Changes in the education environment
Educators face the monumental task of adapting their classrooms to meet the needs of digital and hybrid learning environments, combining in-person teaching with online learning. This rapid change has increased the need for technology to create the optimal learning environment for students of all ages.
Global monitoring of school closures caused by pandemic
*Source: https://en.unesco.org/covid19/educationresponse
New trend: Hybrid learning
Hybrid learning teaches students through a mix of in-person and online activities. Students interact with one another alongside multimedia and resources shared by teachers. The mixed-media approach to learning combined with flexibility of school schedules opens a new frontier for education.
Hybrid learning's benefit
Mixed learning environments combine the most beneficial features of face-to-face and online learning.
ㆍActive participation - Students can participate in live, face-to-face classroom learning and teachers can provide immediate feedback.
ㆍGreater flexibilty - With flexible tools class time can be more productive and schools can save on costs by operating more efficiently.
Powering smarter learning with Samsung and Cisco
Samsung displays ranging in size from 55– to 85 inches, are secured by Knox and paired with Cisco’s intelligent video conferencing platform, featuring auto-framing and speaker setting, all creating a seamless video experience for students and teachers.
Crystal clear visuals
Showcase clear and life-like visuals of both students and teacher as if they are in the same space together and prov ide enriching educational content with leading picture quality
Hybrid & blended learning solution
Delivering an engaging high definition experience that is both natural for teachers to teach and students to learn. Ideate with integrated whiteboards, share with visuals and have fun with virtual games
Intuitive usability
An intuitive user experience based on simple UI that is designed to be easy to use for both teachers and students creates a more productive classroom environment without long learning curve
Natural and easy to use
Consistent join experience at home and in the classroom with “touchless” voice control, transcription and recording so no class is ever missed. See students at home life size, as they would be in class
Powerful security
The hybrid classroom and all educational content are safely secured with Samsung’s powerful proprietary security features powered by Knox
Integrates with Google Classroom and LMS
Scheduling and class assignments automatically populate the Webex class devices for easy class starts – either one touch orvoice control. Recordings and transcriptions populate back into LMS for easy access
Transform your classroom with the right solution
Every school and each classroom is unique. It’s important to choose the right technology solution for your setup. Samsung and Cisco’s solutions are customisable and able to fit a wide variety of classroom arrangements and sizes.
Large class rooms
Larger classrooms may find Samsung’s bigger Flip variants, in the front of the classroom, to be more effective. Enable teachers to be remote, or allow guest instructors to participate while maintaining distance. Ensure the entire class is visible with advanced cameras for wider viewing angles by installing Samsung’s Smart Display with Cisco’s Room Kit Pro in the back of the room.
Samsung SMART Display
Flip
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness: 350nit(without glass), 220nit(with glass)
ㆍTouch type: IR
ㆍNo. of Drawing: 4 drawing (Internal) 20 touch (External)
Flip
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness: 350nit(without glass), 220nit(with glass)
ㆍTouch type : inGlass™(multi writing up to 4)
ㆍTouch pen type : Passive pen
QMR
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness : 500nit
ㆍOperation hour : 24/7
ㆍNon-glare panel
QBR
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness: 350nit
ㆍOperation hour : 16/7
Cisco Webex Room Kit
Cisco Room Kit Pro
ㆍAutomatic camera tracking for teacher plus optional P60 cameras
ㆍAll in one 4K camera, internal and external speakers/ microphones and selectable layouts
ㆍAutomatic noise elimination, voice (touchless) control, on-screen transcriptions and translations
ㆍTriple display support for showing remote teacher full screen plus class content on second display front and back of class
Cisco P60 Camera
ㆍFor large classroom/auditoriums
ㆍAutomatic camera tracking for teachers front or back of class
ㆍIntelligent camera switching for optimum student engagement
ㆍOptional for Cisco Room Kit or Room Kit Plus
Medium class rooms
Midsize classrooms can utilise the interactive Flip display in the front of the classroom, while another display with Cisco’s Room Kit can be added to the back of the room. This ensures that remote students are seen as easily as those in-person.
