2. • Using technology in the classroom has, by
now, fallen into a distinctive pattern. For
quite some time I was experimenting. I still
do try new things and I have blogged about
all my discoveries and successes along
the way. 3 years of laptops in a classroom ,
my whiteboard and, more recently, access
to tablet options, I really have discovered a
pattern which works:
3. • Something to read
• Something to watch
• Something to do
4. Goals
Use technology effectively
Decide who determines the use of
technology in class – students , staff or both
Teach to their needs but raise the bar by
using our knowledge and skills
Increase staff and student flexibility in
thinking and use
Share knowledge and practice freely
5. The Present Situation
Not all my classes have laptops
I have access to iPads
Network access has been consistent
Internet access has become reliable
Macbook and iPad connect to whiteboard
Half my students have iPhones or iPod
Touches
We have computer rooms
Resource centre has computers
6. Development up to present
Development made up to the current
situation
Important background information
Original forecasts which turned out to
be wrong
Original forecasts which turned out to
be true
7. Potential Alternatives
Better use of mobile technology
Use computer rooms
Use tablet technology
Issue all students with laptops
Make sure my equipment is used to its
maximum potential
Make good use of a variety of software
8. Potential hurdles
Who determines the technology and approach
in class?
Ensure security
Ensure safety
Prevent subterfuge
Cover costs
Prevent excess time investment
Establish effective troubleshooting avenues
9. Recommendations
Have policies for student use
Have policies for staff use
Obtain and use feedback regularly
Share with others
Work collaboratively as a routine
Keep costs in front of head
Establish clear protocols
@sally07 2012
