Inglewood Primary School Bring Your Own Device Information Booklet

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Digital Technologies at Inglewood Primary School Inglewood Primary School has seen a large shift in teaching and learning as we engage the students in the Western Australian Digital Technologies Curriculum. This curriculum is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding to effectively, safely and creatively use technology to improve their learning. The students are taught to innovate, problem solve, design, think critically and synthesise, taking learning to new realms of discovery. The objective of the program is to implement a range of innovations that explore and exploit the latest in educational technology and provide the opportunity for learning at anytime, anywhere. The program aims to engage students and enable them to develop the skills and habits to become successful 21st century learners. The iPad program ensures our students are developing the skills to think critically, problem solve, be creative and demonstrate innovation using iPad technology at home, school and in the community.

Curriculum Links Overarching the traditional learning areas of the Western Australian Curriculum is the Information and

Communication (ICT) Capability, which needs to be woven into the learning curriculum:

The general capabilities encompass the knowledge, skills,

behaviours and dispositions that will assist students to live

and work successfully in the 21st century. Teachers may find

opportunities to incorporate the capabilities into the teaching

and learning program for Technologies. The general

capabilities are not assessed unless they are identified within

the content. https://k10outline.scsa.wa.edu.au

Within The Western Australian Curriculum - Digital Technologies, students use computational thinking and information systems to define, design and implement solutions. As a part of implementing the WA Curriculum in both Digital Technologies and ICT General Capabilities, schools are expected to:

Teach social and ethical protocols and practices

Ensure students conduct investigations

Provide opportunities to create

Communicate ideas and information

Manage and operate digital technologies

Working with our community to ensure that our students have one-to-one access to digital devices helps us to meet our school priorities. Follow the link to view the outline of the scope and sequence of studies for all students from Years PP-10 in Digital

Technologies.http://k10outline.scsa.wa.edu.au/home/p-10-curriculum/curriculum-browser/technologies/digital-technologies2

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School Owned Devices IPS students have access to a range of devices to support their knowledge and understanding of digital

technologies and provide greater learning opportunities in all curriculum areas.

IPS currently houses:

desktop computers in classrooms and the library

laptop trolleys

access to class sets of iPads

Year 4-6 students involved in our Bring Your Own Device program with iPads

robotic devices

Robotics The school also makes use of various robotic devices to assist

with delivering STEM education and digital technologies. These

include BeeBots, BlueBots, Lego Mindstorm EV3, Edison

Robots, Spheros and Drones. Along with the robotics, students

develop skills in coding through the use of specialised

applications and programs which integrate coding and design

with various curriculum areas.

How are we supporting learners of the future? At IPS we are committed to supporting our students in becoming

innovative learners. Some of these supports include:

Staff training in the SAMR (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, Redefinition) model which is a

scaled model focused on using technology effectively in the classroom

Regular staff training in the use of iPads and applications

Staff and student regular access to iPads, laptops and robotics

Year 6 ICT Leaders

Apple Pencil and Keyboard

Older/Younger Buddy classes

Digital Technologies Curriculum Leader

ICT Technician

Year 4 Coding Extension Group

Lego Mindstorms EV3 Extension Group

This document is aimed at parents and students who are

involved in the Inglewood Primary School BYOD Program and to

detail the guidelines and support strategies to ensure that

students are able to make effective use of their iPad.

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Requirements Students from Years 4-6 are encouraged to bring their own iPad to school providing it meets some

specified requirements. These requirements ensure that the quality of the device enhances student

learning.

iPads may be purchased from a variety of recommended Apple resellers. We have a partnership with JB HI-FI to allow families to purchase specific devices at educational pricing. For more information and to purchase iPads at BYOD education pricing, go to the JB HI-FI website:

https://www.jbeducation.com.au/byod/. The school code is InglewoodPSWA2021. Please note that this pricing is available to any Inglewood family members as long as the device is purchased through the portal. You are welcome to purchase your own iPad from any retailers of your choice should you wish.

iPad Recommendations Inglewood Primary School recommends a 128GB iPad. It can be full-

sized or iPad Pro. We do not support the iPad Mini, as the smaller

screen size is not optimal for all apps in the classroom, and is not to be

used for NAPLAN Online and PAT Testing. Devices with a SIM card

or 3G/ 4G capabilities are not permitted as a security measure.

iPads should have a minimum of 32GB storage as the students create

and use multimedia that produce files that are quite large. iPads must

have a minimum of iOS13 installed on them, and it is recommended

that iOS updates are kept current.

