In the last two years, what it means to “go” to school has changed more than ever before. For schools that have resumed in-person learning, the setup has shifted drastically, and students that may have fallen behind during remote seasons require more hands-on teaching to compensate. In such an environment, the importance of top-tier educational equipment and capabilities cannot be overstated. School boards and educators have been investing technology that is custom curated for their space. EDC applauds that effort and offers some ideas.  Design Classrooms Effectively Digital capabilities are a must in the modern classroom. However, not all screens.

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In a modern office environment, full-screen video calls have become largely commonplace. As Zoom and other programs have made their way into our daily workflows, conference rooms have adapted to include a host of technical capabilities that allow group meetings with some participants in person and others tuned in virtually. However, implementing an effective web-based video system with high-quality resolution, audio, and ease of use can be challenging in practice. The technical team at Electronic Design Company has published a series of articles detailing the proper steps to take to properly outfit and arrange your boardroom with the essential technology.

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Some things you pay for, with the hope of never using. In the personal realm, various types of home and life insurance fall into this category. In the business world, it’s emergency preparedness. When disaster strikes, having the right systems in place to notify every building occupant of the situation and direct them to a safe location can save lives. While you might never need to implement it in practice, and we hope you never do, developing an emergency response plan is a small price to pay for the security and protection of your clients and employees. Here are three.

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With the arrival of a new year, it is a good time for school decision makers to take inventory of what needs improvement to enhance education, safety, and productivity. Here are four ways schools can look to improve as we head into 2021: Public Address Systems The purpose of a school Public Address System is to communicate to the entire building and also between the main office and classrooms. Schools should also consider the need for District-Wide Communications. This is crucial for school-wide announcements, as well as emergency notifications such as lockdowns for intruder alerts and severe weather such as.

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