2. Plan strategically to transform learning through the sustainable use of technology. Share experiences and ideas to further develop your planning for the use of ICT. Consider new tools and technologies offering innovative and exciting opportunities for learners.

3. “Don't limit a child to your own learning, for he was born in another time.” Rabindranath Tagore

4. ALFA Alien E-Game An interactive game to inspire Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 children in gaining a good understanding of the county of Somerset. Anticipated playing length: approx 1.5 – 2 hours (or less, if focusing on some key tasks). Teacher Resources included: classroom projects and tasks CDs have been sent to all Primary schools

6. www.somersetelim.orgwww.somersetelim.org: support for … and learning with technology across the curriculum

7. Have you considered becoming an ICT Advocate?

9. Education Technology support Consultancy: In-school training for individuals, schools and groups of schools Support for new ICT leaders (free to Blue Book subscribing schools) Interactive Whiteboard training Online learning (inc. Fronter)training and support ICT Capability in the classroom Creativity in the classroom ICT and Early Years e-Safety for pupils, teachers and parents (including support for 360Safe) Moving towards ICT Mark Assessment £462 per day, £249 per half day, £86 per hour for Blue Book subscribing schools (non-subscribing schools contact team for pricing)

10. Education Technology support Courses for 2011/12 Primary: ICT Leader updates Making Fronter work for you and your learners Let them choose: a new approach to learning with ICT e-Safety in a primary school Middle/Secondary: e-Safety in a middle/secondary school All Using SWGfL SafetyNet4 (filtering software)

12. Management Information Systems Support Consultancy and courses The Education MIS Team provides schools with access to a broad range of staff training and development opportunities including courses, workshops (using school’s own data if required), on-site training sessions and specialised bespoke training, including: SIMS.net Core New Users SIMS.net Attendance/Lesson Monitor SIMS.net Personnel SIMS.net SEN SIMS.net Behaviour Management SIMS.net Reporting- Introductory and Advanced Level Equipment Register

13. Management Information Systems Support Consultancy and courses The Education MIS Team provides schools with access to a broad range of staff training and development opportunities including courses, workshops (using school’s own data if required), on-site training sessions and specialised bespoke training, including: SIMS.net Assessment Manager - Secondary / Middle SIMS.net Assessment Manager – Tracking Pupil Progress Primary SIMS.net Profiles for Student Reports Exams Organiser - Secondary Schools Cover 7 – Secondary Schools Curriculum and Academic Management Microsoft Word and Excel

15. Somerset Learning Platform Support Free online training courses: Introduction to SLP Further Features Website Governor and Parental Access Experienced User e-Communications Workshop sessions: (£40 per session for Blue Book subscribing schools) Staff new to SLP SLP Essentials SLP Experienced User