As we have seen, Digital Signage devices are not just powerful tools for marketing and Out-of-Home communication. Beyond their advertising functionalities, these technological devices have become an integral part of social life and the public sphere, permeating institutional contexts and driving the increasingly digital transformation of various spaces and facilities (healthcare, banking and postal services, public transportation, and so on).

Today, we will specifically delve into the growing role that Digital Signage plays in schools, universities, and educational institutions in general. It is clear that the national and international education sector requires increasingly agile tools to adapt to the demands of global digitalization, enhance the accessibility of educational offerings, and streamline administrative processes, simplifying the educational journey for students.

Let’s explore how Digital Signage devices are particularly useful in addressing these rapidly evolving needs.

Digital Signage Applications for Schools, Universities, and Educational Institutions

To successfully implement a digital signage system in an educational institution, it is necessary to consider the choice of appropriate hardware and software, the planning of screen placement, content management, and maintenance. These aspects depend on the objectives and functionalities the devices are meant to fulfill within the institution. Below are the most common ones:

Digital Signage for Institutional Communications

Bulletin boards, flyers, and handouts were the tools used until a few years ago within schools and educational institutions to update teachers and students with service information, institutional communications, and so on.

Today, fortunately, this role is performed by Digital Signage devices: screens and displays, if installed in auditoriums, at the entrances of institutions, or along hallways, can be a powerful means of keeping students, teachers, and staff informed about schedules, events, and ongoing activities.

The advantages of this communication method are both numerous and impactful:

• The content can be updated in real-time in case of changes to ongoing communications, without incurring additional costs for printing flyers and handouts, while minimizing potential errors.
• Communications are disseminated securely and reliably through digital devices.
• Digital signage devices can be integrated with apps and online portals dedicated to students and teachers, providing a streamlined tool for managing data entry, exam scheduling, fee payments, and other aspects of academic life.
• These devices also improve accessibility to information for students with disabilities and are translated into multiple languages to assist international students.

Digital Signage for Student Reception and Wayfinding

Digital signage devices placed at the entrances of schools and universities can play a vital role in welcoming and wayfinding, providing students with the institution’s map, class schedules, and all the essential information for initial orientation.

This comes with several significant advantages:

• Maps, schedules, and informational content are updated in real-time.
• All information becomes immediately accessible, breaking down potential language barriers and accommodating various forms of disabilities.

Interactive Learning and the Key Role of Digital Signage

Schools and universities can integrate digital signage into classrooms to create interactive learning experiences. Screens can be used to display educational content, diagrams, concept maps, and instructional videos. Students can also interact with the content through touch screens or mobile devices.

Schools, Universities, Training Institutions: Why Choose Digital Signage

The implementation of digital signage devices in universities, schools, and educational institutions can significantly improve communication, operational efficiency, and the overall experience for students and staff, helping to create more modern and well-informed campuses and facilities.

Below are some compelling reasons to choose Digital Signage for an educational institution:

• Operational Efficiency: Digital signage reduces the need for printing and distributing paper materials, saving both time and resources. Additionally, content updates can be managed centrally, streamlining maintenance.
• Simplified Navigation: Digital signage can enhance navigation within the campus or building, reducing confusion and the time spent finding specific locations.
• Monitoring and Analysis: Digital signage systems can collect data on content usage and interactions, enabling institutions to evaluate communication effectiveness and make improvements.
• Reduced Environmental Impact: Using digital signage devices decreases paper consumption and the environmental impact associated with printing promotional or informational materials.

Digital Signage for Schools, Universities, Training Institutions: Fida Solutions

• THK Digital Totem, specifically designed for prestigious locations such as banks, museums, hotels, shopping centers, or meeting rooms;
• Wave WMS Full-Outdoor, ideal for digital signage projects with a wide range of applications, including bus shelters, exterior facades of info points, tourist offices, museums, theaters;
• Wave WMO, excellent for railway stations, metro stations, bus shelters, companies, ports, and customs;
• VRK Digital Totem, easy to place and install in any type of setting;
• VRW Single-Sided Shop Window Monitor, provides a bright and clear image for effective storefront communication.