Cases and Keyboards iPads may only be brought to school in a secure case. We also recommend that iPads are placed in a

waterproof sleeve when travelling in students’ school bags to prevent mishaps from drink bottles and

lunches. Keyboards are recommended as a part of the case so students may use this to practise typing.

Headphones All children are asked to supply their own headphones for school, to allow them to fully utilise the many

multimedia features of their devices. We recommend a cheap pair of over-the-ear headphones, which

allow students to block out external sounds. This also means the volume does not need to be turned up as

loud to hear. Children’s headphones are also recommended as they often have a noise limit set.

Apple Pencil The Apple Pencil has been listed as an optional extra for

the beginning of the 2020 school year. The Apple Pencil

is a stylus pen that enables students to draw, note take

and mark up documents. The school has purchased a

class set to be shared across the site.

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Set Up In order to purchase apps and interact with content on the iPad, each iPad is required to be signed into an

iTunes account. Prior to the iPad being brought to school, we ask that each family sets up an iTunes

account. iTunes accounts must be managed by a parent/ carer as Apple terms and conditions restrict

account holders being under the age of 13 years.

iTunes Family Sharing We recommend setting up an iTunes Family Sharing account. This allows parents/ carers to attach a

child’s iTunes account to their own. Family Sharing enables parents and up to five family members to

share iTunes, Apple Books, and App Store purchases, an Apple Music family plan, and an iCloud storage

plan. Your family can also share a photo album and a family calendar, and even help locate each other’s

missing devices. Find out more at the website below:

http://www.apple.com/au/ios/whats-new/family-sharing/

Required Apps You will be required to install certain apps on your child’s iPad in order for them to participate fully in the BYOD program. While many great applications are free, some are not. Teachers will carefully select apps based on their intended use and educational value. A list of apps that are required for the beginning of the year are listed on Connect. Please ensure these are downloaded as soon as possible. Teachers may request additional apps throughout the year to compliment the teaching and learning programme.

Apps may be shared between a maximum of 5 devices with the same Apple ID at no additional cost. Due to copyright restrictions the school is unable to load apps onto multiple devices.

The Western Australian Department of Education provides a licence for students to download and use the Microsoft Office Suite of applications. Go to the DoE Website for more information: http://www.det.wa.edu.au/curriculumsupport/ocs/detcms/navigation/developing-student-digital-literacies/office-365-education---digital-collaboration-and-creation/

Third Party Consent for App Use School staff and administrators manage the risks around disclosure of students' personal information to

online third party services. At the start of the school year, the school will send home a consent form for the

apps that are used at the school which will explain the services provided by each app, information provided

and how the information is used and stored. Parents will need to sign this consent form for students to use

the apps at school. If you have any questions about this, please contact the Deputy Principal.

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Care and Consideration We believe that working in partnership with the home to teach our children to be good digital citizens is a

vital part of forming a well-rounded community.

Technology Usage Agreements Our school Technology Contracts are written agreements that formally set out the rules of use of software,

networks, printers and internet. All staff and students are accessing the Department of Education System

and are bound by the Department of Education rules of use.

Our school provides access to Department of Education online services. These enhance the contemporary

learning opportunities available to students and the range of teaching tools available to staff to deliver the

Western Australian Curriculum. The Online Services account (Appendix A) permission slip is to be

signed by all parents/ carers prior to students accessing online services.

The ICT Acceptable Use Agreement Years 3-6

(Appendix C) provides the conditions for use that the

Department of Education stipulates before students

can access the online services at Inglewood Primary

School. This should be read carefully by parents

and students.

