less To minimize strain on the students
Specifications than 1 kg carrying the device around
Hardware Intel Core i5 Processor • Minimum specifications required
Specifications ( 7th Gen Intel) for learning activities such as
8GB RAM creation of multimedia content
Min. 256 GB SSD (recommended) To cater to student’s 3-4 years
Intel Graphics HD620 learning needsAnnex II (Yellow) – Recommended
Specifications
Specifications Rationale
Connectivity WiFi 802.11 Standard For wireless access
a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth Standard 4.0
Camera Integrated web camera: Front To be used in learning
and back preferred activities which involve video
conferencing, filming, photo
taking etc.
Compatibility for school
Operating System At least Windows 10 OS, 64bit
applications
To provide ideal inking
Inking Active digitizer stylus
experienceAnnex II (Yellow) – Recommended Specifications MS Surface Pro Lenovo Miix
Devices that are Unsuitable • IOS and Android Devices ( eg iPad, iPad Pro, Galaxy Tab, Galaxy Note) • Above devices are mainly for content consumption • Unable to cater to the learning needs for students
Other Considerations • Warranty e.g. no. of years, local/ global • Battery life • Support services e.g. service center, collection from home • Accessories e.g slip case, external DVD- ROM • Insurance e.g. coverage/ Exclusions
Prices and Payment Options Available
Model Specs Availability Price Warranty Payment Options
Surface Pro -
• Cash
• Credit card
$1488 3 Years
7th Gen Intel • 0% Instalments
Keyboard (black) Warranty:
Core i5 Challenger Payment Plan from 6-
- $199 $235 (Hardware
Windows 10 Pro 24mths for DBS, UOB,
Stylus - $148 coverage))
MS Surface 8GB RAM OCBC credit card
Total: $1835
Pro 256GB SSD holders)
2017 Intel HD
Surface Pro -
• Cash
(5th Gen) Graphics 620 • Credit card
5MP Front / 8MP $1488 3 Years
• 0% Instalments
Rear camera Harvey Keyboard (black) Warranty:
Norman
Payment Plan from 6-
- $199 $235 (Hardware
24mths for DBS, UOB,
Stylus - $148 coverage)
OCBC credit card
Total: $1835
holders)Prices and Payment Options Available
Model Specs Availability Price Warranty Payment Options
7th Gen Intel
Core i5
Windows 10
MS Surface Pro
Est. Top up $229
Pro 8GB RAM Microsoft
$1,921.50 for 2 years
2017 256GB SSD Online
(with warranty and Credit card
(5th Gen) Intel HD (Student
keyboard ADC
(Online Graphics 620 Price)
and stylus) coverage*
Platform) 5MP Front /
8MP Rear
camera
*Accidental Damage Coverage (ADC) is limited to damage resulting from
dropping the covered product, spilling liquid onto it or screen/glass breakage of
product. For covered defects and/or ADH damage, there are terms and
conditions for the coverage.Annex II (Yellow) – Recommended
Specifications
MS Surface Pro 2017 • Met recommended
(5th Gen) spec
Microsoft Back-To-School Promo
• On good promotion in
25% off Surface Pro 2017 (5 th Gen)
Microsoft online store
15% off Type Cover and Surface Pen
From 8th January 2019
(while stocks last)
https://tinyurl.com/edupromo2019Prices and Payment Options Available
Model Specs Availability Price Warranty Payment Options
8th Gen Intel Microsoft
Core i5 Online
Windows 10 (Student
MS Surface Pro
Pro 6 Price)
8GB Ram
256GB SSD TBC
(Online Intel HD
Platform) Graphics 620
5MP Front / AsiaPac
8MP Rear
camera
*Accidental Damage Coverage (ADC) is limited to damage resulting from
dropping the covered product, spilling liquid onto it or screen/glass breakage of
product. For covered defects and/or ADC damage, there are terms and
conditions for the coverage.Annex II (Yellow) – Recommended
Specifications
MS Surface Pro 2018 • will only be available in
(New Surface Pro) Singapore until end of
January
• Price is not confirmed
• Pre-order with Microsoft
– 10% student discountPrices and Payment Options Available
Model Specs Availability Price Warranty Payment Options
8th Gen Intel • Cash
Core i5 • Credit card
Windows 10
3 Years • 0% Instalments
pro
Warranty: Payment Plan from 6-
$1649
8GB RAM
Lenovo Miix Harvey (inclusive 24mths for DBS, UOB,
256GB SSD $249
520 Norman of keyboard
Intel HD
and stylus) (Hardware OCBC credit card
Graphics 620 coverage) holders)
5MP Front /
8MP Rear
cameramLearning 2.0 @ CGS
Use existing
device
All about Opt in
choices
Purchase a
new deviceMore Choices
Insurance
Buy
Insurance/ Solutions
ADC*
Don’t buy
*Note:
1)Contact and submit form directly to the company
2)All claims must be submitted directly to the insurance
company, not through CGSAccidental Damage Coverage (ADC) *ADC – Accidental Damage Coverage, including cracked screen from dropping the device • Servicing through official retailer • For e.g. Microsoft Surface through Microsoft • Repair by third party may void warranty • Cost of repair will be >S$400 (estimated)
Annex IV (Pink) – Computer Shield Cover loss or damage of laptop resulting from • Fire •Vandalism •Lightning •Power Surges (leading to fire) •Accident (e.g. Water Spillage, Drop, Heavy Impact and etc) •Theft/ Robbery (Due to forcible entry
Annex IV (Pink) – Computer Shield Main Exclusions This insurance does not cover loss or damage of laptop arising from •Unattended Equipment (no forcible entry – left unattended in a public area/open space) •Unexplained or Mysterious Circumstances •Mechanical Breakdown •Normal Wear and Tear •Loss of Data
Annex IV (Pink) – Computer Shield
• Damage / repair / total loss /
replacement excess
• Different from extended warranty and
ADC (Accidental Damage Coverage)
offered by some retailers
Limited number for defects from
accidental damage and subject to
deductibleIMPORTANT – PLD Preparation •Set up Windows 10 using the user guide in Annex VI (White) •Online form will be sent out to students to sign up for software installation •ICT professionals will be there to assist
Support From School
• Software & Applications
• ICT-training & Cyberwellness
•Supporting InfrastructureSoftware and Applications
Software and Applications used in
School
Microsoft Office 365 Pro Plus will be provided
for all students. Students can have up to five
licenses which they can install full version of
Microsoft Office on their tablet, PC and even
Mac.
