Popular software compatible with mobile learning devices
CALGARY, Alberta --- March 20, 2007 --- SMART Technologies Inc. announces the release of SynchronEyes™ classroom management software 7.0. Introduced in January, SynchronEyes 7.0 can be used with any combination of desktop computers, wireless laptops or mobile devices to instruct, monitor and assess participants in classrooms and networked learning environments. Version 7.0 has captured the interest of corporate and military trainers around the world because it enables them to log on to their network and connect with participants using mobile devices. SynchronEyes software 7.0 is compatible with all Microsoft® Windows® operating systems.
Version 7.0 helps instructors direct the flow of information in the class because they can monitor each desktop and control all computers and learning devices. When learners are struggling, instructors can highlight key points on learners’ computer screens or broadcast their own screen to the entire group. Instructors can then create a quiz to check each learner’s level of understanding. Additionally, instructors can refocus learners’ interest by locking their computers or learning devices. With SynchronEyes, learners can send a message to their instructor through the chat feature and ask confidential questions. The software allows instructors to provide quick answers, saving them from moving from person to person and potentially disturbing the rest of the class. SynchronEyes 7.0 offers additional security, with 256-bit encryption (as used in online banking), which helps to keep content protected from intruders using wireless networks.
“SynchronEyes is an excellent classroom management tool that we use in our brand training workshops,” says Janice Warren, Sr. instructional designer, Hilton Hotels Corporation. “SynchronEyes has wowed us with the capability to transfer documents electronically from the participant to the facilitator. All participants are able to submit their action plans as once.”
“Today corporate and military trainers are looking for products that increase professional productivity and collaboration from their learners,” says Nancy Knowlton, SMART’s CEO. “SynchronEyes classroom management software 7.0 addresses this need and helps trainers ensure each participant is on track.”
Pricing and availability
SynchronEyes classroom management software 7.0 is available at a suggested list price of US$1,198 per training-room license, which includes one Teacher-edition install and unlimited Student-edition installs. SMART’s training-room license allows system administrators to add more learners computers to any training room already using SynchronEyes classroom management software without paying additional fees for software licensing. Volume discounts are also available. For details on how to upgrade from an earlier version of SynchronEyes software to version 7.0, visit www.smarttech.com/support/software.
About SMART
SMART Technologies Inc. is both the industry pioneer and a global market leader in user-friendly interactive whiteboards and other group collaboration tools. SMART products include the award-winning family of SMART Board™ interactive whiteboards, interactive pen displays, interactive digital signage, conferencing applications and software. SMART products are designed to meet the requirements of today’s corporate environment. With SMART’s versatile products, users are able to effectively display media-rich information, host and participate in audio and videoconferencing, share desktops remotely, collaborate, share data and efficiently train personnel. SMART products are used in more than 100 countries around the world and customers include NASA, Texas Instruments, BMW, Toyota Motors, DaimlerChrysler, Boeing, Lucent Technologies, the Los Angeles Lakers, Novartis, the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff, Procter & Gamble, Disney Imagineering and Harvard University.
SMART is a private company founded in 1987. Employing more than 900 people, SMART is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, with assembly facilities in Ontario, and offices in Bonn, Tokyo, Shanghai, New York City, Chicago and Washington DC. SMART has been issued and maintains a broad portfolio of patents with numerous U.S., Canadian and other patents pending. In 1992, SMART formed a strategic alliance with Intel® Corporation that resulted in joint product development and marketing efforts, and Intel’s equity ownership in the company. SMART products are sold through dealers across North America and distributors worldwide. To learn more about SMART visit www.smarttech.com.
