If

we teach todays students as we taught yesterdays, we rob them of tomorrow.

John Dewey (1859 1952)

Why use digital technologies in education?

Student engagement
Differentiation of learning and student choice
Resources authentic, adaptable
Building positive digital citizens
Richer learning opportunities
Increased opportunities for collaboration
Increased options for creativity
Global perspective connection to real-world experts
Learning is more mobile ubiquitous
Preparing students for the future collaborative, connected, creative
Supports the vision of the NZ Curriculum: young people as lifelong learners who are confident and
creative, connected, and actively involved.
Bringing your own device allows for greater connections with learning, improved home:school
partnerships and increased familiarity with the device. This is not compulsory it is an invitation to bring
a device.

What device are we recommending?

iPad or iPad mini minimum screen size 7.9 inches. 3G connectivity not required (enables us to monitor
access and internet use). Headphones and wireless keyboards optional. Sturdy protective casing
recommended (Little Hand Band).
Adequate battery life
Supports creativity
Supports collaboration
Easy for students to independently transport and use
Portability
Both Harvey Norman and Noel Leeming are preparing purchasing options for us. These will be advised through
the school newsletter and fliers sent home with all students in Years 3 7.
We are preparing a bundle of required apps that can be purchased through the school at a reduced rate, and will
also notify parents of recommended apps and suggested apps.

Required Apps (highly likely)

Explain everything
VoiceThread
Popplet
Soundcloud
Garageband
iMovie
iPhoto
Hopscotch
Seesaw

Additional resources

Puppetpals
Book creator
Pic collage
Adobe voice
Thinglink
Haiku deck
Strip designer
Tallegami

A NZ perspective on Future-focused education (published by NZCER):

https://www.educationcounts.govt.nz/publications/schooling/109306

Blog post from CORE Ed comparing tablets and laptops: http://blog.core-ed.org/blog/2015/03/device-
choice-in-schools-driven-by-the-write-things.htm

Edfutures - lots of links to other research on 1:1 computing in classes and the use of technology in
education in general: http://edfutures.net/1_to_1_computing