BYOT Parent Meeting Anderson 5

Overview We are one of thirteen schools piloting BYOT in the district. We are not requiring any student to have a device. During the year, the teachers will share what they have learned with each other and other schools in the district.

Why BYOT? Decreases cost of supplying technology Broadens learning beyond the classroom Takes advantage of teachable moments Increases interest Access information and tools Prepares students for higher education and tomorrow’s workplace

How will the devices be used? Access current references and information (Atlas, Almanac, Dictionary, Thesaurus, Weather, Current events, Translator, etc.) Take and share notes; access notes from web pages Access teacher & content websites Organization – calendar/ files/ assignments, etc. Student and teacher collaboration Document labs; take surveys Study aide Much more

BYOT Timeline September 24-28, 2012 Parent Meetings at each school involved in the BYOT Pilot. September 24-28, 2012 BYOT Contracts given to all students to take home for parent signatures. September 28, 2012 Students return signed contracts. (Those who do not have a signed contract will not be allowed to bring to school or use a personal communications device in class nor may they use anyone else's.) October 1, 2012 Students may bring to school their Wi-Fi capable devices for use in the classroom.

Device Safety/Security Issues Students are responsible to safeguard, supervise and secure their devices. Students are expected to RESPECT the property of others. Teachers will secure classrooms. Handle theft or damage as a discipline matter. Will not be required to have other students use their device.

BYOT Use Students must be RESPONSIBLE – same expectation for computer use. Only School Wi-Fi can be used to access internet (NO cell phone – 3G/4G access allowed). Turn it off! Wi-Fi has district filter. Teacher may confiscate any device being used inappropriately. School discipline procedures will be enforced. Teachers will monitor use at all times.

Device Rules Teachers have complete control over the use of devices in their classroom. “DEVICE UP” & “DEVICE DOWN” Teachers will let students know in advance when devices can be used in a lesson. Students NOT allowed to use their devices in common areas: before school – gym/cafeteria; at recess, in media center.

Equity Issue Concerned about some students being left out. If a child cannot provide a device that they will not be left out. As part of our Pilot Program, we will be working to address equity issues. If a student doesn't have their own technology, they will be able to work in groups with one device.

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