Options for Presenting in the Classroom
Interactive Flat Panel Framework and User Guide
This Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) Procurement Framework has been put in place to make it easier for schools/ETBs to purchase high quality, fit for purpose IFPs from approved quality providers. The framework was put in place initially for 2 years up to February 2025, but has been extended up to February 2026.
This ‘Interactive Flat Panel Framework User Guide’ has been developed for schools/ETBs and other clients, to assist them is using the framework to purchase IFPs, to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
The Framework User Guide can be downloaded from here:
Any queries that schools have in relation to the framework can be emailed to us at ictadvice@oide.ie
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
We’ll add FAQs/Answers in this section as we receive queries from schools.
Q: If schools use the framework to seek quotes, do they still need to seek other quotes?
A: No, other quotes are not required
Projector Procurement Framework and User Guide
A Projector Procurement Framework was put in place to make it easier for schools/ETBs to purchase high quality, fit for purpose projectors from approved quality providers. A ‘Projector Framework User Guide‘ has been developed for schools/ETBs and other clients, to assist them is using the framework to purchase projectors, to support teaching and learning in the classroom. The framework is in place up to March 2026.
Five type of projectors are included, including Portable/Long Throw, Ultra Short-throw (both interactive and non-interactive), Laser Projectors (long lifespan), and High Lumens (for school halls or larger areas).
The Framework User Guide can be downloaded from here:
Any queries that schools have in relation to the framework can be emailed to us at ictadvice@oide.ie
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
We’ll add FAQs/Answers in this section as we receive queries from schools.
Q: If schools use the framework to seek quotes, do they still need to seek other quotes?
A: No, other quotes are not required
Screen Mirroring / Screen Sharing
Screen mirroring / screen sharing is a means of connecting a teacher or student device screen to a large screen in a classroom, so that the content of the device is displayed on the large screen. For more on this refer to the ‘Presenting in the Classroom’ guide below.
Visualisers
Visualisers are a very useful tool for teachers in the classroom. Visualisers use an integrated camera and presents an image to the projector or interactive Flat panel. For more on Visualisers refer to the ‘Visualisers’ document below.
For more details on Visualisers please contact us at: ictadvice@oide.ie
In modern classrooms, technology plays a crucial role in enhancing interactivity and engagement. This guide explores how various devices such as iPads, Chromebooks, Surface Pros, and Laptops can be used effectively for classroom presentations, along with methods for casting these devices to projectors or large screens.
