Category Archives: Hardware&Software

2013: Laptops to schools in May

Posted on July 29, 2013 by theseeproject

A number of teachers from the workshops last year in Fiji have kept in touch. They told us about what they had achieved with limited resources. They also had a vision in terms of what they would do if they … Continue reading →

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2013: Installing Edubuntu

Posted on May 31, 2013 by theseeproject

Installing Edubuntu 12.04.2 LTS is a straight forward process. It also seems to install all the necessary drivers etc. The most relevant package(s) can also be installed e.g. pre-school, primary, secondary and tertiary. So this disk image is very useful. … Continue reading →

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2013: Hello Edubuntu

Posted on January 10, 2013 by theseeproject

This year we have three key objectives. Firstly to continue our laptop/desktop program. Secondly the Sabeto project that is supported by QUT’s Engagment Innovation Grant will be implemented. Thirdly refine and develop strategies to support teachers with their ICT strategies. … Continue reading →

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2013: Getting started with Edubuntu

Posted on January 2, 2013 by theseeproject

Getting used to the Edubuntu operating system takes time, effort and perseverance. But it is worth. Their website (http://edubuntu.org/download) provides the following advice: Download Full Installation Media The Edubuntu development team recommends the use of the Long Term Support releases … Continue reading →

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2011: Getting ready for Fiji – the LEGO robotic kits

Posted on September 1, 2011 by theseeproject

We were most grateful to our good friend Eugene in Hong Kong who was very generous with his donation of a class set of robotic kits for our project.  He was able to do this  through his company which distributes … Continue reading →

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2011: Getting ready for Fiji – the laptops

Posted on August 31, 2011 by theseeproject

The laptops were our next priority. We opted for laptops because they do not need a permanent room in a school. They are also lighter – therefore transportation costs are lower. Our strategy here was to secure a class set … Continue reading →

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