Sheldon College BYOD Program

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Year 1 iPad Program Sheldon College is pleased to announce the launch of the 1:1 iPad Program for all Year 1 students from 2018.

As a part of the College’s overall ICT & Digital Pedagogy strategy, all students in Year 1 will be issued with a College supplied iPad as part of a new 1:1 iPad Program.

This program allows students to use an iPad for the duration of 3 years with the intention that students will bring their privately owned laptop at the start of Year 4 in 2021.

Years 4 to 12 BYOD Program In 2018, Sheldon College implemented a compulsory BYOD Program for all Students in Year 4 to Year 12. BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) refers to students bringing a privately owned electronic communication device (e.g. laptop) to College for the purpose of learning.

As part of the BYOD Program, Sheldon College will provide the following:

> Software - All educational software will be provided by the College.

> On-Site Support - An on-site help desk will be available from 7:30am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.

> Digital Citizenship - Students and parents will have access to e-smart courses and resources.

07 3206 5555 enrolments@sheldoncollege.comsheldoncollege.com

Responsible Use of ICTSheldon College’s commitment to the responsible use of ICT is delivered as part of the pastoral and technology curriculum programs at the College.

All students take part in a range of Digital Citizenship and Cyber Safety Programs, appropriate to the year level of the student. Elements of these programs are also offered to College Parents.

Students understand that all aspects of ICT use will be monitored and that the College ICT Administration may view students’ files, usage or screens at any time for either maintenance or monitoring. Any breach of these basic requirements could result in students’ accounts being suspended or taking other disciplinary action, as determined by the College Principal.

College Expectations > Students must comply with Sheldon College’s

‘Responsible Use of ICT Policy’.

> All downloading or copying of files such as music, videos, games or programs must comply with copyright laws.

> Any personal information must be published online only under the guidance of teaching staff. Personal identifying information includes any of the following - Full name; Email address.

> Respect all College ICT equipment/devices and treat all ICT equipment/devices with care.

> If students do not follow the terms of this Policy, the College will inform their parents/guardians. In serious cases, the College may take disciplinary action.

A dedicated purchasing portal has been developed with JB Hi-Fi as an option for Sheldon College families.

The customised BYOD portal provides a simple step-by-step system that allows you to purchase devices, accessories, extended warranty and insurance from the one provider.

For further information, please refer to the College’s ‘BYOD Checklist’.

The College’s approach to technology acknowledges that it is like any other tool – it is how it is used that determines its success.

With the rapid development of technology, we are seeing a new generation of learners, along with exciting opportunities for innovative teaching and learning. Technology has had an impact on the way we think, acquire knowledge, collaborate and communicate globally.

The College’s Student Exit Outcomes are at the core of our advancement of technology integration. The College is focused on preparing students for success by providing them with the skills, knowledge and values necessary to step into the world that awaits them, to become lifelong learners and be prepared to participate responsibly and successfully in a global society.

The use of ICT within a classroom setting enables greater learner independence, increased academic engagement via ‘anytime, anywhere’ learning platforms and a higher level of student and teacher academic collaboration. This, in turn, prepares your child to compete, connect and collaborate as an ethical citizen in a global society.

The ProgramInformation and Communication Technology (ICT) Capability The Australian Curriculum explicitly addresses the need for students to meaningfully engage with technology.

Students develop Information and Communication Technology (ICT) capabilities as they learn to use ICT effectively and appropriately to access, create and communicate information and ideas. They also develop the capacity to solve problems and work collaboratively in all learning areas at Sheldon College and in their lives beyond the College.

The nature and scope of ICT capability is not fixed, but is responsive to ongoing technological developments. This is evident in the emergence of advanced internet technology over the past few years and the resulting changes in the ways that students construct knowledge and interact with others.

For further information on our Device Program, please contact Sheldon College on 07 3206 5555 or email elearning@sheldoncollege.com.

Student Exit Outcomes > Self-Directed Learners

> Creative Thinkers/Problem Solvers/Innovators

> Effective Communicators/Collaborators

> Information and Media Literate

> Skilled in Core Literacies

> High Self-Esteem

Sheldon College sets our students up for success by providing them with the skills, knowledge and values necessary:

> To make a smooth transition to University, College or the world of work

> To become lifelong learners

> To participate responsibly and successfully in a global society

Personal and Interpersonal Skills

Learning and Innovation Skills

Information, Media and Technological Skills

Life and Career Skills

Applying Digital Pedagogy As technology emerges, Sheldon College recognises the need to further prepare our teachers, students and the learning community. This involves providing opportunities to develop the skills, knowledge and values necessary when working in a digital world.

As part of our ICT and Digital Pedagogy strategic intent, the College is committed to providing rigorous, targeted learning experiences to drive successful outcomes for all students achieved by four key operational objectives:

> Interdisciplinary Approach Incorporation of STEAM curriculum in teaching and learning programs.

> Virtual Learning Environments Delivery of virtual resources via the use of a Learning Management System (LMS).

> Build Capacity Strengthening a culture of staff and student building capacity to use a range of digital tools.

> Digital Citizenship Promoting a common understanding of what it means to be a virtual citizen.