Microsoft Office
In addition, students are given access to online
web applications like Word, Powerpoint and
Excel which are used pervasively during
learning. Students will be able to use Office 365
in school or at home as long as they have
internet access.Software and Applications used in
School
Adobe Creative Suite will be used pervasively
in Lower Secondary Computer Education
Programme (LSCEP) to develop core ICT skills
e.g. digital drawing and design, webpage
Adobe Creative Suites design, animation. The software will be installed
in students’ personal learning devices at no
extra cost to parents as we will be using a site
license purchased by the school. Students will
be able to use the software as long as they are
students of Crescent Girls’ School.Software and Applications used in
School
Chronos is an online calendaring tool which
displays all homework, events, test/exams and
Chronos even projects. It empowers students to have
better self-management and time-
management.Software and Applications used in
School
TrailShuttle is a mobile learning trail application
which enables experiential learning and
provides authenticity in learning for students. It
TrailShuttle allows multiple presentations of students’
understanding towards concepts and just-in-
time feedback to students’ answers.ICT Training & Cyberwellness
Student ICT Development
• Microsoft Office skills
• Google Apps
• Digital Editing Skills
• Digital Animation Skills
• Webpage Design Skills
• Video Production Skills
• Inking Applications
• Web 2.0 Applications
• Coding and application
037Cyberwellness Programme
• Structured Cyberwellness
Programme for students
– Talks and Seminars
– Students as ambassadors
• Structured Cyberwellness
Programme for parents
– Talks and Seminars
– Workshops on Parental
Control featuresAnnex VII Windows Family Safety
(Green)
• Keep child safe online
• Be aware of her online activities
• Block off undesirable websites
Only with Microsoft’s web browsers
(Edge and IE)Windows Family Safety Features The Family Safety Filter Set up safety filters on your daughter’s Personal Learning Device (PLD) to restrict access to specific websites or applications. The Family Safety Website Choose and manage all the settings in your daughter’s device and view her activity reports, even when you’re at work.
Windows Family Safety • Activity report
Windows Family Safety • Screen time limit
Windows Family Safety • Web browsing filter
Windows Family Safety- Recommendations • Build mutual trust • Communications and negotiations • Monitoring tools as last resort
Supporting Infrastructure
Free Wireless Network • Campus-wide Wireless Network
Safety and Security • Electronic fingerprints system for classroom access • Reinforced lockers in classrooms
ICT Helpdesk Note: ICT Helpdesk will not be able to resolve any hardware related issues
Timeline
mLearning Timeline 2019
4 January 7 – 11 12 January – 20 February
January 15 February
• mLearning • Submission of • Purchase of • Official
Briefing for Option Form PLD Launch
parents • Application • Configuration
for Financial of PLDs &
Assistance Installation of
(till 11 January) software
(starting from
21 January)Option Form
Option Form (Blue)
Joining
mLearning 2.0
Not Joining
Submit response to the General
Office by 11th January 2019 (Friday)Common Questions
FAQ Any support for financial needy students? Financial support is available for students on FAS. Students who need financial assistance can apply from 4 – 11 January 2019. Form to be collected from General Office.
Outline Is it compulsory? • No, it is not compulsory • Take up rate • 100% in 2014 • 99% in 2015 (2 opted out) • 99% in 2016 (1 opted out) • 100% in 2017 • 99% in 2018 (1 opted out)
FAQ I have a laptop / Macbook. Can my daughter use it instead? • Yes • Limitations e.g. inking feature, software compatibility
For Enquiry • Please contact Mr Foo Wen Yeow Subject Head/ICT (Infrastructure) Tel: 6708 7930 Email: foo_wen_yeow@crescent.edu.sg
Other School Platforms
Parents’ Repository • Find relevant resources e.g. m- learning briefing slides, MOE guidelines
Software and Applications used in
School
Chronos is an online calendaring tool which
displays all homework, events, test/exams and
Chronos even projects. It empowers students to have
better self-management and time-
management.Chronos on Mobile
Reminders
Parents
2-12 Jan
Gateway 2019
• Platform for
sending of
consent forms
• Able to
respond on the
go using
smartphones/I
nternet
browsers20 Dec 2018 -
Parents Gateway 12 Jan 2019
• Platform for
receiving
information
and sending of
consent forms
• Able to
respond on the
go using
smartphones20 dec 2018 -
Parents Gateway 12 Jan 2019
Via
Smartphone:
• Apple iOS
• AndroidPersonal Will be used for
correspondence from
Particulars 2019 onwards
Survey Form
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TEL: +65 6708 7930
WWW.CRESCENT.EDU.SG
357 TANGLIN ROAD 247961
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