Cambridge Primary School acknowledges that the 21st Century is increasingly complex, global and networked. A ‘Bring Your Own Device’ (BYOD) programme supports our tamariki to develop the skills and dispositions required to succeed in modern classrooms. The NZ Curriculum reflects this need with a strong focus on promoting digitally capable, global citizens.
Through the use of e-learning tools, we are aiming to create motivated, self-directed learners who know learning can happen anywhere, anytime. Children can access their learning independently, know the different places where they can get help, can show what they have learned and reflect on that.
The children in all Hillary and Rutherford classes have GAFE (Google) accounts to access, store, create and reflect on their learning from both school and home. Each child will be able to share their learning progress with their families. The school has some devices in the classrooms, but we strongly encourage students to bring their own device as they then have flexible access to their learning at home and at school.
Why Bring Your Own Device? What are the advantages?
BYOD allows students to use their own device that is set up to their specifications, for their learning. This has many benefits, including:
enabling students to take increasing responsibility for their own learning and know their device
empowering students to learn at a pace, place and in a way that suits them
teaches students what tools can be used and how to discern what tool will best help with their learning
tailoring the device to the student user
Our preferred devices are Chromebooks for all Hillary and Rutherford classes : (Year 3 - 6 students.)
Why a Chromebook?
Price - the majority of Chromebooks cost significantly less than your average laptop
They are generally more durable than tablets and most Mac and PC laptops
Have a long battery life of 6+ hours
Fewer security issues, with built-in virus and malware protection
Simpler technical support, most issues are resolved with a restart or settings reset
General Chromebook requirements
Recommended Chromebook
We recommend our local Noel Leeming who offer education prices.
Please see BYOD website and Brochure recommendations below.
https://www.noelleeming.co.nz/c/byod
If you would like further assistance, please contact the office or email: carmel@cambridgeprimary.co.nz