The Student Agreement for Using a Personal iPad at

Inglewood Primary School - The iPromise clearly

outlines student expectations and complements the

existing school online code of conduct documents

listed above.

A sample of all of these documents are provided at

the end of this document and can also be found in

the Inglewood Primary School ICT Guidelines.

Inglewood Primary School recommends creating a

Family Media Agreement. This provides an opportunity for parents to sit together and come to an

agreement on the purpose and use of the iPad at home. For many families, the BYOD iPad is the first

device provided for their child, and establishing clear guidelines early is beneficial.

Care at School As part of the agreements listed above, the following common commitments are made:

When not in use, devices will be stored in the classroom.

Devices will not be available at recess or lunchtime unless they are used under direct teacher

supervision.

All devices will be password protected and clearly labelled with the child’s name.

Charging facilities will not be provided at school - students are required to bring a fully charged iPad

each day.

Social media apps such as FaceTime and iMessage must be turned off during the school day to

minimise distractions.

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Digital Citizenship A digital citizen refers to a person who has the knowledge and skills to effectively use digital technologies to

communicate with others, participate in society and create and consume digital content. (Digital Technologies Hub, 2019)

While using the internet at school, student

devices access the network using the

Department of Education’s strict internet

filtering, email and online platform systems.

Families should consider the use of an

appropriate internet filtering system for home.

Both of the organisations listed below are

recommended by the Office of the Children’s

e-safety Commissioner:

Digital citizenship

An acceptance and upholding of the norms of

appropriate, responsible behaviour with regard to the use

of digital technologies. This involves using digital

technologies effectively and not misusing them to

disadvantage others. Digital citizenship includes

appropriate online etiquette, literacy in how digital

technologies work and how to use them, an

understanding of ethics and related law, knowing how to

stay safe online, and advice on related health and safety

issues such as predators and the permanence of data.

Australian Curriculum definition

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BYOD iPad specific agreement

between the school, the parent/carer

and the child

Online Services Permission Slip

Agreement between the school, the

parents and the child.

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Frequently Asked Questions 1. Why Apple?

The iPad operating system has a reputation of being robust and intuitive. Its simplicity makes for

easy use at all levels.

The Apple App Store tests all new apps before releasing them to the public, ensuring no

inappropriate content appears. The android app store is an open source platform anyone can

upload to; the apps are not checked and leave people exposed to unwanted content.

Apps perform the same way on all recent versions of the iPad, making it easier to cater for a variety

of devices over time. Apple updates are pushed through automatically ensuring users are

consistently using the most up to date versions of the software. The Apple ID system allows users to

change devices without losing any apps.

Support from the Apple Education Team and Apple Distinguished educators.

2. Why iPads as opposed to Laptops?

The long battery life means that students can make it through an entire school day without

recharging.

The iPad allows for easy face to face interaction, avoiding the barrier between students and

teachers that occurs with a traditional laptop lid.

Drawing on the iPad’s screen is useful in a variety of disciplines.

Handwriting on the iPad’s screen is useful for quick note-taking in all classes.

Pen-based annotation of documents and books is quick and easy.

Reading textbooks and other long-form material from the iPad is more comfortable than similar

reading on a traditional laptop screen.

The iPad’s small size fits conveniently in student backpacks.

The iPad’s instant on/instant off capability preserves class time for meaningful learning activities;

learning isn’t put on hold while a traditional laptop boots up or shuts down.

By students having their own lightweight device it allows students to utilise the device for homework.

The amount of apps produced for these devices is significantly increasing daily.

3. Will my child still learn to read and write?

Absolutely! We firmly believe that the iPad is simply a tool to support learning but does not replace the

fundamental skills of reading and writing with books, paper and pencils.

4. Can I supply an android/tablet device?

No. Inglewood Primary School is an Apple Learning School. No other device is supported in an education

setting as well as Apple and various devices makes it challenging for our ICT support to troubleshoot and

maintain a safe network. All students are required to join Apple Classroom to use the iPads at school.

