Technology

I am currently working with a company to develop and pilot a new program for teachers that would allow them to utilize student cell phones to aid in instruction. Our program would primarily use the phone's text messaging feature. Some functions of the program would include student surveys, quizzes and tests, real-time brainstorming, and picture and video galleries. It would be web-based so schools would simply pay a subscription fee and get a log-in. We are thinking about purchasing some pay-as-you-go cell phones for students to use who do not have text messaging service on their phones.

What do you see as the pros and cons of a program like this? I'm curious to get your feedback.

Please let me know if your school uses cell blockers in its buildings and how it works. We are trying to find out if it a successful means to stop the insanity.

We are investigating what software other Michigan districts use for student managment/student services (master schedule building, etc...).  Please share any information/companies you have worked with.

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No pressure, but I need to come up with these for my eval and my kids need new shoes... HELP please.