The Complete iSchool Package

iSchool recognises that most schools in Zambia (and Africa generally) don't have the computers or other resources necessary to deliver eLearning. So as well as providing the actually learning content and lesson plans iSchool can provide a complete 'package' solution. This 'iSchool in a box' comprises: Enough computers to share between children in the right ratio for children to be able to fully utilise the iSchool content (noting that these are modern, low-power netbook computers especially built for schools that will last all day without being plugged in, and can be easily carried between classrooms so that the students can use them on their desks). No computer lab or additional building is needed.  The computers are configured on a basis where they will specifically deliver the learning content and cannot be 'misconfigured' by students, making them low-maintenance. Students will use them every other lesson. Laptops for teachers and head teacher use Trolleys for secure storage and charging of laptops Projectors and loudspeakers for classroom use A Printer with initial consumables Assistance with setting up a facility where the school's local community can make use of the computer, internet, and learning facilities and also generate some income to cover costs. Internet connectivity and school-wide wireless network A small solid-state server to contain the content, and other learning material Uninteruptible power supply (to last a full school day) Electricity supply if needed (solar / cell combination) Teacher training (concentrating on interactive enquiry-based learnig) and ongoing mentoring and support Technical installation and ongoing support Access to iSchool’s eLearning content Additional physical resource material to fit in with the TLE Assistance with setting up a facility where the school's local community can make use of the computer, internet, and learning facilities and also generate some income to cover costs. All of the above are provided by iSchool at a small affordable cost per pupil per term.