The Paperless Classroom™
Teaching and learning in cyberspace

Workshop Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where do the workshops take place?
A: Currently, Mark Barnes delivers his Paperless Classroom workshop only on site, at your school; using our contact page, interested teachers and principals contact us to arrange dates and times, and Mark will come directly to you

Q: Exactly how far will Mark go to present his workshop?
A: Anywhere in the U.S. and most countries in the world

Q: How much does it cost?
A: Here is the fee schedule:

  • 5-30 participants:     $150 per person plus travel expenses
  • 31-50 participants:   $5,000 plus travel expenses
  • 51-plus:                      Program and fee to be negotiated

Q: What do participants receive?
A: All of the following:

  • Invaluable step-by-step, hands-on instruction for building a web-based classroom, complete with private, secure individual web sites for students, a blog, message board, web-based activities and more
  • One month of free classroom web site hosting
  • Free subscription to Mark's monthly newsletter
  • Free copy of Mark's book, The Paperless Classroom: teaching and learning in cyberspace
  • unlimited e-mail consultation with the presenter

Q: What computer requirements do I and/or my school need to set up and run classroom web sites?
A: Any computer with Internet access will work; the system also works with district servers

Q: How much does running a web-based classroom cost?
A: Monthly hosting memberships begin at $4.95

Q: Can we get a package or site license?
A: Yes, in most cases; these must be negotiated with the online host

Q: I have more questions; can I talk to the presenter?
A: Yes. E-mail Mark Barnes. Or, call Mark at 440 668-2420

Q: How can I learn even more about The Paperless Classroom?
A: View this PowerPoint presentation