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UbermixThe Dark Horse of 1:1
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What is Ubermix?
● Open- Source● Linux-based operating system● Built with education in mind● Works on any 512mb PC● Jim Klein● Frequent improvements
What You'll Learn
● Ease of deployment● Why Ubermix is the best choice for budget
conscious districts.● Why it's an open 1:1
What we want out of a 1:1
● Cheap!● Easily managed● Ease of deployment● Easy for teachers and students to use● Expand the opportunities for our students
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What is it?
Ubuntu DistroPrecise Pangolin 12.04
Why Linux?
● Light and fast● Free and Open Source● Easy Customization● No Malware/Spyware● Can distribute same OS to home computers
Another Platform?
● iOS● Windows● Android ● and
Ubuntu....????
OS Agnostic
Cost
$250-$350 for 10.1 screenReplacable 6cell batteryFlash drives -$10
Recent purchase ASUS EeePC $272
Deployment
● Customize Ubermix● Make bootable USB key● 5 minute install -once a year
Install
● Download latest Ubermix file● load onto USB key● Plug into PC● Press F12● Select 1 - Install Ubermix
Few Model Specific Fixes
Customize
● Select -- Expert Options● Home Page● Bookmarks● WiFi● Add/Delete Apps ● Printers
Update Ubermix USB key
Crashes and Problems
3rd year -7 screens, 3 keyboards
Cost: screen $50Keyboard $25
Install: Student-run Geek Squad
Proprietary Open Source
Microsoft OfficeAdobe PhotoshopiTunesiPhotoAdobe InDesigniMoviePhotoBooth
Libre OfficeGIMP BansheeShotwellScribus Open ShotCheese Webcam
Full Chrome App Access
Even more.
Even more.
● Google SketchUp● MinecraftEDU....
Want Windows Programs?
● Wine
Yeah but iPads have Apps
Locked down -request IT to add apps
Teach your students.
Trust
Worried things may get out of hand?
● 30-second recovery reboot.● iTalc -monitor your students.
Quick Recovery
Buggy?
Why is it Open?
● Open Source● Benevolent hacking● Terminal access● Downloading
Education
Live Demo
Check out the Apps -Ask the participants
Just 1:1?
Student-run Geek Squad built an Ubermix Computer lab
Computer Waste?
Don't toss it.ReUse it.
Need:512mb RamMonitor and accessories
In the end, the individual teacher determines the success of a 1:1 program.
Dan Townsend
Director of Technology and Media ServicesTwitter: @dtownsend20
Website: tech.godfrey-lee.orgEmail: [email protected]
Godfrey-Lee Demographics● 1,820 students● 81% qualify for free and
reduced lunch● Racial breakdown
○ 76% Hispanic○ 11% White○ 9% African American○ 3% Multi-Racial○ >1% Native American○ >1% Asian
Device Breakdown
Questions? I Can Help.
Chris ScottHusband and Father of 3 boys
7th & 8th History and Technology TeacherPresident Santa Barbara CUE
Google Certified TeacherCK-12 Champion
@cscottsycscottsy.com