5. How much time will my child spend on an iPad each day?

This will vary depending on the age of your child, as will the type of activities and tasks they will complete

on the device. Some children may spend no more than an hour a day whilst others could use the iPad

several times a day. The daily use of the iPad could be to create, to communicate with others, to research

information or to reinforce skills and knowledge. We firmly believe that the iPad should be used in

conjunction with other skills. You will rarely find students staring at a screen with no collaboration with

other students or skill work involved.

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6. If they won’t use it all day, why do they need their own iPad?

In the same way that children having their own stationary (pencils, rulers or exercise books) optimises

individualised learning, so will having their own iPad. Imagine several children sharing one exercise book to

complete their learning task? Whilst the task can be completed, the learning outcome is faster and

individualised when children have their own. The same will be for the iPad.

7. How will the iPads be secured at school?

Students will not be permitted to use them in the school grounds before school, at lunchtimes or after

school. On arrival to classrooms students will remove their iPad from their school bag and take it inside

where it will be stored safely. Classrooms will be locked when no one is present.

8. Who will insure the iPads?

Parents will need to make arrangements for their child’s iPad to be covered by insurance. The school will

not take responsibility for insurance.

9. What happens if the iPad is broken or stolen?

Parents will need to contact their insurance company. We recommend that iPads are engraved or labelled

with student/family name. Every effort will be made to ensure iPads are secure and students learn to use

them responsibly.

10. What happens if I cannot afford an iPad for my child or I have more than one child in Years 1 -6?

The school will continue to have a bank of iPads which are accessible for student use across all year

levels. Where siblings need to share one iPad, or students do not have access to their own, some access

to school iPads will be provided, however, this may not be 1:1 or available at the time that the student

needs it depending on other classes. Students will not be able to take school iPads home.

11. Who will be responsible for charging the iPads?

iPads will need to be charged at home. Students are expected to charge their iPads each night to ensure

they are ready for school the following day.

12. Who will upload the apps and how will I know what Apps to upload and when?

Parents will be informed of the apps that need to be downloaded and then they will download the apps at

home. It is expected that apps are uploaded within a given time frame to ensure they can complete

classroom tasks. Apps may be shared between a maximum of 5 devices, via family sharing, with the same

Apple ID at no additional cost. Due to copyright restrictions the school is unable to load apps onto multiple

devices.

13. How much will I be expected to spend on apps?

This will be capped at $40 per year as many of the apps used at school are free.

14. What if I don’t have an Apple ID or do not know how to set up the device?

Please contact the front office for assistance.

15. What if my child already has an iPad?

If your family already has an iPad and you would like to send this to school with your child, you do not need

to purchase a new device, as long as it meets the required specifications.

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16. What else will I need to buy?

A set of headphones to assist with online testing and independent work. The Apple Pencil is also listed as

an optional extra in 2020.

17. What happens if my child forgets their iPad?

Where possible a school iPad may be made available.

18. Will my child have to share the iPad I paid for?

No.

19. What happens if the iPad is not used appropriately at school?

The school’s Behaviour Management Policy will be followed in the event of inappropriate behaviour; as it is

now. At the beginning of each year, students sign a document agreeing to the terms and conditions of

having an iPad at school.

20. Will the iPad be used to access the Internet?

Yes. Students at IPS currently have access to the Internet in order to complete many tasks including

inquiry-based learning. This will remain the same with the BYOD iPad Program.

21. Will my child be taught about safe and appropriate use of the Internet?

Yes. At IPS we ensure students are educated on the importance of digital safety and citizenship. We

ensure they have the knowledge and skills to use the internet, social media and all technology in an

appropriate and effective way. We also organize incursions for students, staff and the parent community

with ySafe.

22. What is the life expectancy of an iPad?

Approximately 5+ years.

23. Will I have to buy additional Apple devices at home to support the iPad?

No. The iPad can be linked with any computer that has iTunes downloaded. Therefore, an iMac, MacBook

or iPhone are not necessary.