BYOT – the bits and bytes of school and classroom management relating to

BYOT

Georgina AllardiceHead of eLearning

Jindalee State School

Jindalee State School

ICT and eLearning

School context

Jindalee State School is a co-educational Queensland state government P to 7 school with an enrolment of almost 900 students. Jindalee State School has as its vision "Creating A Clever Future Today". This vision is realised through innovation, creativity and futures orientation of its teaching and learning programs.

Jindalee Context

There is an increasing demand for places at the school. We accept all students from within our local area regardless of their ability or potential. Our students are predominantly from the Centenary suburbs and nearby areas, with some international students also currently enrolled. A program for students with disabilities operates inclusively in the school. Jindalee State School operates an Enrolment Management Plan.

School demographicsOn the ICSEA (Index of Community and Socio-

Educational Advantage) scale, Jindalee State School has a value of 1116, with the average being 1000

Students come from mostly middle income familiesThe school has an even balance of males and

females2% school indigenous population21% Languages other than English spoken at homeFTE teaching staff – approx 55 Overall, Jindalee students achieve very good results

on standardised testing.

School Vision

Jindalee State School has as its vision "Creating A Clever Future Today". This vision is realised through innovation, creativity and futures orientation of its teaching and learning programs.

Jindalee 1-to-1 ProgramJindalee State School is in the seventh year of a 1-to-

1 Laptop Program.Laptops are school owned and parent funded.Parents pay $1300 for their child to part of the 1-to-1

Program (over 3 years)In 2013 we introduced a school funded iPad trial

class.We currently have 2 Laptop Classes being phased out

in Year 6.Expressions of Interest have been greater than

positions available in the 1-to-1 Program, with an effort made to ensure a balance of classes within each year level.

What is BYOT?

BYOT stands for “Bring Your Own Technology.”

BYOT is an initiative that will allow students who have personal technology devices to bring them to school to use them for educational purposes to meet their learning needs under the direction of a teacher or administrator.

What are the benefits of BYOT?

Our students are living in a world where they have immediate access to information anytime and anywhere.

With digital learning, every student can access high quality and rigorous instruction, thereby maximising their opportunity for success in school and beyond.

Specific Benefits include:

Allows for personalised learningImproved student learning outcomesImproved collaborationGive students’ greater choice and more

independenceIt creates a model for lifelong learning

Specific Benefits include:

Smooth transition between home and school Allows for 24/7/365 accessProvides easier student access to online

instructional materials Supplements school resources and equipmentNormalisation of technology

What BYODT devices are permitted?

The model of BYOT device for Years 2,3 and 4 for 2015 is an iPad and for Years 5 and 6 for 2015 is iPad or approved Windows 8 devices. The minimum specifications for the iPad is iPad 2 16GB WiFi. Approved Windows 8 devices have been provided on a Minimum Requirements List sent home.

The minimum standards may be reviewed and updated annually to reflect the fast-paced nature of technological change.

What devices are permitted?

Any device which is to be used as part of a BYOT program will need to be registered with the school. Students are responsible for their devices and both the student and parent are required to read and accept the Acceptable Use Policy and Student Agreement Form.

Social Justice

Jindalee State School will still provide access to ICTs via a variety of devices.

Aims of a 1-to-1 Program…All students have the opportunity to learn in a 1-to-1

classroom environment.Enhance the students’ love of learning.Improve academic results.Students (and teachers) are immersed in investigating,

creating and communicating using ICT.Students (and teachers) are able to manage and operate

with ICTs effectively and efficiently.Students (and teachers) apply social and ethical protocols

when using ICTs.Equip students with the skills they require to live and work

in the world today and for the future.

ICT is normalised at Jindalee State School through:Weekly ICT Club professional development

opportunities.Consistent approach to planning, including the

utilisation of ICTs.Support and expectation of teachers to use a virtual

learning space (Virtual Classroom and edStudios).Ongoing mentoring and support to improve ICT

competencies across the school.Creation of eLearning Coordinator role to support teachers in their use of ICTs in teaching and

learning.

ICT at Jindalee

Installation of IWBs in every classroom and learning space in the school.

Provide information and opportunities for staff to engage in online learning environments.

Hosting of ICT and eLearning events within the school, cluster and region.

Provision of curriculum support materials to staff.

Cyberbullying and Cybersafety lessons

ICT at Jindalee

1-to-1 Program in Years 4-7Encouragement of staff to work cooperatively

(buddy up)with ICT skill buildingeLearning Vision and annual ICT Implementation

PlanProvision of iPads to teachersFortnightly eLearning Newsletter to all staffJindalee Staff Zone Virtual Classroom and Jindalee

eLearning edStudio

Curriculum

The Australian Curriculum is supported through C2C, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy development and new curricula being incorporated in student programs, staff development, and resource provisions as appropriate.

Pedagogy

• Jindalee Pedagogical Framework- Whole school framework that underpins

teaching at Jindalee State School

Digital Pedagogy -TPACK

Digital Pedagogy -SAMR

Digital Pedagogy -SAMR

Pedagogy

Pedagogy Framework

10 Skills for the future workforce

What about security, theft and damage to the physical device?Devices will be the responsibility of the student.

The school will accept no responsibility for the security or safety of the device. Devices will be stored in classrooms during class time and at break time.

Parents will be advised to review their insurance policies to ensure that BYOD devices are covered outside the home, and to provide a suitable protective bag for the device.

How will devices be connected to the school network?Students will be provided with wireless access on

the BYOD network after they register their devices having returned their signed AUP.

Technical support will be provided to ensure that students can access the secured wireless network.

3G connection will not be allowed and parents will have to remove or password protect their 3G connection so students do NOT access this unfiltered network whilst at school.

What filtering will be provided when students connect their own device/s?The standard filter which is currently provided on

the school network will apply to student owned devices as long as they connect to the school network in line with the AUP.

Charging

It will be compulsory that personally owned devices are brought into school with a full charge. Students will be made aware that the school is not responsible to provide an opportunity or the necessary power to charge their device during the school day, although limited charging opportunities will be available.

What happens if a student uses a device inappropriately?The AUP and Behaviour Policies outline the

sanctions for inappropriate use of devices and network. Students and their parents are required to sign agreements that these policies will be adhered to and that consequences of policy breaches are understood before network access is provided. These documents are accessible on the school website.

How much of the time will students be using their own device?The amount of time a student spends on a device

will depend on the lesson intent and objective. Students will not be using the device 100% of the day.

galla7@eq.edu.auGeorgina Allardice

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