Dalyellup Primary School



692159271000 Dalyellup Primary School BYOD Apple iPad Program: 2019471466814033500Program OutlineFrequently Asked QuestionsPurchasing or Leasing, iPad Setup & Other ConsiderationsRequired School AppsBuying Options & ChoicesOverviewDalyellup Primary School is proud to be a leading Digital Technologies School in the South West Region of WA. We have been running a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) Parent-funded iPad Program since 2013, and pride ourselves in the quality programs that we are able to offer through the use of these devices.As a Parent/Carer of a student at Dalyellup Primary School, your child will be given the unique opportunity to participate in this program. By purchasing or leasing an iPad device for your child, he/she will benefit educationally in a range of ways that have, until the introduction of this program, not been possible.Why a BYOD iPad Program?The iPad BYOD program is an exciting venture that the school is undertaking. Students with access to their own individual iPad will be able to maximize learning opportunities by always having it available. They will be able to use the same device at school and at home to make learning an option 24/7. The iPad works best as a single user device where no login is required, and provides opportunities for personalised, student-centred learning. Children having their own iPad also allows for a level of parental involvement in learning not previously possible.Students who have their own iPad at school will have: - Exclusive use of their iPad throughout the course of each day, and - Will be able to use it to complete and store a wide range of content without having to share it.Students who do not have their own iPad at school will:- Be provided with a school-owned device when one is available to the class, however the device will likely be shared and will not be available for students to take home. By participating in a BYOD iPad program your child will be bringing their iPad between home and school on a daily basis. In our opinion, this provides first-time access to your child’s learning and affords parents the opportunity to become more actively involved in their child’s education.446532024130004494677-18171001.0 Why the iPad as a device?The iPad is a personal device and reasonably priced to act as a BYOD, anywhere, anytime, learning device. Fast start up – no wasted learning time waiting to log on. Multi-media capabilities – camera, video and voice recorder – offering greater opportunities for creativity and sharing. Students have the ability to publish, inform, entertain and collaborate with a wider audience. The abundance of apps and access to information on a vast range of topics allows students and teachers to pursue areas relevant to classroom learning and Australian Curriculum content. The touch interface correlates to the technology students use in their everyday life and allows a high level of interactivity. A 10 hour battery life means the iPad can be used throughout the entire school day. There is anywhere, anytime access to current information that contains text, sound, images and interactivity. Light and portable, easily carried in the school bag and to and from Library, PE, Music etc., when required. The iPad is seen to be an intuitive device and minimal technical support is required. The iPad facilitates the use of individual, paired, small group and large group work easily. Sharing and collaboration are enhanced. Facts are at hand, requiring less expert knowledge and more mentorship from the teacher. 2.0 Frequently Asked Questions1. Why do we use iPads in school?The Australian Curriculum requires students to develop ICT capability as they learn to use ICT effectively and appropriately to access, create and communicate information and ideas, solve problems and work collaboratively in all learning areas at school, and in their lives beyond school.iPads as a tool are fast and automated, interactive and multimodal, and they support the rapid communication and representation of knowledge to many audiences and its adaptation in different contexts. They afford students the opportunity to transform the ways that they think and learn and give them greater control over how, where and when they learn.2. Why a Parent Funded BYOD?The school is not financially able to provide a device for each student to allow for the learning opportunities that we believe will equip your child to take their place in the world after they leave school.3. Should every child have a device?Students having access to their own individual iPad will be able to maximize learning opportunities by always having the device available. They will be able to use the same device at school and at home to make learning an option 24/7. The iPad works best as a single user device where no log in is required, and provides opportunities for personalized, student-centred learning. Children having their own device also allows for a level of parental involvement in learning not previously possible.4. Will my son/daughter stop handwriting?441847748405200No - The development of fine motor and handwriting skills are still considered fundamental at Dalyellup Primary School. Many iPad activities are undertaken as part of a process towards achieving learning outcomes, and using pen and