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Critical LinksSchool 2.0 PortfolioDelivering an enriching educational experience
Abdul KasimVP, Global Marketing & Business Developmentkasim@critical-links.com
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‣ An Introduction to Critical Links
‣ Critical Links’ School 2.0 Portfolio
‣ School 2.0 Portfolio Value Proposition
‣ Summary
CONTENTS
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THE CRITICAL LINKS EDUCATION APPLIANCE
‣ First fully Integrated IP platforms for Schools that combine essential Learning, Networking & Administration functions in single platform
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CRITICAL LINKS - A SNAPSHOT
OUR MISSION
“Developing Innovativeand Cost-Saving Integrated Communication andIT Solutions”
COMPANY‣ Privately held company ; part of Critical
Group of Companies
OFFICES‣ HQ: Fairfield, New Jersey, USA‣ R & D Center: Coimbra, Portugal‣ Sales Offices Worldwide; Indirect Sales –
Direct Touch
TEAM‣ 50+ R & D; 30+ Sales Consultants,‣ 400+ Software Engineers
TARGET MARKETS‣ SMBs (Small & Medium Businesses 10 – 300) ‣ Schools
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PARTNERS / CLIENTS
In-HouseState-of-the-ArtCapabilities
‣ Spin-off from Software outsourcing company, Critical Software
‣ Developing Mission Critical Applications for Space, Aircraft, Telecom, Government,…
‣ Over 400+ Software Engineers; Available at Short-Notice, Near-Shoring
Wide Varietyof Competencies& Capabilities
‣ Extensive Software Development & Customization
‣ National, Multi-National Scope and Scale
‣ State-of-the-Art
‣ Economics Comparable to China & India
‣ Worldwide Recognition: Numerous Awards from Around Globe
CRITICAL LINKS - CAPABILITIES
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CAPABILITIES SHOWCASE
Schengen Information System (SIS) to Enable Extension of Union
Real time OS & ComplexOn-board Applications for Inter-Planetary Robotic Vehicle
Instructor Operation System for Cockpit Procedural Training. A109 Helicopter
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STRATEGIC COLLABORATION WITH INTEL
STRATEGIC COLLABORATION FOR EDUCATION
‣ Intel Learning Series Alliance
‣ Sole Platform for Client Management, Asset
‣ Management, Theft Deterrence etc for Intel powered Classmate PC (CMPC)
‣ Joint market offer with Intel-based CMPC solution
SEVERAL PARTNERSHIPS AND INITIATIVES
‣ Featured Case Study – Success Story with Intel
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PIONEERING SCHOOL 2.0
‣ First industry solution addressing1:1 e-learning infrastructure
‣ Enabled largest school modernizationprogram worldwide
‣ Critical Links education Alliance
‣ Partnering with leaders in education
‣ Delivering a School-in-a-Box
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EVOLUTION TO 1:1 E-LEARNING
‣ 1:1 e-Learning is the most effective way to develop 21st Century skills
Lear
nin
g V
alu
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Broad, fast coverage(WiFi, WiMAX)
Student-centeredlearning
Complete digitalcurriculum integration
Laptops (1:1)with TPP, and SPP
Most people,thorough instruction
Computers-on-wheelsor shared desktops(~ 5:1) with TPP
Wireless in classroom
More people,deeper instruction
Project-based learning
Some digital curriculum integration
Technology Access
Connectivity
Professional Development
Improved Learning Methods
Digital Curriculum
Group collaboration
Focus onlearning PCs
1:1E-LEARNING
Lab instructor only
Wired, lab only
Minimal
Dialup
~25:1 (students,and teachers)
BASIC IT
CLASSROOME-LEARNING
PC LABS
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ENABLING ESSENTIAL 21ST CENTURY SKILLS
✓Technology and media literacy
✓Effective communication
✓Critical and systems thinking
✓Problem solving
✓Collaboration
✓Self-direction
✓Global awareness
✓Civic literacy
1:1
E-LEARNING
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1:1 E-LEARNING ARCHITECTURE W/ EA
CLASSROOM #N WIRELESS ZONE
INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD TEACHER COMPUTER STUDENTS NETBOOKS
INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD TEACHER COMPUTER STUDENTS NETBOOKS
CLASSROOM #2 WIRELESS ZONE
CLASSROOM #1 WIRELESS ZONE
PROJECTOR
INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD TEACHER COMPUTER STUDENTS NETBOOKS
SHARED PRINTER
INTERNET ETHERNET
HOME USEDSL MODEM
K-12EDUCATIONPORTALSDSL MODEM
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1:1 E-LEARNING ARCHITECTURE W/ EA
BUSINESSREQUIREMENTS
FUNCTIONALCAPABILITIES
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
KEY HIGH-LEVEL INFRASTRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS
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1:1 E-LEARNING ARCHITECTURE W/ EA
‣ Education Appliances at classroom (optional) and/or School.
