McGraw-Hill Higher Education and eInstruction Corporation Announce the Next Generation of Classroom Learning Solutions

McGraw-Hill Higher Education, a leading provider of electronic and print learning materials, and eInstruction, the global leader in response systems, have once again joined forces -- this time, to offer the next generation of student response devices to the college classroom. The new RF Gen2 response units will be available for use in the fall term.

The devices enable students to provide immediate feedback to classroom questions using a touch pad. Responses can be tabulated anonymously and can be helpful in facilitating learning. The new Gen2 student response device includes the following features:

    * a larger display screen that displays student answers
    * the ability to confirm the receipt of an answer
    * a security function that "masks" each student's response entry
    * the unit's signal strength

The Gen2 base station and all Gen2 response units are simple to upgrade, allowing institutions to efficiently enhance their classroom technology infrastructure and avoid costly replacements of classroom hardware. In addition, the Gen2 units are compatible with all previous eInstruction higher education RF systems.

In response to user feedback from instructors and students that McGraw-Hill Higher Education provides to eInstruction, software features have been added to the Gen2 system from its award-winning Classroom Performance System (CPS). These features include a PowerPoint Plug-in, an improved data-sorting capability, a comprehensive grade book complement, web-based access to all McGraw-Hill CPS content, and other powerful classroom learning functions.

"The use of personal response system technologies has literally begun to transform our institution," said Zachary Goodell, associate director, Center for Teaching Excellence, Virginia Commonwealth University. "Of these technologies, the Classroom Performance System by eInstruction has proven to be the best for us because of the low learning curve associated with the software and hardware, the versatility of the technology, as well as the exceptional customer service and technical support that they provide."

"McGraw-Hill continues to work closely with eInstruction to enhance this technology and create content for it," said Ed Stanford, president of McGraw-Hill Higher Education. "We are delighted to work with eInstruction to help pioneer this innovative tool that is having a powerful impact in classrooms across the country. We are committed to supporting new technology that improves the teaching and learning experience."

"Our new Gen2 pad has been standardized so it can move with the student if he or she transfers to another school. Furthermore, the device is economical, since we offer a flexible pricing plan, giving students the ability to pay per usage with a cap. All in all, it's an ideal learning solution," added Dr. Darrell Ward, CEO of eInstruction. "Furthermore, our alliance with McGraw-Hill Higher Education provides unmatched service and support to our customers, which further enhances the value proposition for an institution."

About McGraw-Hill Higher Education

McGraw-Hill Higher Education is a unit of McGraw-Hill Education, a leading global provider of instructional, assessment and reference solutions that empower the success of professionals and students of all ages. It is a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies, a leading global information services provider meeting worldwide needs in the financial services, education and business information markets through leading brands such as Standard & Poor's, McGraw-Hill Education, BusinessWeek and J.D. Power and Associates. The Corporation, founded in 1888, has more than 290 offices in 38 countries. Sales in 2005 were $6.0 billion. Additional information is available at http://www.mheducation.com/.

About eInstruction

Headquartered in Denton, Texas, eInstruction Corporation is a leader in the educational technology industry. With the introduction of the Classroom Performance System in 2000, eInstruction is now the unquestioned educational leader in real-time, interactive wireless response pad technology with over 1,800,000 response pads now being used in all 50 states in thousands of K-12 schools, as well as over 600 universities and 10 foreign countries. eInstruction was founded in 1981 by Dr. Darrell L. Ward, a long-time researcher and teacher. He recognized a significant need in educational institutions for innovative technology-based products. Many years of consistent cutting-edge research and development have earned eInstruction a reputation of excellence in the education market. eInstruction Corporation is committed to providing innovative products that enhance the learning process in corporations and educational institutions through the use of computer-based technology, software and the Internet.

SOURCE: McGraw-Hill Higher Education

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McGraw-Hill Education
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