Module 9 Activity 4 Whole School Improvement Framework

Activity 4 Part 1

A school which integrates ICTs is one that is connected and fosters ubiquitous learning. ICT will be used by all elements of the school to enhance learning.  Teachers will use ICTs to adequately plan and prepare their lessons, that is, technology for instruction preparation and instruction delivery.  Students will use them to learn to solve problems, create products, communicate and share their perspectives with each other. The school, on the other hand, will use them to ensure the smooth functioning of the plant. The vision of the school will encompass ICTs being used to

• ·          effectively enhance teaching and learning in all areas of the curriculum,
• ·          support collaborative and co-operative learning,
• ·          develop higher order thinking skills,
• ·          assess learning
• ·          enhance professional development of teachers
• ·          help all students realise their educational and social potential.

The culture of the school will be one that has a supportive environment with leadership fully on board. ICTs will not be taught as a distinct activity (just in case learning), but rather will be acquired ‘just in time’ as it will have more meaning for the learners.

There are certain principles that permeate schools embracing ICT integration. This includes the concept of experimentation where teachers and students are not afraid to venture into unchartered waters as far as using ICTs to learn.