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THE DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION

THE DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION. DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION NSW. Commonwealth Funded Project B y 2012 every student in Years 9-12 will have a wirelessly-enabled laptop computer which will allow personal, portable and powerful learning experiences through the Laptops for Learning Program.

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THE DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION

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  1. THE DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION

  2. DIGITAL EDUCATION REVOLUTION NSW Commonwealth Funded Project • B y 2012 every student in Years 9-12 will have a wirelessly-enabled laptop computer which will allow personal, portable and powerful learning experiences through the Laptops for Learning Program. • Currently, the Federal Government has given a four year commitment to the program

  3. RATIONALE • “One to one laptop programs arguably offer the greatest potential of educational technologies to date in that they place the most power and versatility in students’ hands, while wireless network connections open vast new vistas for communication and collaboration” (Grimes & Warschauer, 2008)

  4. Why one to one computing? Studies of laptop programs indicate many positive effects for students. Reports indicate that students: • Write more extensively with improved quality • Have increased engagement in learning • Are more interested in learning • Engage more in self directed learning • Have greater self confidence and self esteem • Focus on improving their performance

  5. Why one to one computing? Continued • Have greater ICT skills • Improve their research skills • Improve problem solving and critical thinking skills • Are more enthusiastic and have fun learning • Work collaboratively • Are engaged in more project based work • Enjoy learning actively

  6. THE LAPTOP

  7. Features of the Laptop • • Impressive processing capabilities • • Plenty of storage space • • Wireless connection – Bluetooth • • Microphone and webcam • • Standard netbook keyboard and touch pad • • 10.2 inch screen • Long lasting battery • Charger and plastic case

  8. What’s on it?

  9. LEARNING WITH THE LAPTOPS

  10. Are these our children?

  11. What sort of activities will students now be able to do with their laptops, the software and tools?

  12. Creating a new workbook A workbook is similar to a students’ exercise book. It allows great flexibility regarding what and how information is organised.

  13. POLICIES

  14. Laptop User Charter Prior to receiving a laptop students must return a signed agreement. This agreement includes: • a commitment to take the laptop home and charge the battery • acceptable computer and internet use including cyber bullying. Failure to comply with the Laptop User Charter could result in: • Recall of the laptop • Loss of access for home use

  15. Laptop User Charter What happens if my laptop breaks? • All laptops and batteries are covered by a manufacturer’s warranty. • The warranty covers manufacturer’s defects and normal use of the laptop. • This does not cover negligence, abuse or malicious damage. What happens if I accidentally damage my laptop? In the case of loss or accidental damage a statutory declaration signed by a Justice of the Peace must be provided before a laptop can be replaced.

  16. What happens if my laptop is stolen? Hack-resistant hardware has been included to track and render stolen laptops useless. The technology removes any incentive to steal the devices. Thieves can be tracked and prosecuted. In the case of suspected theft a police event number must be provided before a laptop can be replaced. Fraudulent or excessive claims could lead to loss of access to a laptop for home use.

  17. Will students be taught how to care for their laptops? Students will receive guidance on good laptop care – this includes ergonomics and safe charging. Students will be encouraged to: • Keep the laptop safe. • Take care when using and charging. Laptops should not be placed on or under soft items such as pillows, lounge chairs or blankets as this may cause the laptop to overheat and could result in damage. • Keep the laptop inside school bags when travelling to and from school.

  18. What happens if a family does not have internet access at home? The laptop will have many uses at home without the internet but the students’ ability to gain full benefit from the laptop will be much greater if they have internet access at home. Access will be via the home internet service provider either wired by Ethernet or a wireless access point. DET filters apply when students go online at home via the DET portal.

  19. SUPPORT AVAILABLE

  20. Newcastle High Wiki

  21. NSW Department of Education and Training

  22. Newcastle High Moodle

  23. TALE

  24. Australian Government

  25. TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT OFFICER (TSO) DANIEL SCOTT

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