Mexico. While the Internet of Things continues to influence the creation of new technological advances in classrooms, it is essential that students and faculties have a solution that allows for a safe and connected learning environment.
A survey published by Extreme Networks, Inc. found that 70% of educators and IT managers believe video cameras should be present in classrooms to create safe and productive learning spaces. Since its debut in October 2016, Wave 2, the industry's first entry point to integrate a camera (AP), Extreme's AP 3916i wireless camera has helped a growing number of education customers, including Aldine Independent School District, Smackover-Norphlet School District, and Catawba College, by providing visibility into classroom activity, while improving overall connectivity.
By consolidating two hardware units into one, schools and universities are able to deploy and manage more educational technology at an affordable cost with Extreme's AP camera. The AP allows customers to improve connectivity and network bandwidth, while its high-definition surveillance camera provides a more secure environment for the entire campus. The AP camera also improves productivity in the classroom for activities such as lecture capture to help teachers improve their pedagogy and virtual assistance for students who are unable to attend class in person.
Facts to highlight:
• Aldine Independent School District: The AP camera has allowed the district to provide reliable connectivity and additional security measures for a variety of scenarios in 95 of its buildings, laying the groundwork for the rest of the schools in the district. In addition, as a Texas school district, Aldine must comply with the new SB 507 by installing cameras in special education classrooms at the request of parents or faculty.
• Smackover-Norphlet School District: By deploying AP cameras in every classroom at four of the district's schools, Smackover-Norphlet can deter thieves from stealing Chromebooks and other assets. In addition to security, Smackover-Norphlet has strengthened its network to support the demand of more than 1,300 students for wireless connectivity in the classroom over the next few years.
• Catawba College: With 34 AP cameras configured in central locations, Catawba will be able to monitor the entrances and exits of its buildings and computer labs. From an IT perspective, staff will reduce the number of ports and cabling, which improves overall maintenance costs.
This Wednesday, September 13 at 2 p.m. ET, Extreme Networks will host a free webinar in partnership with eRepublic to discuss the benefits associated with classroom video cameras for students, faculty, and IT staff. To register, ENTER HERE.
