BYOD in schools
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A group for discussing the issues, concerns, inspirations and future visions for learners bringing their own device to school to support their learning.
Brief description: Exploring the world of students bringing their own device to support learning
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Neil Penfold commented on the blog 7 Myths about BYOD- Kane Boulton replied on the discussion topic BYOD Model
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WiFi vs. Mobile
Interesting article from eSchool News headed Mobile Rises but School WiFi Stagnates which summarises the key findings from a survey, released by Pearson and conducted on its behalf by Harris Poll, that finds that while student ownership of...5 strategies for building a powerful BYOD classroom
Interesting post from a US writer titled 5 Strategies for building a powerful BYOD classroom. His list of strategies are: Anticipate problems - they will come Teach appropriate device and Internet use constantly Blend the learning Have...7 Myths about BYOD
Thought I'd share a couple of articles that might be of use to those in this group. The first is titled "7 myths about BYOD" by Lisa Nielsen. In this she debunks a number of the arguments you often hear made about BYOD,...Avoiding digital distraction
An oft expressed concern from teachers and parents when contemplating a class full of students using their own device is the risk of 'digital distraction' - i.e. "how will we know they're on-task, and not off using the device for something other...Quick Collection Of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Resources
Blogger Steven Anderson shares some useful thoughts and links to collections of resources on BYOD. The things he mentions include: THE Journal lays out 7 myths and 7 truths around BYOD. At Edudemic, they’ve assembled a solid list of sites...Character education for the digital age
As we prepare for the return of students to our classrooms, many teachers and schools will be considering the implications of their BYOD programmes and increased wireless access meaning more kids using digital devices in school.
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BYOD - Challenging old school beliefs
Started by Larissa Hogan 03 Jul 2016 8:51pm () Replies (5) Last reply by Tessa GrayThis year I have been responsible for implementing a collaborative learning environment with 54 year 7 and 8 students. We have been given 5 lap tops, 5 apple lap tops and 9 Samsung tablets which were around 5 years old and were slow and quite...BYOD for All
Started by Natalie Garcia 19 Aug 2015 12:40pm () Replies (7) Last reply by Natalie GarciaI have recently started a page, and I would really appreciate some feedback. http://byodforall.weebly.com/ Constructive criticism is what I'm after, I don't expect everyone will agree with the idea. If you don't think the concept...e-asTTle: Android tablet - device specification
Started by Jen H 30 Jun 2015 12:19pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Jen HHi there I am part of the software development team that is working on e-asTTle. We are currently making changes to the student portal. (i.e. where students sit online tests). I would like to find out information around what android tablets...Care of device
Started by MeganCroll1 16 Apr 2015 11:06am () Replies (2) Last reply by Andrew de WitWe are about to launch a BYOD pilot programme with 2 Year 5&6 classes and are currently A question that a parent has asked is around the transportation of the device to and from school, e.g. leaked water bottle in the school bag....1:1 and 1:2 Database
Started by Mike Malcolm 07 Apr 2014 9:17pm () Replies (1) Last reply by Mike MalcolmMany Schools are implementing BYOD,1:1 & 1:2 options for their school. Trying to find out who is doing this, where, and what Year levels can be challenge for many schools who are trying to initiate something or who are already doing...BYOD Model
Started by Lorraine Vickery 03 Apr 2014 7:54pm () Replies (8) Last reply by NicIs anybody willing to share a strategic model they have developed while intergarting BYOD into their school? We are a large secondary decile 4 school. We are starting on the road to BYOD and are looking at ways to introduce it gradually, and consult...
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Optional BYOD - School Newsletter Information
We are soft starting our optional BYOD programme currently. This was information regarding it that we put in our newsletter outlining the programme, the rationale for it, key points for parents and a note about cybersafety. Prior to this we have had...
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FORUM: BYOD Pedagogy | An Enabling e-Learning event
/discussion/view/829101 - An special forum event where community members get to share their experiences with trialing and implementing BYOD in schools. Why not join in the conversations to discuss: Why go BYOD? How do schools come to the realization that BYOD...Excellent resources on BYOD for teachers
www.educatorstechnology.com - Another great resource from Educational Technology and Mobile Learning with free downloadable PDFs that cover:1- Getting Started with BYOD2- BYOD Planning and Implementation Framework3- Challenges of BYOD4- Scenarios for Mobile...byod2013 - twitter stream collated using storify
storify.com - Yesterday at the byod2013 mini conference at Albany Senior High the twitter stream was flowing beautifully with rich references and valuable insight. I have used storify to collate the twitter feed from the day. Follw the bookmark link to view the...
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Other School's BYOD Resources
Links to a google doc set up by Mister Maude from Darfield, with examples of all sorts of policy and proposal documents created by other schools as they plan for a BYOD implementation.
WiFi vs. Mobile
Interesting article from eSchool News headed Mobile Rises but School WiFi Stagnates which summarises the key findings from a survey, released by Pearson and conducted on its behalf by Harris Poll, that finds that while student ownership of...5 strategies for building a powerful BYOD classroom
Interesting post from a US writer titled 5 Strategies for building a powerful BYOD classroom. His list of strategies are: Anticipate problems - they will come Teach appropriate device and Internet use constantly Blend the learning Have...7 Myths about BYOD
Thought I'd share a couple of articles that might be of use to those in this group. The first is titled "7 myths about BYOD" by Lisa Nielsen. In this she debunks a number of the arguments you often hear made about BYOD,...Avoiding digital distraction
An oft expressed concern from teachers and parents when contemplating a class full of students using their own device is the risk of 'digital distraction' - i.e. "how will we know they're on-task, and not off using the device for something other...
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BYOD Model
Started by Lorraine Vickery 03 Apr 2014 7:54pm () Replies (8) Last reply by NicIs anybody willing to share a strategic model they have developed while intergarting BYOD into their school? We are a large secondary decile 4 school. We are starting on the road to BYOD and are looking at ways to introduce it gradually, and consult...BYOD - Challenging old school beliefs
Started by Larissa Hogan 03 Jul 2016 8:51pm () Replies (5) Last reply by Tessa GrayThis year I have been responsible for implementing a collaborative learning environment with 54 year 7 and 8 students. We have been given 5 lap tops, 5 apple lap tops and 9 Samsung tablets which were around 5 years old and were slow and quite...e-asTTle: Android tablet - device specification
Started by Jen H 30 Jun 2015 12:19pm () Replies (3) Last reply by Jen HHi there I am part of the software development team that is working on e-asTTle. We are currently making changes to the student portal. (i.e. where students sit online tests). I would like to find out information around what android tablets...Chromebook - why the student brought a chromebook as part of the schools BYOD programme
Started by Gerard Macmanus 05 Jun 2013 7:15pm () Replies (7) Last reply by vreddyOne thing that I have started thinking about has been not just why schools get a set of devices, but why do students choose the device that they want to use at school. Is it just because it is the cool thing, everyone else has one. Here is one...
BYOD in schools
Exploring the world of students bringing their own device to support learning