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One of the big problems with "traditional"  projector configurations is the limitations placed on a presenter (the person trying to show something).  Usually that person is limited by cords and things to how far away from a projector they can go.  In other words, that person is like the man above, with very little movement, like they were attached to a ball and chain.

I would like to free teachers (and students) from those cords.  This time with new technology to the rescue! I have two new Chromecast devices, and I'm willing to give one each out to a teacher's class that can tell me (in one page at most) why they should be my choice to try it.  Kind of a friendly competition, with two winner's getting these devices for their projectors.  Anyone can enter this competition, groups or classes are encouraged as well.  

Hint: You might want to look up Chromcast to get some ideas.  I'm looking for your suggestions, and I will pick two different winners (not from the same teacher's room, as that would not be much of a test).  The deadline for submissions will be Monday, September 11th.  Submissions can be emailed to me.  mlambert@hpes.org.

Good luck to all!

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