Module 10: Activity 2B: A vision for school ICT policy

For the school to successfully integrate ICT, it must be seen and used as a transformation tool for the learning institution.

Since no two schools are identical with respect to needs, it is advised that the school's vision for ICT must be developed in such a way that it caters for the needs of that specific school. 

Here are some key points that should be in ICT vision for school:-

• developing the level of ICT and how it can be integrated in other disciplines. 
• using a wide range of applications so that learning is impacted positively.
• organizing teaching experiences in ways that would make maximum use of ICT.

Clear ICT vision + beliefs = improved teaching/learning

Key terms and their uses

1. Policy - states the vision
2. Principles - guides decision making
3. A Development Plan - parallel to the policy; details the description of the order of the process  timelines
4. Handbook - houses, procedures, guidelines, rules and operational matters

From Computers to Attainment

Seven steps are recommended to be used for it to be successful. Each step is dependent on the tier that precedes it.

Step 1: computers

Step 2: teaching

Step 3: ICT capability

Step 4: Application

Step 5: Outcomes

Step 6: Attainment

Step 7: Achievement

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