Difference between revisions of "Classroom Technology Toolkit"

Latest revision as of 23:24, 28 January 2025

Background

Welcome to our resource page, dedicated to empowering teachers and schools with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize existing technology devices in the classroom. Our aim is to enhance the teaching and learning experience by making the most of tools such as computers, projectors, speakers, and more.

In today's digital age, integrating technology into education is crucial for creating engaging and interactive learning environments. Our resources provide practical guidance, step-by-step tutorials, and creative ideas to help you seamlessly incorporate these devices into your teaching practices. Whether you're looking to enhance presentations with a projector, improve audio quality with speakers, or make the most of your classroom computer, we have the support you need.

Different cables and ports used to connect devices

VGA cables: VGA cable used to connect the display visual from the CPU/Laptop to the monitor or projector.

VGA cable	VGA port

HDMI cable: This is the modern most common mode of connecting additional monitor to the laptop/computer. This cable will support the audio output to the device connected.

HDMI cable	HDMI port

Aux cable: is used to connect speakers and microphones.

Aux cable	Aux port

Power cable: is used to supply power to devices like the monitor, CPU, printer, and scanner.

Power cable	Power port

HDMI to VGA connector: is used to connect the Laptop and Projector. This can be used When your Laptop has only HDMI port and Projector has only VGA port to connect.

HDMI To VGA connector

LAN cable

LAN cable is used to get Internet access from the router, Switch, Hub. LAN can also be used to connect system internally for Local access in which one system can be made as server and from that server the data can be accessed and sent.


LAN cable	LAN port

Type-C, USB cables

We have different combination of Cables as below:

Type-C to USB : This cable can be used to transfer the data and also used to charge the devices
Type-C to Type-C : This cable can be used to transfer the data and also used to charge the devices, connect the devices for some Output or Input.
USB to USB : This cable can be used to transfer the data and used to connect the devices for some Output or Input.


Type-C to USB cable	Type-C to Type-C cable	USB to USB cable


USB Ports	Type-C Port

Different scenario of hardware availability at school

Connecting laptop/desktop to the projector or a smart TV

This section explains how to connect a laptop or desktop display to an external monitor, projector, or smart TV. If you need to show material (Image, Text, Video, Presentation ) to a large classroom, the video below will guide you through the process.


English version

Connecting a speaker to a laptop or smartphone through AUX in

This section explains how to connect a speaker using an Aux cable. The video below will help you connect the speaker for a large classroom, making it easier for students to listen to a story.


English version

Connecting a Bluetooth speaker to the devices

This section explains how to connect a speaker using Bluetooth. The video below will help you connect the speaker for a large classroom, making it easier for students to listen to a story.

To computer


English version

To smartphone


English version

Screen casting mobile phone to smart TV

This section will help you cast your phone display to a smart TV. If you need to show a story or material (image, text, video, presentation) to a large classroom, the video below will guide you through the process.


English version

Assembling computer

This section explains how to connect parts of a computer. If you need to set up a computer lab at your school, the video below will guide you through the process. We also cover a few basic troubleshooting methods.


