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Instructional Technology
MHS - BYOD - Technical Specifications
BYOD Technology Minimum RequirementsAs a Google Apps for Education (GAFE) school district, a Chromebook will meet all the educational needs of your students. However, students may choose to bring a laptop, chromebook, iOs tablet, Android Tablet, or Smartphone that meets the following requirements:Mandatory:- Windows 7, Mac OS 10.7, Android 4.4, iOS 7
- Able to connect to Wi-fi (AC best B/G/N minimal)
- 3-6 hours of battery life
- Must run Chrome
- Must run Google Classroom
- To determine if your device can run Google Classroom, go to the app store on your device OR to the Chrome App Store. Search for Google Classroom. Read compatibility features.
- Productivity Software:
- Must be able to access (on a tablet or smartphone, these apps should be installed on the device):
- Google Drive
- Google Docs
- Google Slides
- Google Sheets
- PDF reader
- Utilize Earbuds or Headphones
Recommended:- Keyboard - virtual or physical (If you are using a tablet or phone you might consider a bluetooth keyboard)
- Integrated Camera and Microphone
- e-book reader (ibooks, kindle app)
- Google Calendar app
- Gmail app
Additional subject area apps may be recommended by classroom instructor such as:- Calculator
- Note Pad
- Voice to Text App
- Multimedia Creators (WeVideo or iMovie)
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