Technology

PURPOSE

• To ensure all students have access to computer assisted learning.
• To encourage students and teachers to use the computer with confidence
• To provide learning mediums that allows students alternatives to develop lateral thinking skills in various curriculum areas.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

• to foster positive attitudes towards computers
• to establish a learning environment where students have practical experience using a variety of software programs
• to develop thinking skills across the curriculum
• to encourage the students to work independently
• to allow students to work co-operatively in small group situations

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The computer program will enable all students to have access to computers and a wide variety of software. The computers are located in classrooms where all learning experiences are of a "hands on" nature. The students will require regular, repeated exposure in order to develop skills,
The computer program is integrated across the curriculum - e.g. Maths, SOSE and English. Software packages vary from word processing, reading, problem solving, adventure, simulation and research programs

• Teacher in-service based on: computer software and methods of organisation
• Software to be maintained and increased
• Specific computer units will be developed throughout the school so that the various curriculum areas are suitably supported with the appropriate software and information on its implementation.
• To develop staff's knowledge and expertise in integrating the various forms of software into the curriculum.