English version

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+==Background==
+Welcome to our resource page, dedicated to empowering teachers and schools with the knowledge and skills to effectively utilize existing technology devices in the classroom. Our aim is to enhance the teaching and learning experience by making the most of tools such as computers, projectors, speakers, and more.
-=='''Background'''==
+In today's digital age, integrating technology into education is crucial for creating engaging and interactive learning environments. Our resources provide practical guidance, step-by-step tutorials, and creative ideas to help you seamlessly incorporate these devices into your teaching practices. Whether you're looking to enhance presentations with a projector, improve audio quality with speakers, or make the most of your classroom computer, we have the support you need.
-This page is created to Help the School or the teacher to use the ICT Hardware available at the school. We have categorized the hardware with the suitable connection process to engage the student effectively using the ICT Device.
-= Different Cables Used to Connect devices =
+== Different cables and ports used to connect devices ==
+'''VGA cables:''' VGA cable used to connect the display visual from the CPU/Laptop to the monitor or projector.
+{| class="wikitable"
+![[File:VGA_cable.JPG|350px]]<br> VGA cable
+![[File:VGA_port.jpg|350px]]<br> VGA port
+|}
+'''HDMI cable:''' This is the modern most common mode of connecting additional monitor to the laptop/computer. This cable will support the audio output to the device connected.
+{| class="wikitable"
+![[File:HDMI_cable.JPG|350px]]<br> HDMI cable
+![[File:HDMI_port.Jpg|350px]]<br> HDMI port
+|}
+'''Aux cable:''' is used to connect speakers and microphones.
+{| class="wikitable"
+![[File:Aux_cable.JPG|250x250px|alt=]] <br> Aux cable
+![[File:Aux_port.png|350px]]<br> Aux port
+|}
+'''Power cable:''' is used to supply power to devices like the monitor, CPU, printer, and scanner.
+{| class="wikitable"
+![[File:Power_cable.JPG|250x250px|alt=Power cable]] <br>Power cable
+![[File:Power_Port.jpg|250x250px|alt=]]<br> Power port
+|}
+''' HDMI  to VGA connector:''' is used to connect the Laptop and Projector. This can be used When your Laptop has only HDMI port and Projector has only VGA port to connect.
+{| class="wikitable"
+! [[File:HDMI_connector.jpg|250x250px|alt=]]<br> HDMI To VGA connector
+|}
-# '''VGA Cable'''
+*''' LAN cable'''
-#* This cable is used to connect the display visual from the CPU to the monitor or projector, which can be connected to the VGA port.
+LAN cable is used to get Internet access from the router, Switch, Hub. LAN can also be used to connect system internally for Local access in which one system can be made as server and from that server the data can be accessed and sent.
-# '''HDMI Cable'''
+{| class="wikitable"
-#* This cable is used to connect the display visual from the CPU to the monitor or projector, which can be connected to the HDMI port. This cable will support the audio output to the device connected
+|+
-# '''Aux Cable'''
+![[File:Lan_cable.jpg|350px]] <br> LAN cable
-#* This cable is used to connect speakers and microphones.
+![[File:LAN_Port.jpg|350px]]<br> LAN port
-# '''Power Cable'''
+|}
-#* This cable is used to supply power to devices like the monitor, CPU, printer, and scanner.
-# '''Type-C Cable'''
-#*This cable is used to connect mobile phones and speakers for charging and data transfer from mobile to system
-= '''Different scenario of hardware availability at school''' =
-== Assembling Computer ==
+*'''Type-C, USB cables'''
-This section is about how do to connect the part of the computer, In case you have  system's in your school and need to setup a computer lab the below video will help you out.
+We have different combination of Cables as below:
+# '''Type-C to USB''' : This cable can be used to transfer the data and also used to charge the devices
+# '''Type-C to Type-C''' : This cable can be used to transfer the data and also used to charge the devices, connect the devices  for some Output or Input.
+# '''USB to USB''' : This cable can be used to transfer the data and used to connect the devices for some Output or Input.
+{| class="wikitable"
+|+
+! [[File:Type_C_to_USB.JPG|300px]]<br> Type-C to USB cable
+! [[File:C_to_C_Cable.jpg|300px]]<br> Type-C to Type-C cable
+! [[File:Câble_USB.jpg|300px]]<br> USB to USB cable
+|}
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+! [[File:USB_port.png|350px]]<br> USB Ports
-| 1 = KAM6efUyOgk
+! [[File:C_port.jpeg|350px]]<br> Type-C Port
-}}<br />
-English version
-!{{Youtube
-| 1 = eIC7inA9rJ0
-}}<br />
-Kannada version
-!{{Youtube
-| 1 = OwTknZlSpXg
-}}<br />
-urdu version
 |}
-== Connecting Laptop/Desktop to the Projector or a Smart TV ==
+==Different scenario of hardware availability at school==
+=== Connecting laptop/desktop to the projector or a smart TV ===
+This section explains how to connect a laptop or desktop display to an external monitor, projector, or smart TV. If you need to show material (Image, Text, Video, Presentation ) to a large classroom, the video below will guide you through the process.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+!{{Youtube|OPKGGpE8jx0|350|420}}<br />
-| 1 = OPKGGpE8jx0
-}}<br />
 English version
-!{{Youtube
-| 1 = Y_H0IVr09hY
-}}<br />
-Kannada version
-!{{Youtube
-| 1 = tYdB2B_0Fv8
-}}<br />
-urdu version
 |}
-==Connecting a Speaker to a Laptop or Smartphone through AUX in==
+===Connecting a speaker to a laptop or smartphone through AUX in===
+This section explains how to connect a speaker using an Aux cable. The video below will help you connect the speaker for a large classroom, making it easier for students to listen to a story.
-==Connecting a Bluetooth Speaker to the devices==
+{| class="wikitable"
-===To Computer===
+|+
+!{{Youtube|OOcHbXIgOZY|350|420}}<br />
-===To Smartphone===
+English version
+|}
-==Screen Casting Mobile Phone to Smart TV==
-==Transferring files and folders from phone to computer and vice versa==
+===Connecting a Bluetooth speaker to the devices===
+This section explains how to connect a speaker using Bluetooth. The video below will help you connect the speaker for a large classroom, making it easier for students to listen to a story.
-==Recording Quality Audio==
+====To computer====
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+!{{Youtube|gshRZG42imM|350|420}}<br />
-| 1 = ztDMxDeglsk
+English version
-}}
 |}
-=Installing Software on Windows=
+====To smartphone====
-==Installing Audacity==
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+!{{Youtube|8RN9kSiWjlw|350|420}}<br />
-| 1 = 37XnVS5u0_4
+English version
-}}
-English Version
 |}
-==Installing Freeplane==
+===Screen casting mobile phone to smart TV===
+This section will help you cast your phone display to a smart TV. If you need to show a story or material (image, text, video, presentation) to a large classroom, the video below will guide you through the process.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+!{{Youtube|z4Yh14nkPbw|350|420}}<br />
-| 1 = MJC6SI2bDMo
-}}
 English version
 |}
-==Installing Kdenlive==
+== Assembling computer ==
+This section explains how to connect parts of a computer. If you need to set up a computer lab at your school, the video below will guide you through the process. We also cover a few basic troubleshooting methods.
 {| class="wikitable"
 |+
-!{{Youtube
+!{{Youtube|KAM6efUyOgk|350|420}}
-| 1 = OmbY_A63ROM
-}}
 English version
 |}
-=FAQ=
-==== Display Has No Visual ====
-# Check the power connection.
-# The cable may be loosely	connected.
-# The VGA port of either the monitor or CPU might have a	problem.
-==== Not Able to Type or Use Mouse ====
-# The keyboard or mouse might have a	hardware issue.
-# The cable may be loosely	connected.
-# The USB port of the CPU might have	a problem; connect it to another USB port and check.
-# You may have chosen a different language setting like Nudi	software.
-==== CPU is Not Turning On ====
-# Check the power connection.
+== [https://karnatakaeducation.org.in/KOER/en/index.php/Buy_your_ICT_device Buy your ICT device] ==
-# t may be a loose hard disk or RAM connectivity; reconnect it (check with a technician)
+== [https://karnatakaeducation.org.in/KOER/en/index.php/Technology_Toolkit_FAQ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)] ==