What Equipment Do I Need?
Accessible from any internet-enabled computer, our platform offers flexibility and convenience for students to engage with coursework from anywhere, at any time. To optimize your learning experience, you’ll will need to follow along with the specifications listed below for each category.
Technology Requirements
All students must have access to a functioning and reliable desktop or laptop computer that is less than 5 years old.
Students should not use tablets or cell phones to attend live class.
All students must have the required software to attend and participate in class.
It is essential that students have a functioning and reliable headset with microphone, or a stand-alone microphone with headphones.
All Students must have a functioning and reliable Internet connection with a minimum of 5 mbps download speed and a minimum 5 mbps upload speed.
Make sure your system is set up with the following configuration.
Make sure your system is set up with the following configuration.
Run a speed test on your current internet setup (see link below) FPA recommends a minimum of 5 mbps download and 1 mbps upload. While our Live Class platform may work fine with a lesser speed, once teachers begin using the interactive tools, the limited connection may create problems for the student.
If multiple users are sharing an internet connection, remember the connection is a shared resource which means, as more people use the internet at the same time, it will divide the total bandwidth and speed.
Avoid having one person attending a Live Class, while another is streaming a movie, while another is on a video call. Our system is designed to work with various internet speeds; however, different connections and providers will impact overall performance, especially if multiple sources are pulling from it.
Each student should have the latest versions of this free software:
Viewer
*Additionally, word processing such as Microsoft Word (free with student login), Google Docs, or Open Office (free – click here) is required. To use Microsoft Word for free go to www.office.com and login using your Canvas ID and password that was sent from tech support.
IPADS, PHONES & TABLETS should not be used for everyday live classes. The screen size and limitations of these devices prevent students from fully interacting in the class. However, Canvas by Instructure has an app for mobile devices so you can submit various types of coursework. When installing the app it will ask you for our specfic school instance which is
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FreedomProject Academy offers a classical education for Pre-Kindergarten through High School.
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