Hardware+&+Software+Components+and+Licensure


 * V. Hardware & Software Components and Licensure: **

BrainPOP is intended to be used in the classroom so that teachers can differentiate their instruction to meet the needs of their students, as well as to increase student achievement and provide opportunities for students to be engaged in the lessons. BrainPOP can be used for individual practice or review or for whole group.
 * __ Hardware: __**

Every classroom currently has a teacher computer that is equipped with both an LCD Projector, along with an interactive white board, whether it be an interwrite board or a mimio board, which would allow for BrainPOP to be used for whole group instruction. In addition each classroom has at least two student computers that are available more for individual use. In addition to the technology that is available in the classroom there are also two computer labs available for whole class activities. Due to the fact that BrainPOP is a computer website, according to BrainPOP.com, it is fully compatible with interactive whiteboards, learner response systems, projectors, Macs, and PCs. No downloading, installation, or special hardware is required. This means that there would be no additional cost for the district other than the subscription fee for BrainPOP itself.

**__ Software: __** In order to successfully use BrainPOP.com there is no special software required. A strong internet connection is needed for successful use of BrainPOP. The only software requirement that may be necessary for using BrainPOP, is Elluminate. Elluminate is only necessary when participating in a webinar, which is used for professional development purposes. Elluminate is a software program that will allow you to participate in virtual meetings with teachers from all over the world as well as members of BrainPOP's professional development team. Elluminate is a free resource.

**__ Existing Hardware/Software Needed Updates: __** One of the biggest features or resources that BrainPOP offers is their short video clips. It is necessary that every computer has working speakers so that the videos can be viewed. All teacher computers currently have speakers, however some may need updating so that the video can be heard even in the back of the classroom. Along with the updating of speakers on teacher computers, it is also necessary to have headsets for each computer in both the computer labs, as well as a minimum of two headsets for the two student computers in each classroom. Below is the cost of speakers for teacher computers as well as headsets for all student computers and computer labs.
 * Item || Price || Total ||
 * X-140 Stereo Speaker System - Black || $25.19(x 40 teacher computers) **assuming that 40 teacher computers require new speakers** || $1007.60 ||
 * Sony 40MM Over-the-Ear Music-Movie Headphones || $20.69 (x 164) **2 for each classroom and 2 sets of 30 for computer labs** || $3393.16 ||
 * Total Cost || $4400.76 ||

**__ Licensure: __** BrainPOP offers a wide variety of subscriptions. Below you will find the available subscription options for BrainPOP. BrainPOP Jr -- $125 BrainPOP Espanol -- $150 Combo Classroom -- $265 || BrainPOP Jr. --$465 BrainPOP Espanol --$485 Combo Media Lab --$895 || BrainPOP Jr. --$785 BrainPOP Espanol --$825 Combo School Access --$1495 BrainPOP + Home Access --$1495 BrainPOP Jr. + Home Access -- $1160 BrainPOP Espanol + Home Access --$1200 Combo School + Home Access $2095 ||
 * ~ Subscription ||~ Description ||~ Cost ||
 * = Classroom || * Access BrainPOP, BrainPOP Jr., and/or BrainPOP Espanol.
 * Single classroom use on up to 3 computers.
 * Works only on classroom computers during hours of 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
 * Teacher does have access outside of school hours for planning. || BrainPOP -- $195
 * = Media Lab || * Access BrainPOP, BrainPOP Jr., and/or BrainPOP Espanol.
 * For use in school library, media center, computer lab, or classroom laptop cart.
 * Unlimited student access during school hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
 * Optional 24 hour remote access for student use at home.
 * Teachers receive separate log-in for use after school hours. || BrainPOP -- $595
 * = School || * Access BrainPOP, BrainPOP Jr., and/or BrainPOP Espanol.
 * Single school site use. Can be used on any computer throughout the school.
 * Unlimited use at school during school hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
 * Teacher does have access outside of school hours for planning.
 * Optional 24 hour remote access for student use at home. || BrainPOP -- $995
 * = District || * Access BrainPOP, BrainPOP Jr., and/or BrainPOP Espanol.
 * Use within a single school district.
 * Unlimited use at school during school hours (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
 * Teacher does have access outside of school hours for planning.
 * Optional 24 hour remote access for student use at home. || Prices vary depending on number of schools within the district. **Discounts are given for multi-year subscriptions and multi-school subscriptions. Discounts also available for per-student pricing for districts larger than 1000 students.** ||
 * ~ ** All subscriptions are for 12 months with discounts offered for multi-year subscriptions and combos. ||

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