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Module 7 Module Overview 54Preparing toIntegrate In this module takes a closer look at the preparations for successful integration to avoid the many potholes on the way. Key Questions What physical preparations are needed? What virtual preparations are needed? Howe do we prepare learners, parents and teachers for integration?ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
55 Preparing the Do learners and/or teachers have the necessary environment for knowledge and skills to work with the devices integration and/or tools? It would be wonderful if we had a crystal ball and could How will knowledge, competencies and skills be see all the potholes that may stand in the way of successful ET integration experiences. In the absence of transferred and integrated into the session? a crystal ball, good planning will have to do! How can knowledge and/or skills be scaffolded to Whether it is eTeaching or eLearning, ET Integration require careful planning and thought. Teachers need to make learning fun and accessible? consider: These kinds of questions can be grouped as preparing What devices or tools are available for learners the physical and virtual environment for ET integration. and/or teachers to use? Preparing the physical environment for ET integration needs to consider everything from timetables to Are the apps / programmes available on all chargers. A quick-overview is provided on the next page. devices, or would it need to be installed?ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
Preparing the physical environment 56 Ensure ICT Tools are Make sure all Pre-load softwareavailable (book the lab, devices are in or apps on devicestablets, etc) & that there working order are enough devices for before class learners to use Arrange furniture in the class toCharge mobile If there are notdevices (tablets, enough devices and accommodate sharinglaptops) before of devices or learners have to groupwork each class (if share, plan how this possible) will happen Adhere to Have a back-up Have FUN!acceptable use plan in case of technical failure policy ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
Preparing the virtual environment 4) Always check websites that learners will visit before sending them there, if possible on the57 same day. As important as it is to prepare the physical environment 5) Never check a website with the data projector for ET integrating, it is equally important to prepare the projecting the image on the screen where virtual environment. That means, making sure all the everyone can see it. If by accident an online and cloud-based tools are working, links have not inappropriate image flashes on the screen or an stopped working or website gone down for whatever undesirable advert pops up, the whole class would reason. have seen it. Some tips may help to prepare the virtual environment. Other questions that teachers should consider when preparing the virtual environment: 1) The different Google apps and related tools, work best with Chrome as the internet browser. If ► Is the eActivity at the appropriate age and ability possible, set this as the default on all devices. level of learners? Very often activities look great but they are either way too easy or too difficult for 2) Some network settings will not allow changes to learners. the default settings (to let Chrome on). Make sure to load this in advance with the network ► Does the eActivity directly address learning administrator’s assistance. outcomes from CAPS? o The focus should always fall on content that 3) If you designed learning that makes use of online / directly addresses CAPS. cloud based tools, make sure to test this on different profile log-ons.ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
o ‘Nice-to-do’s’ can be included if time allows. List other virtual preparations that 58► Play with and test the eActivity or particular you can make. websites online and on the devices learners will use BEFORE the lesson.► Make sure to play with devices on the school network – sometimes the school’s security settings may stop learners from accessing certain online tools at school. o Are log-ins required? If learners need to get their own log-in accounts, where does their personal information go?► Try and find the shortest route to the online content – it becomes very difficult to make learners all follow a complicated maze of tabs and clicks.► Spend time before each lesson reminding learners of the rules for keeping safe while working online. Display these prominently in class.ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
59 Responsible use of restrict or limit inappropriate use. Such measures eResources assume that if the school bans the internet or prevents access to the internet, learners will be safeguarded. This When ETs integration is planned for a school or class, leaves learners in a precarious position. No one is many teachers, parents and school leaders express grave teaching them how to be safe online, how to safely use concern for the virtual or cyber safety of users. Concerns the internet and navigate the many dangers while more recently have focused on social media use and how making the most of the wonderful online tools. to keep learners safe in an online world. The growing prominence of online dangers especially cyber bullying, Schools who take responsibility for teaching learners to attacks and inappropriate use of information (sharing be safe online, start by drawing up a RESPONSIBLE or embarrassing messages or images) has been cause for ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY. A responsible use policy much concern in recent years. assumes that learners can learn how to be responsible users, can learn how to make informed choices and can To manage this problem, many schools and teachers be held accountable for their choices. It also assumes completely ban the use of the internet. Others allow that learners need different types of protection and learners and teachers to access the internet but block access at different ages. specific types of sites, including social media. Mobile devices (like mobile phones) are also often banned to A responsible use policy is a very good starting point for schools and teachers who want to use online resourcesETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
A Responsible Use Policy needs to Protect users... 60 • Protect students and teachers from harmful online content especially pornography, hate sites and inappropriate content. • Protect students from unwelcome contact by unknown persons. • Protect all users from cyberbullying and harassment by other users. • Protect all students' and the school’s digital infrastructure and data from being illegally accessed and misused.A Responsible Use Policy needs to Provide users... • Provide access to online and other digital content that supports e-Teaching and Learning. • Provide guidances to learners on how and when the internet is to be used.for 21st century eTeaching and Learning. A responsible The RESPONSIBLE TECHNOLOGY USE INuse policy needs to protect users and provide access. A PUBLIC SCHOOLS guideline from theresponsible use policy that has an immediate impact on Massachusetts Educational Technologyall users should be written with all users including Advisory Council on Internet Safety Task Forcelearners, teachers, parents and school leaders. is an excellent resource for schools:ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
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Course Programme Session 2: Face-to-Face Course at CTLIFriday SaturdayPeriod 1: 15:00 Module 1: Welcome & Period 1: 08:00 Module 3: Principles for– 17:30 introduction – 10:30 meaningfully integrating ETs Module 2: 21st Century skills Play & Create Play & CreateSupper: 17:30 – 18:00 Tea: 10:30 – 11:00Period 2: 18:00 Play & Create Period 2: 11:00 Module 4: Planning meaningful– 20:00 – 13:00 ET Integration Play & Create Lunch: 13:00 – 13:45 (Travel claims) Period 3: 13:30 Group presentations – 16:00 Set goals for next 3 weeks Session 3: OnlineTask Teach the lesson you planned in DeadlineTask your group and collect evidence of learning. Upload all photos / evidence of Deadline learning to Google Slides, and as PDF to Classroom Salon ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
Course Programme 66 Session 4: Face-to-Face Course at CTLIFriday SaturdayPeriod 1: 15:00 Reflections Period 1: 08:00 Module 6: eAssessment that– 17:30 Module 5: Integrating Emerging – 10:30 meaningfully integrates ETs Technology Play & Create Play & CreateSupper: 17:30 – 18:00 Tea: 10:30 – 11:00Period 2: 18:00 Play & Create Period 2: 11:00 Module 7: Preparing to– 20:00 – 13:00 Integrate Lunch: 13:00 – 13:45 (Travel claims) Period 3: 13:30 Set goals for next 3 weeks – 16:00 Course reflectionsePortfolio deadline ETILAB International :: www.etilab.org
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