TRENDSLETTER JULY 2016

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Califone & Encore Data Products

Donate Headsets to Denver Schools to Support Game-Based Learning

Published by THE Journal
 
Califone International and Encore Data Products Inc. donated 30-40 gaming headsets to both Rangeview High School - Aurora Public Schools and Indian Peaks Elementary School - St. Vrain Valley Schools. The companies presented the gifts to school representatives during the ISTE 2016 Conference.

 
"We value the opportunity to give back to the schools and classrooms working hard to prepare students for the future," said Sabrina Manno, director of marketing of Encore Data Products. "The headsets will help Rangeview High School and Indian Peaks Elementary School put immersive, game-based learning into practice."
Clean and Healthy Classrooms
Prioritized at ISTE 2016
Safe Cleaners for Classrooms

"Proper hygiene is as important now as ever, especially where electronic devices such as iPads, smart phones, headphones and headsets are shared," declares HamiltonBuhl. This critical message was reinforced when HamiltonBuhl's HygenX Cleaners, a selection of unique products to help keep your environment clean and healthy, was awarded a title of "Best of Show at ISTE 2016 Winner" during last month's Denver event.

Designed and patented by HamiltonBuhl, the exclusive HygenX Sanitizers quickly and safely kill harmful pathogens on many electronic devices, and are over 99% effective! For an extra measure of protection, HamiltonBuhl offers HygenX Disposable Headphone Covers, too!

Clean and healthy classrooms can be achieved through a variety of products that are free of toxins and rated "school safe." Encore Data Products offers a wide range of these products and options to meet your classroom needs, including the HamiltonBuhl HygenX line.

AVID Headsets Dominate WIDA List

Approved for ACCESS for ELLs 2.0

 

Half of the tested and approved headsets for ACCESS for ELLs 2.0 are manufactured by AVID Education, according to the WIDA Consortium ACESS for ELLs 2.0 Headset Specifications. Once a collaboration between Wisconsin, Delaware and Arkansas, WIDA went on to be renamed World-class Instructional Design  and Assessment when Arkansas dropped out of the consortium -- the acronym has since been dropped.
WIDA advances academic language development and academic achievement for linguistically diverse students through high quality standards, assessments, research, and professional development for educators. Its vision is to be the most trusted resource in the education of Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 language learners.

Interactive Whiteboard Decline Leads to New Technology Options
Create Personalized Interactive Whiteboards

A recent article in THE Journal reported that global sales of interactive whiteboards are facing a steep decline in the next decade. To date, the education market remains the largest segment of end-users, "driven by low prices of interactive whiteboards and their benefits to students in teaching applications." However, the availability of advanced new technologies - such as portable projectors, interactive flat panel displays and other interactive screens - with more features and little maintenance costs have led to declining whiteboard sales. Is it possible to find portable smart board capabilities that enable interactivity and collaboration on any surface at an affordable price?

A new portable technology tool that allows users to create their own personalized interactive whiteboard is the Boardshare BC8000 Interactive Whiteboard  (priced at only $349.00).

Soundnetic SN720 Stereo Earbuds with Inline Microphone
The Latest in Earbud Innovation

The NEW Soundnetic SN720 Stereo Earbuds offer the latest in earbud innovation with flat cord technology and inline microphone, volume control and mute. A choice of 3 fitted ear tips provide best fit for comfort and optimal noise isolation. Compatible with most smartphones and tablets, these earbuds are an excellent choice for the classroom, gym, library and more. As low as $4.99!
 

HOT Products at ISTE 2016
Topics and Trends Essential to Educators

The annual ISTE conference never fails to impress attendees with the latest trends and innovations in K-12 education technology. During this year's 2016 ISTE event in Denver, Colorado, virtual reality, clean & healthy classrooms, indestructible headphones, USB compatibility, game-based learning and robots topped the list of topics and products critical to educators. While we can't offer you robots, we can provide you with options for everything else on the list.


Trios All-in-One Multimedia Headset

Trios Plus with USB Coming in Fall 2016

The Hamilton Buhl Trios Multimedia Headset easily connects to any of your devices from dual plug PCs to one-plug Chromebooks, tablets and smartphones! The chew and kink-resistant Dura-Cord on Trios has been uniquely designed to split into the plugs needed to connect to all devices. Trios features deluxe over-ear design, folding, padded headband for easy storage and gooseneck microphone for maximum versatility. As if that wasn't enough, HamiltonBuhl will be introducing the Trios Plus with a fourth plug for USB connectivity in Fall 2016. To learn more about the HamiltonBuhl Trios Multimedia Headset, watch this brief overview video:



Dukane Sound Masking System SM400
Increase the Privacy of Your Office Space

Sound Masking Systems from Dukane are designed for open office spaces where there is a need for conversational privacy and support of HIPPA policies. The SM400 Sound Masking System includes innovative loudspeakers that are designed to fit above a standard ceiling tile grid and install quickly and easily. The noise generator and amplifier is perfectly suited for basic sound masking systems.

All the necessary parts are included from the speaker wire to the wall conduit. The System includes four (4) sound masking loudspeaker assemblies, sound masking generator with built-in amplifier, plenum speaker wire, adhesive wall surface raceway, programmable digital outlet timer, wire caps, security cables and installation parts.