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E d Te ch S h o w D a i l y 2 9 M o n d a y, J u n e 2 7 , 2 0 1 6 Best of Show 2016 DREXEL SCHOOL OF EDUCATION OFFERS NEW APPROACH TO OBTAIN GRADUATE DEGREE Drexel University's School of Education offers an entirely new approach to obtaining a graduate degree. The new approach allows the student total flexibil- ity to study the topics most relevant to the individual and his or her individual career growth. The M.S. in Educational Improvement and Transformation is structured around Professional Development Concentration Sets (PDCS) on topics that are timely, appro- priate and immediately applicable to today's educator. Through the PDCS, stu- dents gain a broad base of knowledge in multiple areas of education, allowing the students to sample several areas to deter- mine their specific interests, and to gain knowledge in multiple fields. This unique master's degree pre- pares students to lead significant initia- tives in formal and informal education sectors. Students work with their adviser to develop a course of study that is grounded in their specific career goals. The PDCS' topics are of paramount importance to today's educators: Learning in Game-Based Environments, Learning Technologies, Creativity & Innovation, E-Learning Leadership, Instructional Design, Evaluation & Assessment, Educational Policy, Leadership in Educational Settings, Special Education Leadership, Collaborative Special Education Law & Process and Urban Education. The M.S. in Educational Improvement and Transformation (EIT) requires a Capstone Project that the stu- dent develops with a Drexel faculty member to address a need or issue in the student's workplace or relevant setting. Upon completion of the M.S. in Education Improvement and Transformation, students will have acquired a broad base of knowledge about education. They will be prepared to enter into a diverse and exciting career field, and will be equipped with the knowledge needed to pursue a career in any of the eleven Professional Development Concentration sets. Students in the M.S. in Educational Improvement and Transformation pro- gram also learn the value of leadership as the program hones leadership skills in context of each of the targeted areas of interest. Students leave the program with a skill set that enables them to become leaders in education. For more detailed information about the program, contact Jamillah Moore at jam596@drexel.edu or visit www .drexel.edu/soe. JS: LocknCharge has recently developed a new range of cost-effective products, including the Joey 30™ Cart. The Joey 30 Cart allows districts to enjoy the edu- cation-focused designs that LocknCharge is known for, at a more entry-level price. The Joey 30 can charge, store and transport up to 30 of almost any mobile device. It is manufactured with high- quality steel material, but in a lightweight form – meaning it is easier to transport than most other carts in the market- place. It features a divider system and top-loading design to make accessing devices easy for students and educators – no more bending down to get devices off the bottom shelf. Plus, it comes equipped with multiple access points compared to a traditional cabinet design, making dis- tributing devices faster and easier. ESD: Why did LocknCharge decide to create the Joey 30 Cart? JS: One thing that I have heard many times from our customers with highly restricted budgets is: "We absolutely love LocknCharge solutions, but we simply don't have enough money in our budget to afford the full solution that you offer." Appreciating that budget is a genuine concern for many districts who do not want to compromise on choosing the right cart, locker or charging station for their schools, the Joey line was born. What is great about The Joey 30 is that schools can customize their carts to best suit their facility and budget, with afford- able and practical optional upgrades. ESD: In what ways can schools cus- tomize their Joey 30 Cart? JS: LocknCharge recognizes that not all schools are the same, and therefore not every school has the need for all elements of its carts. The Joey 30 has been designed with this in mind, and schools only need to pay for the features they need, with a clever 'bolt on' system. Customizable features include an anchor kit for added security and LocknCharge's unique and innovative bas- kets, which keep devices safe during deployment and allow a few students to distribute an entire cart's worth of devices in a fraction of the time. These baskets enable the Cart to be shared by multiple classrooms or devices to be transported where carts can't go – like up a set of stairs. 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Contact Extron's S3 support staff with your project details and it will pro- vide guidance on solutions that satisfy your requirements. Its professional staff of application and system design engi- neers will help you with product selec- tion and system design. It also has a list of qualified system integrators all over the U.S. that employ educated and certi- fied AV professionals who can assist you to create an end-to-end solution that meets your needs. Satisfaction Guaranteed To underscore its commitment to K-12, Extron offers its Satisfaction Guarantee. This means it will work diligently to resolve any issue you have with your purchase until you are completely satis- fied. Extron employees are prepared to do whatever it takes to make certain that the entire process of doing business with the company is a positive and professionally rewarding experience. What Customers are Saying "Extron support was a big advantage over the competition. From warranties and service to spares and easy system configuration, they really took the time to satisfy the unique needs of our district," said Benny Bello, Leander ISD, AV/Network Cabling and Infrastructure Technician. For more information, go to www.extron classroom.com or call 800.633.9876.