TECHNOLOGY MINI-GRANT PROPOSAL

Name of Applicant ____Amy Bailey_______________________________________________

Administrators Name ___Gary Howell__________________________________________________
District/School ___Wilcox County Elementary School_____________________________________
District/School Address 104 Gordon Street Rochelle, Ga 31079_____________________________
Applicants E-mail _baileya@wilcox.k12.ga.us__________________________________
Date __April 17, 2015_________ Total Cost of Project: ___$349.00_________

(up to $500.00)

Title of Project: _HoverCam Solo 8 for PreKindergarten___________________________________

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I.

Why is this project important (describe the need)?

The need for the use of Technology within the classroom is growing on a daily basis. Wilcox
County PreK currently uses the SmartBoard daily allowing students to view videos, play
interactive games and more. Grades 1-5 at Wilcox County use document cameras or
Ladybugs in their classroom to project worksheets, books, and more onto their SmartBoard.
The Pre-K program strives to increase the use of Technology within their classroom, but due
to the limited amount of Technology Resources, the teachers are not able to use technology
tools as much as they would like. The HoverCam Solo 8 includes software for scanning,
taking snapshots, and recording full-motion HD video directly to the computer using a USB
cable.
The HoverCam Solo 8 helps teachers visually communicate concepts in ways that allow
students to better comprehend more quickly. HoverCam Solo 8 saves teachers time allowing
them to scan at their desk without going to the office. It allows them to quickly record
flipped classroom videos directly to the computer, saving time compared to recording with a
smartphone or video camera then downloading to a computer to edit.
(https://www.thehovercam.com/solo8)
With the HoverCam Solo 8, Pre-K teachers will be able to magnify books being read to
introduce new and more complex vocabulary. Students will also be able to recognize and
read environmental print that will increase their learning skills and vocabulary skills.

II.

What would you like to accomplish (describe the unit or lesson and list instructional
objectives)?

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Students in Pre-K will benefit from the HoverCam Solo 8 in many ways, including;
Students will use the HoverCam Solo 8 to view books, worksheets, pictures, and
videos on concepts being taught by teacher.
In alignment with the Pre-K Georgia Early Learning and Development Standards,
Students will be able to explore the uses of technology and understand its role in
the environment. (CD-SS4.4d)
When reading a book, students will be able to see the pages easier and therefore
be able to comprehend the story or concept easier.
The students will become more involved and participate in the group life of the
class. (APL5.4a)
Students will learn new and expanded vocabulary. (CLL4.4d)
Students will be able to recognize and read environmental print. (CLL8.4d)
III.

How will you complete the work?

A. Describe how the instructional objectives will be met.
Increase understanding and use of more complex vocabulary.
Students will participate in the group life of the class as well as show understanding
of complex vocabulary by answering critical thinking questions about a book that
has been read.
Students will show understanding of the concept of vocabulary being taught by
participating in group class discussions.
B. Describe the time involved (project length including amount of time each day/week).
Length of Project: On-going throughout the academic year
Days per week required: 4 days per week
Hours per day required: 45 minutes each day
C. Describe the people involved (grade level/subject & # of students, teachers and/or staff).
Grade Level/Subject Area: Pre-Kindergarten and all subject areas. Pre-K classrooms are
self-contained so each subject area will be addressed according to the book and
vocabulary being introduced at the time.
Number of Students involved: There are 22 students in each Pre-K classroom with a total
of 66 students.
Number of teachers and/or staff involved: There are a total of 3 Pre-K teachers who could
benefit from the HoverCam Solo 8 to introduce new books and complex vocabulary.
D. Describe the materials needed for the project.
Computer
HoverCam Solo 8
Books containing complex vocabulary

IV. What is the timeline for assessing accomplishments and objectives (describe program evaluation
procedure)? Students will be assessed during Period 1(August-December) and Period 2 (JanuaryMay) Students will be assessed on demonstrating understanding of more complex vocabulary

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through every day conversations as well as using new and expanded vocabulary in a variety of
situations.
V. How will the students be assessed (Include how student progress will be assessed and reported to
students, parents, teachers, and others)?
Teachers will collect documentation on each student according to the guidelines set forth by the
Bright from the Start Pre-K Program. Teachers will collect documentation in a variety of ways,
including Anecdotal Notes, Pictures, Work Samples, and Matrices. The teachers will enter all
documentation into the Work Sampling Online program required by Bright from the Start. Teachers will
use this documentation to score the students on each concept taught by completing a checklist which
indicates if the student has or has not mastered the concept.
VI. What is the proposed budget? Include information on the following:
A. Materials/supplies
Computer and SmartBoard (already purchased with Box Tops funds)
Various books containing new complex vocabulary
B. Equipment
HoverCam Solo 8-http://www.thehovercam.com/store/hovercam-documentcameras/hovercam-solo-8-detail
C. Total Cost of Proposed Project
$349.00 for 1 HoverCam Solo 8
TECHNOLOGY MINI-GRANT
EVALUATION FORM/Scoring Rubric
Total Points: __________
1.

Impacts a variety of skill levels and/or learning styles or impacts an important target population.
Possible number of points: 40 __________

2. Clearly identifies standards and learning objectives being addressed.

Possible number of points: 40 __________
3. Pedagogically sound, based on research and/or best practices.
Possible number of points: 40 __________
4. Clear plan for assessment of project and goals with examples of implementation methods.
Possible number of points: 40 __________
5. Impacts large number of students and/or can be recycled/reused.

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Possible number of points: 40 __________

General Comments:

Adapted from: The Education Foundation of Oconee County, Inc.

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