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E d Te c h S h o w D a i l y 2 7 M o n d a y, J u n e 2 9 , 2 0 1 5 position, from on-camera reporting to behind-the-scenes producing, directing, graphics creation, editing prerecorded video segments and more. Each five-minute program is live streamed through the school's closed cir- cuit TV system, using Wirecast live streaming production software. A growing number of schools today are using Wirecast to stream lectures, tutorials and other school events such as graduations, assemblies and school sports. As Amherst has demonstrated, it's also a great teaching tool for video pro- duction courses and can be used to engage the school community through student-produced live shows. The soft- ware gives students the opportunity to experiment and learn valuable video pro- duction techniques that can lead them into rewarding careers. Wirecast is affordable and powerful, yet easy enough to use that students and volunteers can be trained to use it in just a few minutes. Wirecast has functionality that you'd imagine could be possible only with the purchase of expensive hardware: live switching, transitions, titles, lower thirds and more; but because it's a software solution, it's affordable and flexible, and can be used on existing computer hard- ware that the school owns. With Wirecast you can switch between multiple live camera feeds, enhance your show with graphics keyed into a greenscreen background, add high-quality audio, create text cap- tions and other professional touches. Broadcasts created with Wirecast can be streamed to all the places you want to reach â other classrooms in your school, to the Web or recorded to a disk that can be viewed later. It's an effec- tive way to keep students, staff and the Telestream (Cont'd. from p. 1) public informed about school activities and achievements, and it gives parents and grandparents the opportunity to view the shows whenever they wish, engaging them more effectively in their students' education. "Wirecast makes it possible for our students to produce their own live TV newscasts complete with green screen keys, digital video effects, lower third supers and other production tools that are the hallmark of today's TV news busi- ness," says Zdrojewski. "When the stu- dents watch the newscast in homeroom, it starts the day off with a moment of shared focus and community." For mvore information about how others are using Wirecast, or to download a free trial of the software, go to www.telestream.net/wirecast. Visit Telestream's ISTE booth #1262 to see Wirecast in action. INTRODUCING THE LEARN ONDEMAND FULL COLOR POSTER MAKER The Learn OnDemand poster maker is a one click system to create 4 different sizes of posters and banners to any length. This system is the only system on the market to be awarded a provisional patent by the U. S. Patent and Trademark Office. The Learn OnDemand poster maker comes with: a 24" or 36" full color print- er; 1200 educational templates (fully editable); full screen plug and play work station; high resolution scanner; supplies; template subscription (over 100 added each year at no charge); and weekly update subscription (a poster a week related to a current event). There are several ways to create posters and banners. You can start with a blank template and after three steps you have created your own poster. You can also scan an existing docu- ment to create a poster or bring your own creation in on a thumb drive. It's as simple as clicking the print button and in two minutes you have created your own poster or ban- ner. The other method is to simply select one of the 1200 existing posters from the template library (edit it if you wish) and press the print button. The template library is divided into subject category including (but not limit- ed to) reading, writing, math, sci- ence, character education, moti- vational, parent involvement, Spanish and administrative. The system is simple, easy to use and sure to enable you to reach your visual learners by informing, instructing and inspir- ing. Stop by booth #1562 and request a free sample pack to be sent to your school. For more information, visit www.carolina posterprinters.com, call 800.729.2836 or stop by booth #1562. HYPERSIGN COLLABORATES WITH GOOGLE AND SAMSUNG TO CHANGE THE FACE OF DIGITAL SIGNAGE FOR EDUCATION Hypersign, an industry leading digital signage provider, has announced the availability of a new digital signage solu- tion for the Kâ12 and Higher Ed markets in collaboration with Google and Samsung Electronics America called "theconnectEDU." The bundled offering enables students and staff to receive a wide range of content via digital displays and desktops such as campus broadcasts and timely alerts for emergency pre- paredness. "We are very excited about the ben- efits this solution brings, engaging stu- dents and staff while providing incredible value," said Hypersign CEO Neil Willis. "Our objective is to deliver a system that helps protect, educate and inform stu- dents, staff and visitors. Hypersign has only tapped the initial stage of this col- laboration, and we look forward to offer- ing more solutions to the education mar- ket in the future." With the combination of Hypersign environment s e a m l e s s l y. A c c e s s impactful content and stay connected, quickly and securely. Samsung Commercial Displays deliver dynamic, engaging messages. These displays produce high quality images using commercial grade compo- nents and an extensive range of sizes from 10 inches to large video walls. To learn more about how this offering will make communication among stu- dents, faculty and staff easier than ever, visit Hypersign booth #2658, Samsung booth #3002 or Google booth #1808 to talk to a theconnectEDU representative. For more information, visit www.the connectedu.com, call 864.735.0710 or email sales@hypersign.com. Digital Signage Software, Google Chrome Devices and Samsung Commercial Displays, content can be accessed and updated in real- time from anywhere, provided an Internet connection. The platform includes four parts: Hypersign's cloud based, easy-to- use digital signage platform allows users to create and publish a wide range of con- tent, which can be distributed to digital signs and desktop PCs from anywhere and managed from one dashboard. Google Chrome Device Management allows faculty and adminis- trators to manage campus Chrome devices from one central location which can be accessed from anywhere at any time. Chromebox connects your school PROTECT YOUR HEARING AND LISTEN FOR A LIFETIME The American Speech-Language- Hearing Association's Listen To Your Buds campaign wants everyone to be able to "listen for a lifetime" to the music they love. But that may not become the case for some if they listen to personal audio technology too loudly, for too long and too often â behavior that can cause permanent hearing damage. The Buds campaign, which encour- ages safe listening, has strong support from musicians â a group who knows something about the importance of being able to hear. Leading music education organizations are campaign partners. What's more, the campaign employs musicians to go into schools and spread the word about safe listening through their music. Reviews of Buds "safe listening" concerts from kids and educators alike are always very positive: "Best assembly we've ever had," "please come back, "the message is so needed." Such comments appear repeatedly in follow up surveys. Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL), which is permanent and irre- versible, can profoundly limit a student's ability to succeed academically and socially. For musicians, NIHL can lead to limited careers. Studies show that 37 percent of rock musi- cians and 52 percent of clas- sical musicians show signs of hearing loss. Meanwhile, a study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2010 reported a five per- cent increase in teen hearing loss, and cited exposure to loud music as a risk factor. How can you encourage safe listen- ing to music with ear buds if you're a parent, or practice safe listening yourself? Model safe listening for the young; taking care of your own hearing will set a good example. Listen at volume levels set no higher than halfway. Avoid prolonged exposure to loud music by taking listening breaks; taking a break every 30 minutes is a good idea. For more information, go to www.asha.org.