This document discusses replacing early learners' computing resources with more child-friendly options. It suggests adopting VTech KidiZoom cameras instead of adult digital cameras currently used by students, citing issues like lack of grip space and durability. It also proposes LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra touchpads instead of desktop PCs connected via N-computing, which children find difficult to use due to mouse size, wires, and limited mobility. An action plan is outlined to train teachers and integrate the new resources in lessons by specific deadlines, with goals of independent learner use and effective curriculum support.

1. USING MORE USER/CHILD FRIENDLY
RESOURCES FOR EARLY YEARS LEARNERS
VTech
KidiZoom
LeapFrog LeapPad
Ultra

2. DIGITAL CAMERAS
Canon PowerShot A2500 16MP 5X Digital
Camera
Cameras currently being used in the schools by students one per
each section, priced at Rs 9300/-

3. DIFFICULTY IN USING THE CAMERA
• This is not designed keeping young users in mind
• It does not have proper holding space for children
• Is not sturdy enough to handle accidental fall or shock
• Has no interactive features
• E safety issues can arise

4. SUGGESTED ALTERNATIVE
VTech KidiZoom
Currently featuring at top ten list of cameras for kids at amazon.com and
toptenreviews.com. Currently prized at $ 31.04 - $ 32.66
http://www.amazon.com/VTech-80-140700-Kidizoom-Camera-
Connect/dp/B00CMNX7VW/ref=zg_bs_166166011_4

5. FEATURES
• Has side big holding bars to hold the camera
• Kids' camera features a real 1.3 megapixel camera with 4x
digital zoom
• 1.8" color screen and easy-to-use viewfinder
• Take photos and edit with fun, silly effects
• Also records video and voice
• Features 5 voice-changing effects
http://store.hermanstreet.com/deals/vtech-kidizoom-camera/?&ICID=pin-Vtech%20Kidizoom%202013-
10-22dcfc&ofm

6. COMPARISON WITH OTHER SIMILAR CAMERAS IN
THE MARKET

7. ADVANTAGES
To Students To Teachers To institution
More comfort in holding
and using the camera
Better workability and
less supervision to use
the resource
Less e safety issues as
tri pods will not be
required
Interactive features to
make the photographs or
video more interesting
Less support
Little direction required
to hold the cameras
More use of cameras
during teaching
Less time taking then to
set up tripods
Less e-safety issues with
It comes with 90 days
warranty
Is under RS 10,000 so
can be bought from
school budget
It does not require
tripods
Is sturdy and will require
less replacement

8. N- COMPUTING DESKTOPS
Currently using Viper conventional computers with N-
computing

9. DIFFICULTY IN USING THE DESKTOP
• N-computing creates difficulty in opening links
• Mouse is sometimes to big and had to manure for young
children
• Children are not accustomed to desktops
• Can not be moved
• Has too many wires creates e-safety issues
• Children are restricted in one position
• Takes up too much space in the classroom

10. SUGGESTED ALTERNATIVE
LeapFrog LeapPad Ultra - Green
Custom built for young children aged 4-9, priced at $ 149/-

11. FEATURES
• kid-tough with a 7" hi-res screen and Wi-Fi with kid-safe
Web.
• Kid-safe out of the box, offers extra parental settings to
easily control exactly what experiences a child can
access.
• works with LeapFrog's library of 500+ apps, games,
eBooks, videos, music and more.
• includes 11 apps (onboard and downloadable): Photo Fun
Ultra, Art Studio Ultra, Pet Pad Party, Utility Suite, Pet
Chat and more.
• Features built-in rechargeable lithium ion battery, Wi-Fi,
peer-to-peer play, front-and-back cameras, MP3 player
and more. Ages 4 - 9 years.
 http://leapfrogstore.co.uk/store/cart.php?m=product_detail&p=589

12. ADVANTAGES
To students To Teachers To School
More freedom of
space
Connected to their
own experience
More control and
maneuverability
No need to upload
photos or videos (hard
for children need
teachers assistance)
More movability to
plan in learning areas
Less space constraint
Independent
processing
Multipurpose usage
Less supervision as
less glitches while
using desktops and
wiring
No additional EMT
(power supply)
required
No extra construction
Can be used during
power failures
More pace in the
classroom
Less electricity bills

13. ACTION PLAN
Resource Actions taken People
responsibl
e
Time Success criteria Requirement
LeapFrog
LeapPad
Ultra
Training teachers to
use touch pads
Exploring build in
apps and exploring
other compatible
applications
Setting up relevant
features for e-safety
Running required
software
IT
coordinator
Curriculum
coordinator
IT engineer
Teachers
Dec’
2014
Learners using
touchpads in
different learning
areas
Effective
integration in
lessons
Using both built in
apps and open
ended software
6 per class
VTech
KidiZoom
More use of cameras
by the learners
Using its inbuilt
features
School
Coordinator
Teachers
Aug’
2014
More independent
use of cameras by
learners
1 per class