1. Using ICT in the Classroom Assessment, Templates and Individual Education Plans

2. Using ICT for Assessment Teacher observation Screening checklists Curriculum profiles Standardised screening tests Diagnostic tests Rating scales

3. 3 Teacher Observation Value of observation of pupil using reinforcement software Teacher is free to observe and record Computer is non-judgemental Pupil unaware of assessment Assessment will be skill-specific and not hindered by other difficulties

4. 4 Features of software suitable for teacher observation Clearly defined skills in each activity Easy access to particular skill areas Graduated levels of difficulty Teacher facility to add additional material Facility to record child’s progress

5. 5 Teacher designed Assessment Screening Checklists Rating scales Screening profiles Curriculum profiles

6. 6 Value of teacher designed assessment using ICT Skill specific Objective Clarity of print and graphics Teacher is free to observe and record Information can be used for short – term planning Review made easy Consistent approach to assessment and recording in a school

7. 7 Creating Templates Useful for special needs teachers: Customise for particular needs Used for a variety of purposes –Assessment (e.g. checklists and rating scales) –Development of individual education plans (IEPs) –Progress reports

8. IEP Templates Choices Electronic, hardcopy or both? Commercial templates? Examples provided by the DES Design your own?

9. 9 Electronic Templates Issues to consider Ease of use Flexibility Cost Clarity

10. 10 Design your own Skill? What package: dedicated or word processor? Adaptability?

11. 11 Software Programs Features Bank of objectives provided Option to add own objectives/targets Examples IEP Manager, IEP Writer