InterWrite PRS Continues to Provide the Maximum Performance and Ultimate Flexibility
in Student Response Systems

PRS 4.0, for Windows and Mac, provides educators with the an unparalleled set of features, including Classroom,
Self-Paced and Homework Test modes

Columbia, Md. – May 23, 2006 - GTCO CalComp announces today the release of InterWrite™ PRS Software version 4.0 for Windows® and MAC OS X®, for use with the company’s InterWrite PRS Systems. InterWrite PRS 4.0 supports InterWrite PRS-RF, the newest addition to the company’s line of award-winning student response systems, as well as existing InterWrite PRS infrared systems. Utilizing the latest in radio-frequency technology, InterWrite PRS-RF provides educators with the greatest level of performance and most robust set of features of any student response system on the market.

When used with InterWrite PRS-RF clickers, the latest PRS software gives teachers and professors the broadest range of question types. This powerful tool, with a 2-Line LCD display, enables instructors to ask advanced numeric questions that include positive and negative numbers, decimal points, and fractions; in addition to multiple choice, answer series, multiple correct and even short answer question types. The new PRS software also allows professors to instantly create rosters with its unique self-registration feature. Educators now have the option of asking timed-questions during their class, allowing students to answer questions at their own pace, or permitting students to complete assessments outside of the classroom and bring the clicker back to download their answers. Maintaining GTCO CalComp’s commitment to flexibility for its customers, InterWrite PRS 4.0 software supports both the infrared and radio-frequency models of PRS. Both models are purchased systems with no hidden fees or subscription requirements.

“Our newest InterWrite PRS software release goes beyond any student response offering on the market today ” said Jordan Meyerowitz, Product Manager for InterWrite PRS. “Our InterWrite PRS RF product, using the latest 4.0 software, has been extremely well received this semester by educators and students across the country. We are excited to officially release this latest version of PRS software designed to engage students in the learning process and provide an accurate assessment of their true knowledge of the subject. We believe that these latest enhancements to InterWrite PRS will allow educators to essentially change the learning dynamics of their classrooms and provide them the time and resources they need to truly teach how they want to teach.”

Features of the newly released InterWrite PRS 4.0 Software include:
 

	Support for the new radio-frequency PRS RF clicker devices. The new RF clickers feature a 2-Line, 16-Character LCD Display which allows students to see their answers and receive confirmation that they were received.
	Capability for Multiple Question Types, including numeric with decimal points, fractions, and positive and negative numbers; multiple choice; true false; answer series; multiple correct; and, short answer.
	Capability to handle large classrooms up to 2,000 students with one receiver
	Support for self-paced testing – allows students to scroll through a series of questions and answer at their own pace.
	New Homework Mode feature allows students to prepare answers outside of the classroom, return clickers to the teacher with their answers saved, and then easily download students’ answers into PRS.
	Non-PRS grades can now be added to the PRS Gradebook - making the Gradebook an even more resourceful and robust tool
	Letter Grade and Percentage Grade displays have been added to the Gradebook
	Updated software interface making PRS even easier and more intuitive to use

InterWrite PRS software, available for both the Windows® and Mac OS X® operating environments, is included free with the Company’s new InterWrite PRS RF and existing infrared (IR) systems. InterWrite PRS software allows users to create their quizzes and lessons within the PRS software, using Microsoft PowerPoint® slides or by importing questions developed by leading textbook publishers. InterWrite PRS software also offers a robust set of grading, reporting and data management features, such as the ability to export student results to leading learning management systems like Blackboard Learning Systems™, WebCT™ and WebAssign®. Software updates are free to existing users and can be downloaded at: www.gtcocalcomp.com/supportprs.htm. In addition, customers can receive free training for InterWrite PRS via online video tutorials or live online training sessions conducted via WebEx™ at http://www.gtcocalcomp.com/interwriteprsrf.htm.

Learn more about InterWrite's Interactive Classroom, which includes the InterWrite SchoolBoard, an interactive whiteboard, the InterWrite SchoolPad, a Bluetooth® wireless pad, InterWrite PRS, a classroom response system, and the InterWrite iPanel, an interactive LCD display.


About GTCO CalComp
With over 30 years of experience, GTCO CalComp is a leader in computer input peripherals, with over one million systems installed worldwide. Founded in 1975, GTCO CalComp pioneered the use of pen-based electromagnetic sensing technology currently utilized in the Company's Interactive Whiteboard and Digitizer product lines. In 2004, GTCO CalComp expanded its line of interactive products with introduction of InterWrite™ PRS, a classroom response system. GTCO CalComp Inc, a global company, is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, with offices in Scottsdale, Arizona and Munich, Germany. GTCO CalComp maintains distribution partners in over 90 countries, providing solutions to professionals in Education, Training, Presentation, GIS, Computer Aided Design, Construction Estimating and Graphic Arts. For more information on the brands and products offered, visit the GTCO CalComp website at www.gtcocalcomp.com.