paper is more often than not a part of that process.5. Will my son/daughter still need access to a computer at home?Access to a computer at home may complement learning experiences, but is not necessarily a requirement if an iPad is available.6. Have the teachers been trained on how to use the iPads in the classroom?Yes - We view our teachers as learners too. Teachers at Dalyellup Primary School have had, and will continue to have, access to Professional Learning opportunities and support from many external sources. We consider their learning to be developmental and constantly evolving and constantly look for ways to best support their technological and pedagogical understandings.What Apps will be required and who will pay for them? The school had identified a core set of Apps that are required for each iPad. A process for deploying these Apps on to your iPad is provided by the staff at Computer West, if you are unsure of how to do this (see information at the end of this document). We intend on keeping the number of required paid Apps to under $50, and will consult with parents when additional Apps are recommended. A list of required Apps is provided in this document. Can the apps be installed on other iPads, iPhone or iPods? Yes - The school provided apps become the property of the family and can be loaded onto up to 5 other devices that use the same Apple ID. Will my child be able to install other apps and games? Yes - However the purchase of all apps, games, music etc. must be made with an Apple ID, which requires a password. The owner of the Apple ID must be at least 13 years of age and it is strongly recommended that this is a parent. Hence parents have control over the Apple ID password and what is installed on the iPad. Will students be able to store music on the iPads? Yes - students can store their music on the iPad. Again this requires the use of the Apple ID which the parent should have control over. Will students be able to use Facebook, Instagram, Kik, etc. on the device? No - Users of Facebook, Instagram, Kik and other Social Media Apps must be 13 years of age or older, hence these Apps should not be used on the device at any time, even by an adult. Access to Social Media Apps is prohibited at school and is thus blocked. 12. Will students be able to use the iPads at recess and lunchtime? 444436514072500No - Students are encouraged to be active and socialize during break times; hence the use of the iPads will not be allowed during these times. 13. Will my child’s Internet usage be monitored at school? Yes - The school has an Internet filtering system that aims to stop inappropriate material reaching the students. Teacher supervision is also important in monitoring student usage and behaviour online, and student education has taken place and will continue to reinforce strategies for appropriate and safe behaviour online. Students can and do occasionally come acrossinappropriate content. We believe that providing them with strategies to deal with such occasions in a safe and supportive environment is preferable to them dealing with the issue in unsupported circumstances. Can the school regulate student use of the Internet at home? No - The school is unable to regulate student Internet usage at home. We encourage parents to be aware of what their child is doing on any Internet enabled device (computer, iPad, iPhone, iPod) and strongly encourage the use of these devices in family areas only (not in private areas such as bedrooms).How much time will my child spend using the iPad each day? The iPad becomes a tool amongst many at the disposal of the teacher and students throughout the day. With any learning experience, the teacher is best placed to decide which tool will be most effective in meeting the intended learning outcome. iPads are not intended to be a replacement or a substitute for any of the more conventional tools teachers have at their disposal. It is the school’s belief that any well rounded approach to education involves balanced access to a variety of tools. iPads simply increase the number of tools at the teacher’s disposal and are only used when they are the best tool for the job.3.0 Purchasing/Leasing & iPad Setup Currently, in excess of 80% of the Year 4, 5 & 6 Students at our school bring their own iPads, while the remaining students share school-owned iPads on a daily basis. PURCHASING AN IPAD:PLEASE NOTE: Where you buy an iPad from is entirely up to you. There are numerous local options including department stores and on-line. You may choose to purchase the device and associated peripherals outright, or you may choose to lease the device for a fortnightly or monthly payment (see below).The following options are available for the iPad:OPTION 1: The iPad (6th Generation) 32GB Wi-Fi. This iPad represents the best value for money of the 9.7 inch iPads available. The 32GB capacity is ideal for everyday use at school and at home.The Current Apple Education price can be obtained online from either: - .au (using the unique access code DALPRISTU17) OR 2: The iPad (6th Generation) 128GB Wi-Fi. This iPad has 4 times the capacity of the 32GB device. It is about $130.00 more expensive than the 32GB iPad, though it is useful if you require lots of storage for photos, movies, projects, etc.494581920701000OPTION 3: An iPad Mini may