Though 2023 is entering its final months, there are still one to two terms left for schools, depending on which term schedules they use. As Educators and Learners prepare for the year’s final terms and plan for 2024, Acer for Education and our range of education-related products and events will help them reach their goals and achieve success.
“Acer is very committed to education,” says Country Manager, Glenn du Toit. “When the company started in Taiwan in the early eighties, it understood that Taiwan’s prosperity depended on educating the country’s people, so Acer helped make that a reality. This appreciation for education has been in our DNA ever since, and we focus on bringing those advantages to every region where Acer is. Acer has the same mission here in South Africa, and we have a lot to offer.”
Numerous of Acer’s products and initiatives reflect this dedication, many under Acer for Education, which lives by the slogan, ‘Inspire Daily. Learn Always.’ How does Acer live up to this promise? We make it a reality through our devices, education focus, and culture.
“There is a simple rule at Acer: we will not sell a device to a school that it doesn’t need. We’ll rather walk away, because there is too much box-dropping at educational institutions yet few results. Technology has to fit the purpose. We also support Educators and administrators with access to resources such as our programs for teachers, our involvement with professional enablement groups such as SchoolScape, and giving practical guidance directly and through our partners. Technology is the last step—helping people understand their needs and solve their problems are always first.”
Opportunities for Education
As Educators and Learners prepare for the last terms of 2023 and the first terms of 2024, they can look at the year’s experiences so far. What were their surprise problems and big successes? How can technology help enhance their efforts?
What are their options? Here are some examples of how Acer helps them get the most out of their education effort:
Acer for Education hub: South Africa’s Acer for Education hub is packed with information and communities aimed at Educators and Learners, covering both K12 and higher education.
Education-appropriate PCs: Acer offers education-appropriate devices that are rugged and versatile. Our Windows and Chromebook devices withstand the treatment of learner lifestyles, and simplify management and security for administrators.
Teacher resources: Educators can learn more about technology for free on the Acer for Education hub, including on-demand webinars covering various technology topics.
Monitors & Projectors: Give new life to show & tell with displays suited to the classroom through Acer’s price-beating and long-life monitors and projectors.
Higher Education: Enhance your college or university with Acer solutions that include faculty IT administration, high-concept learning spaces, laboratory tech, and digital enhancements for libraries.
Esports: Electronic Sports (Esports) combine video games with competitive sports and help Learners learn valuable skills for the digital workplace—Acer supports esports at schools, helping them organise teams and leagues.
Channel partners: Acer partners with numerous top local technology and education service providers to deliver the best solutions that help Educators teach and Learners succeed.
The Acer for Education Difference
Acer’s problem-solving culture brings evolving technologies to schools and institutes to foster meaningful, inclusive and inspirational educational experiences. Whether for the above options or other education challenges or opportunities, Acer and our partners can provide a range of solutions suited to different budgets.
We work with education institutions to develop their technology strategies—even if they decide to buy from a different brand. That is the Acer for Education difference: we don’t only sell technology; we help our clients solve problems with technology.
It’s a promise you can bank on with Acer. To learn more, visit the local Acer for Education website, join our Teacher Community, follow the Acer for Education blog and newsletter, and browse the online local Acer Shop (www.shopacer.co.za) to explore options.
The year is almost done. Wisened by the lessons of 2023 and preparing for the next few terms, think about how technology can make your education journey better. Then, experience how Acer and our channel partners can help you achieve more on your terms and budget.
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