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MCPS Software Applications |
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some of the most commonly used software applications in
MCPS. This
list is not all-inclusive, if there are other applications
that you use and need assistance please contact your
TRT. |
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Software Applications |
Description |
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Inspiration.com |
Graphic organizer |
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Kidspiration.com |
Graphic organizer |
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InspireData.com
InspireData Lessons |
Manipulative Spreadsheets and
Charts Lesson Plans
that incorporate InspireData |
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Moodle login screen |
Online course management |
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Plato login screen
Plato SOL correlations |
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Online curriculum
for individualized or group instruction including
math, language arts, science, and social studies content and
assessments
- Management system which allows the teacher to track students'
progress and customize lessons
- Can be used as remediation and enrichment based on students'
needs
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Renaissance
login screen |
Online site to access Accelerated
Reader, Star Math, Star Early Literacy, Star Reader |
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SOL to Go |
A game
with SOL questions for levels K-6
The software is located in the Courseware folder (aka "the
pizza game" - Kidzsolutions) |
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MovieMaker |
Video editing program |
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Microsoft
Office Suite: |
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Microsoft Access |
Databases |
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Microsoft Excel |
Spreadsheets |
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Microsoft PowerPoint |
Slideshows/presentation |
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Microsoft Publisher |
Desktop publishing (newsletters,
banners....) |
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Microsoft Word |
Word processing |
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Software Acquisitions Policy &
Procedure |
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*Please contact your TRT before purchasing any software.
TRTs and Technicians can ensure the application is compatible with the school’s computers
and the network.
With the expanding accessibility of technology in our schools and the
availability of a multitude of software, it has become necessary to
develop a policy defining the procedure for the preview and future
selection of appropriate software consistent with the educational
philosophy and goals of the district.
The intention of the Software Acquisition Policy & Procedures is to
assure that:
- Departmentally acquired software is compatible with the
MCPS
infrastructure
- Network/computer infrastructure is capable of handling
any increase in
capacity requirements
- Installation expenses, beyond the purchase price are budgeted
- Future replacement/upgrade expenses are budgeted
- License renewal fees are budgeted for subsequent fiscal years
- Interdepartmental communication should be continuous
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