be purchased if cost is an issue. This iPad, however, is not suitable for use when students are doing online testing such as NAPLAN or ACER. PURCHASING OPTIONS:COMPUTER WEST in Busselton have compiled a package which includes: An iPad @ $439.00A Tempered Glass Screen Protector installed by Computer West staff @ $25.00 (strongly recommended)A protective case @ $79.00 (compulsory), A $50 iTunes Gift Card to purchase school-required Apps @ $50.00 (required),AppleCare+ for iPad @ $99.00 (optional), andA Parent Care Pack that includes complete iPad setup and installation of required Apps @ $89.00 (optional).Further information about this package is at the end of this booklet or by accessing the Computer West BYOD Portal at: .au . On the page, select the BYOD heading in the main navigation bar and enter the access code: DALPRISTU17.LEASING AN IPAD:It is possible to obtain an iPad on a lease or plan through any of the larger telecommunications companies (Telstra, Optus or Vodafone) in a similar way we do a mobile phone. Simply go to one of these retailers and enquire about getting an iPad on a lease or plan. The main consideration when taking this option is that you will be required to choose an iPad that is both Wi-Fi and Cellular, rather than Wi-Fi only, which makes the overall price of the iPad slightly higher. Plan payments are usually monthly and for a 24-month period, after which time the iPad is yours to keep. For further information about this, please speak to staff one of the abovementioned outlets.IPAD SETUP:An iPad is set up in much the same way that an iPhone is, in that you create an Apple ID, sign in, and then purchase the required Apps. A booklet has been prepared to assist parents with this, that is available from the school upon puter West in Busselton offer a Parent Care Pack for $89.00 for those parent who would prefer to have the iPad set up for them.4.0 RecommendationsCare of the iPad:As the iPad is privately owned, parents will need to ensure that it is covered by their home and contents insurance policy. Please check with your insurance provider. For warranty items, the iPad will be covered by the AppleCare Warranty (if purchased). For warranty claims or repairs, the device can be taken or sent directly to Computer West in Busselton or Solutions IT in Bunbury, who are both authorized Apple Service Agents for the South West.86638447327000Using an older iPad: If the iPad is one that has a wide charging socket at its’ base then it is too old and is deemed not suitable, as these devices will not have the capacity to run many of the school Apps. To determine if an older iPad will be suitable to use at school, refer to the diagram below:46031141421400392610715894500 iPad not suitable iPad suitable5.0 Technical ConsiderationsApple ID: An Apple ID will be needed for use with the iPad to download apps. Please be aware that you need to be at least 13 years old to sign up for an Apple ID so parents need to do this and have control over the password. Personal Apps: Personal apps, games, music etc. can be downloaded onto the iPad – parents have control over this as it requires the use of the Apple ID and password. Backing up data on the iPad: Data on the device can be backed up via iTunes on a computer at home or via Apple’s iCloud service over the Internet. Information on backing up the iPad is provided in the Preparing your iPad booklet that is available from the school upon request.Parental restrictions: Can be placed on the type of apps and content that can be downloaded. A Parent workshop early next year will explain this and other features of the iPad in greater detail.Protecting the iPad: Students must keep the iPad in its protective case, which can then be placed inside their school approved library bag. The library bag should then be placed inside the student’s school bag. The school and parents will need to educate students on the care of the iPad to prevent damage. Battery Life: There is an expectation that the iPad will be bought to school fully charged each day. There will not be charging facilities at school for your child’s iPad.6.0 Other ConsiderationsCyber Safety: Cyber safety issues are a concern with all Internet based devices. Parents are responsible for working with the school to ensure that their children are competent and respectful users of the Internet and the technology provided to them. Dalyellup Primary School regularly presents student and parent Cyber Safety Workshops, and will continue to teach Cyber Safety and Security for Years 1 to 6 during 2019.Security: Restrictions to the iPad can be implemented by parents. Again, Dalyellup Primary School will run an iPad Parent Workshop early in 2019 to explain the procedures for ensuring Cyber Security.What about the rest of the school? All classrooms in Pre-Primary to Year 3 will be given access to a bank of 16 devices shared between 2 rooms. Students in Year 4 to 6 who do not participate in the BYOD program will be given access to the school owned devices, however this will be a shared arrangement between classes, and they will not be able to take the devices home.Do you have further questions about the Dalyellup Primary School BYOD Program?We are only too happy to help - please call us on: 9795 2999 ................
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