‣ All required infrastructure functionality integrated ina single appliance
MONITORING & SUPERVISIION
1:1 LEARNING ANYWHERE
STUDENT ADMINISTRATION
IT MANAGEMENTSTUDENT COLLABORATION
COMMUNICATIONS
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CRITICAL LINKS SCHOOL 2.0 PORTFOLIO
‣ Supports from 60 – 1000 students
‣ Supports same feature functionality
‣ Wide array of interfaces and redundancy options
First fully Integrated IP platforms for Schools that combine essential Learning, Networking & Administration functions in single platform
** Available soon
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EDUCATION APPLIANCE FUNCTIONALITY
NETWORKING
GUI Configuration
Internet Access
Security
Shared Storage
Network Printers
Reports, Statistics
Email, WEB
ADMNISTRATION
WiFi Access
Theft Control
Backup & Recovery
Asset Management
Student Information System
Single Sign-on
Client Management
LEARNING
Learning Management System
WIKI, Blogs, Forums, Chats
Electronic Boards
Conferencing System
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LEARNING
KEY FEATURES
‣ Learning or Course Management System (LMS)Schedule and Course Management; Broad Virtual Learning environment including:
‣ Learning Activity Management System (LAMS)Manage and Deliver online collaborative learning activities; highly intuitive authoring environment for content development and collaboration
‣ WikiWiki and blogs allowing the joint creation and sharing of documents and presentations
‣ School Conferencing SystemSynchronized live presentations, web pages; Share locally or via internet
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NETWORKING
KEY FEATURES
‣ ConnectivityWireless connectivity (802.11a/d); Ethernet 100Mbps
‣ Internet Access and Proxy ServicesInternet Access and Proxy Server
‣ RoutingStatic IP Routing, DHCP Server and DNS Server
‣ Quality of ServicePriority and Allocation of Bandwidth; Web caching
‣ Unified CommunicationsVoice Telephony/IP-PBX; Email server, video, website, blogs, Instant Messaging
‣ Print ServerUSB attached printer; Can be shared amongst students
‣ Shared StorageLocal storage capacity; Create & manage personal and shared folders; security and allocation
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ADMINISTRATION
KEY FEATURES
‣ Client managementConfigure, view, update and delete OS image, user data, network profiles; via console
‣ AuthenticationAuthentication system for teachers, students and ‘guest’ users
‣ System BackupAutomatic and/or manual system backup
‣ Single Sign-OnGreatly simplified access and manageability of complete functionality
‣ SecurityFull Security and Firewall
‣ Asset Management SystemProvides system info (versions, releases, configurations) on student and other devices
‣ Student Information SystemDocuments student-specific information: demographic, class scheduling, attendance, transcripts, etc.
‣ Unified GUI managementSimple and easy-to-use interface to manage all features remotely; Multilanguage
‣ Full reporting systemMonitor usage of internet, storage, printers, etc.; Periodical reports and assessment
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THE CRITICAL LINKS EA™ VALUE PROPOSITION
‣ Only solution that provides vital Learning & Networking infrastructure to support 1:1 e-learning
‣ Collaboration and Content Creation tools enable continuous learning
‣ Streamlines student/learning, teacher and administrator activities
‣ Simplified interface and integration of features minimizes need for sophisticated IT support to operate, leverage and manage the eA.
‣ Eliminates need for several stand-alone products; Reduced power, space and carbon footprint
‣ Shared hardware resources & optimized hardware components
‣ Simplified GUI operation reduces operational overhead
‣ Can support from 60 to over 1000 student laptops (CMPCs), whether single classroom, multiple classrooms or entire school
‣ Can scale further, without any impact on functionality
‣ Can support 3rd party commercial applications as well as any user specific customization
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1:1 E-LEARNING: SAMPLE SCENARIO
‣ Classroomscenario
EDUCATION APPLIANCE
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1:1 E-LEARNING: SAMPLE SCENARIO
HOME BASEDEDUCATION
‣ Remote Learning Solution over Internet
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1:1 E-LEARNING: SAMPLE SCENARIO
School-wide education appliance
‣ Voice Telephony
‣ Internet Access
‣ School/MoE PolicyVPN
‣ Firewall/Security
‣ Routing/QoS
‣ Email/Web server
‣ Webcaching
‣ School records/statistics
‣ (...)
CLASSROOM N WIRELESS ZONE
WIFI ACCESS POINT TEACHER COMPUTER STUDENTS NETBOOKS
Classroom education appliance (Optional)
‣ LMS
‣ Shared Storage
‣ Print Server
‣ Internet Black lists
‣ (...)
WIFI ACCESS POINT
TEACHER COMPUTER STUDENTS NETBOOKS
CLASSROOM 1 WIRELESS ZONE
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CRITICAL LINKS SUPPORT INFRASTRUCTURE
Comprehensive program to support Partners, Service Providers, and End users to leverage the power of the Education Appliance.
‣ Training & Certification
‣ Design/Planning
‣ Installation
‣ Tiered Support Programs encompassing:
• 7 x 24 Help Desk
• RMAs
• On-site support
• Part replacementEnhancementsAutomatic Software Updates
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CRITICAL LINKS 2.0 PORTFOLIO SUMMARIZED
INDUSTRY LEADING SOLUTION
‣ Industry Leading Solution
‣ First solution combining vital learning and underlying networking functionality. Can Scale from 60 upwards
FIELD TESTED, LOW TECHNOLOGY & EXECUTION RISK
‣ Field Tested, Low Technology & Execution Risk
‣ Deployed country-wide. Trials in Latin America, Africa, and Europe underway
WORLD-CLASS PARTNERSHIPS FOR COMPLETE SOLUTION
‣ Intel Learning Series Alliance, Critical Links education Alliance to deliver a comprehensive solution
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Web
education.critical-links.comInfo at
education@critical-links.com
India OfficeCritical Links.116b Mandakini EnclaveNew Delhi 110019, India
UK Office
Critical Links
Science Park, Southampton, UK
Sales-emea@critical-links.com
Italy Office
Critical Links
Castelfiorentino, Italy
Sales-emea@critical-links.com
R&D CenterCritical Links, S.A.Parque Industrial de Taveiro, Lt 483045-504 Coimbra, Portugal