Samsung SMART Display
Flip
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness: 350nit(without glass), 220nit(with glass)
ㆍTouch type : inGlass™(multi writing up to 4)
ㆍTouch pen type : Passive pen
QMR
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness : 500nit
ㆍOperation hour : 24/7
ㆍNon-glare panel
QBR
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness : 350nit
ㆍOperation hour : 16/7
Cisco Webex Room Kit
Cisco Room Kit
• Automatic Best Overview camera for students and teachers
• All in one 4K camera, speakers, external and internal microphones and selectable layouts
• Automatic noise elimination, voice (touchless) control, on-screen transcriptions and translations
• Dual display support for showing remote teacher full screen plus class content on second display
Small class rooms
Samsung’s Flip paired with Cisco’s Room Kit Mini is ideal for smaller classrooms. The interactive display paired with Cisco’s streamlined collaboration software ensure easy collaboration for all participants.
Samsung SMART Display
Flip
ㆍUHD resolution
ㆍBrightness: 350nit(without glass), 220nit(with glass)
ㆍTouch type : inGlass™(multi writing up to 4)
ㆍTouch pen type : Passive pen
Cisco Webex Room Kit
Cisco Room Kit Mini
ㆍAutomatic Best Overview camera for students and teachers
ㆍAll in one 4K camera, speakers, microphones and selectable layouts
ㆍAutomatic noise elimination, voice (touchless) control, on-screen transcriptions and translations
ㆍClass schedules displayed on screen
Seize the opportunity to improve classroom learning
Improve learning with integrated hybrid learning solutions, built for online and face-to-face learning environments, from Samsung and Cisco. This new model benefits teachers and students by providing additional resources for instruction and a more cohesive learning experience. Enjoy flexibility, simplicity, and safety while removing the barriers to receiving a high-quality education from anywhere.
Student at home
ㆍEffective learning with high quality experience
ㆍReactions to provide real time feedback
ㆍInteractive with remote whiteboarding
ㆍNatural feeling of being part of the class
Student in Class
ㆍNatural with teacher at front of the class
ㆍEngaging learning with rich interactive content
ㆍLess distraction with noise elimination from remote students
ㆍInclusive culture with class mates at home
Teacher
ㆍNatural - local and remote students in front of them
ㆍInteractive with local and remote simultaneously
ㆍPowerful, fun integrated whiteboarding
ㆍIntelligent remote reactions on displays
Admin/manager
ㆍAdvanced security and privacy built in
ㆍLive remote support access
ㆍIntegrated with Google and LMS
ㆍSafety/Info messaging with built in signage
Discover how the Oak Meadow school enabled effective hybrid classrooms
In early 2020, Oak Meadow School was in the same position as many educational institutions - attempting to maintain meaningful learning while students were isolated at home. School leadership quickly identified and implemented a solution that followed new health and safety requirements.
Challenge
Keeping students engaged
Oak Meadow school wanted to develop a solution that went beyond online learning to keep students engaged, not isolated. Sustaining a connection to the classroom and collaborative learning required a technology solution that was effective and user-friendly for teachers and students.
About Oak Meadow school
Founded in 1977, Oak Meadow School cultivates confident, independent, and compassionate lifelong learners by providing the tools and experiences needed to embark on rich, meaningful journeys as responsible citizens of the world. Oak Meadow School supports the development of innovative best practices for 21st century learners with a creative and well-rounded curriculum designed for advanced student learning
Solution
Samsung & Cisco hybrid classroom solution
Samsung and Cisco’s solution featured Samsung’s QBR display and Cisco’s Room Kit Mini, implementing a hybrid learning environment for multiple classrooms. Teachers connected with students from home while continuing to use in-room tools, like whiteboards. The crystal-clear displays allowed teachers to communicate with students face-to-face in real time.
Result
High-functioning hybrid learning Environment
Samsung and Cisco’s powerful tools provided the features, flexibility and usability to create successful hybrid classrooms during the global pandemic. Teachers easily adapted to the new technology to provide interactive educational content which improved student engagement and achievement.
Resources
Brochure
Samsung & Cisco Webex Hybrid Classroom Solution
Future of learning. On display.
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