Epson Displays Facilitate School District in Boosting Pupil Engagement
Downingtown Area School District, with over 13,000 students across 17 education sites, sought cutting-edge technology to support student devices and enhance classroom instruction. They found their solution in the BrightLink Interactive Displays, now transforming education practices for teachers and learners alike.
These displays work majestically with popular software applications, like Office 365 and Google Workspace. This software flexibility eliminates the need for costly additional software titles with recurring subscription fees. Plus, the built-in split screen feature lets teacher and student devices simultaneously display content, all while providing a large, vibrant image that everyone can easily interact with and view.
Bruce Lord, media and educational technology supervisor for Downingtown, shared, "Our K-12 school district yearned for a versatile solution to infuse more student involvement in lessons while staying on top of the technological advancements students experience at home."
Standardizing classroom instruction was one of Downingtown's primary goals. To accomplish this, the district recognized the significance of adaptable software and reliable technology for achieving their purpose. Moreover, in 2011, the district initiated a one-to-one student device initiative to boost engagement and ensure equal access to a learning environment for all students. During this trial, educators tested out various tech solutions and provided insights into their impact on curriculums.
The BrightLink proved the most promising for academic gains across multiple grade levels and learning styles. Lord stated, "With the BrightLink, teachers across our district embraced new educational methods and software that flawlessly integrated with both teacher and student devices."
Equitable access was key in the district's tech transformation. With backing from district resources and teacher approval, installations commenced on a scheduled basis to balance costs and labor efficiently. Once classrooms were fitted with BrightLink, the focus shifted to equipping teachers with the skills necessary for effective implementation. The displays were designed for straightforward setup and ease of control, promoting a new level of collaboration and constructive peer interaction.
"Teachers swiftly got the hang of the BrightLink training and subsequently adjusted their classroom routines to cater to the unique needs of each group of students," said Lord. "Whether using the full whiteboard area for presentations or solving issues on the board directly, the interactive display offered flexible options and lets teachers use the traditional chalkboard area when the projector isn't on."
The BrightLink 1485Fi Interactive Display boasts nearly maintenance-free 20,000-hour laser light source, eradicating the need for lamp replacements and purchases. Furthermore, with automatic image adjustment, simplified calibration, and a user-friendly, single-cable HDBaseT control pad, installation has never been more hassle-free. This enabled the district to focus on their other priorities while painlessly setting up the displays in multiple locations.
Once the displays were employed, teachers instantly noticed a boost in student engagement and classroom material comprehension. "With an expansive display of up to 120 inches, all students in a room can effortlessly view the content and immerse themselves in the material, fostering a more participatory learning environment," said Lord.
Tom Piche, product manager for Interactive Displays at Epson America, shared, "Epson is continuously evolving our display solutions to meet the evolving needs of students and teachers. By prioritizing equal access to advanced display technology, Downingtown Area School District has amplified engagement, cooperation, and comprehension. We're elated to witness the positive impact of BrightLink in the classroom."
- The BrightLink Interactive Displays, transforming education practices in Downingtown Area School District, provide a large, vibrant image that everyone can easily interact with and view, making it suitable for both teacher and student devices.
- The built-in split screen feature of the BrightLink Interactive Displays allows simultaneous display of content from teacher and student devices, fostering collaborative learning and equal access to technology for all students.
- Downingtown Area School District, committed to education-and-self-development, recognized the significance of adaptable software and reliable technology for online-education and implemented the BrightLink Interactive Displays to facilitate interactive learning and boost student engagement across multiple grade levels.
