IN THIS ISSUE
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PRODUCT NEWS
Updating SMART's Software Now Easier for Mac Users
In the April issue of EDCompass newsletter, we told you about the new SMART Product Update (SPU) tool, which eliminated the need for Microsoft® Windows® users to manually uninstall older versions of our software. Now Mac users can also take advantage of this tool. With the click of a button, all of SMART's software applications can be downloaded and installed - and the previous versions will be automatically removed from your system. The SPU tool also notifies you right away when a new software version is available, so you'll always be working with the latest developments from SMART.
You can get this tool by going to the Help menu of any SMART software product and clicking on Check for Updates.
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CONTENT AND RESOURCES
Investing in the Future
Check out SMART's new Investing in the Future website, where you can find out how SMART education solutions meet American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding requirements. The website includes background information and examples of how SMART solutions are transforming learning and teaching in special education, early childhood education, K-12 education, higher education, 1:1 learning and STEM instruction. You'll also find out how SMART supports teaching excellence and professional development.
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Welcome to the July issue of EDCompass™ newsletter!
The school year may be over, but we still have news to share. This short update will keep you informed about our new products, content, resources and professional development opportunities. We hope to help you stay inspired so you can generate great new ideas for the coming school year.
As always, if you have any comments about the newsletter or any of the information featured in this issue, we'd love to hear from you. Please e-mail your feedback to education@smarttech.com.
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PRODUCT NEWS
Dual Touch Is Coming to the SMART Board
 This fall, we're launching a new SMART Board™ interactive whiteboard that will allow two people to simultaneously touch or write on the board for an even more collaborative classroom experience. Each student can use a finger or pen to brainstorm, solve problems and engage in lessons. Be sure to read the August issue of EDCompass newsletter to learn more about the SMART Board SBD600 interactive whiteboard.
SMART Launches Widescreen Interactive Pen Display
 The SMART Podium ID422w is the latest addition to SMART's line of interactive pen displays. Offering 40 percent more workspace than other SMART Podium (formerly Sympodium™) models, the ID422w boasts a high-definition resolution, 16:9 aspect ratio and 22" (56 cm) display. It delivers sharp image quality for your lessons and offers exceptional performance in the classroom. Find out more.
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CONTENT AND RESOURCES
Find Curriculum-Correlated Lesson Activities
Teachers all over the world are creating and sharing SMART Notebook lesson activities every day. Now there's an easier way to find these great resources. With the Google™ Custom Search service, you can quickly search over 1,500 curriculum-correlated lesson activities, for all grades and subject areas. Find activities that have been created by teachers like you in schools across North America or by SMART's team of curriculum resource developers. Search now to discover a variety of fantastic activities to help you plan for the coming school year.
New Gallery Collections Available
 You can now access themed compilations of copyright-cleared images and multimedia learning objects for most subjects and grade levels. Gallery Collections are available in English, Spanish, French, German, Russian and Arabic. The following is just some of the content you can find in the Collections:
- Monthly calendars for 2010 and 2011
- Introductory and advanced biology resources for teaching genetics, cell division, DNA structure and electrophoresis
- Images, diagrams and videos of the solar system and individual planets
- Math and science Flash® activities
- Clipart to help support instruction in phonics
We'd love to hear what you think of the Gallery Collections. You can send your feedback and ideas for future collections to GalleryCollections@smarttech.com.
Join SMART for a Summer of Learning
 Find out how to get the most out of your SMART products before school resumes in the fall. This summer, SMART is hosting a series of online training events designed to help you effectively use the SMART Board interactive whiteboard, SMART Notebook software and SMART Response. To find out more, e-mail livedemo@smarttech.com.
Content creation seminars
Would you like to attend a three-day seminar and learn how to create highly engaging and interactive lesson activities that align with your curriculum standards? SMART is hosting three summer workshops that will help you do just that.
The seminars will be coming to the following places - if you're based in one of these locations, speak with your district administrator to find out how you can get involved:
- Fairfield-Suisun, California - July 27-29
- Baltimore, Maryland - August 11-13
- Southern California - August 19-21
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