Students have access to eLearning platforms and modules such as:
- The Learning Place
- Assignment submission via SafeAssign Portals
- Clickview video service
- Adobe Creative Cloud software
- Microsoft Office suite (online and downloadable Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Class Notebook module for OneNote)
- Includes 1Tb storage per student
One of the advantages of using the BYOD program is that students find the content more engaging and educationally beneficial when accessed on their own devices as opposed to a shared school device. Along with the fact that students may continue to access many of the materials outside of school on their device even if not connected to the internet.
Many textbook providers now utilise digital formats downloadable to a personal device and also provide additional electronic resources to extend learning.
Our learning platforms continue to be flexible in providing access to a range of device types, brands, models and specifications allowing freedom of choice for parents and caregivers, as long as the device meets our minimum specifications. Craigslea recommends an iPad device in Years 7 and 8 and a laptop in Years 9 to 12.
Craigslea will continue to maintain appropriate levels of access to specialist computing labs and facilities for software which cannot reasonably be accessed from a BYO device (for example Design, Film, TV and New Media, Visual Arts and some Business subjects)
Suggested additional resources for parents:
- Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Expectations
- Recommended Device Types
- Connection, Case and Insurance
- iPad Apps List for Junior Secondary students
- BYOD Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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