Barriers and Considerations in Technology Implementation Plan

Barriers and Considerations in Technology Implementation Plan

1. Barriers to adoption of technology: Students and Staff

   • Lack of Technology training in schools
   • Lack of knowledge using technology effectively in the classroom
   • Fear and Perception of Technology in Education

2. Software to support learning

   • eBooks: Long term purchasing plan
     • How do students access ebooks? Where are they housed? Follett shelve, etc.
   • Game based learning
   • Databases and Information rich Vrtual Learning Enviromnents
     • Safe Search for Students
     • Academic Preparation for University
     • Age appropriate infomation
   • Adaptive Technology for special needs students

3. Ethical and Legal Consideration

   • Cyber Bullying and School's Responsability
   • Health and safety of staff and students
     • Cords are a major slip, trips, and fall hazard
     • Protecting Children Online
       • internet filters vs. freedom of information
   • BYOD policies
     • Considerations for theft and insurance implications

4. Technology considerations Devices and Hardware

   • Desktop VS. Laptop
   • iPad vs Tablets
   • eReaders
   • Wifi
     • Bandwidth
     • Connectivity for BYOD Devices
   • Equity providing devices to students
     • Blended BYOD model and district purchased devices

5. Supporting Technology implimentation

   • Technical support, (IT IS)
   • Charging and storage solutions
   • Tracking of devices and Loss prevention strategies

6. Licensing and Canadian Copyright Law

   • Copyright Matters
     • Fair Dealing Legislations (effective 2012)
   • Licensing and personal/ district liability
     • Apps 1:1
       • Apple VPP for Apple
       • Google Play for Education
     • eBooks
       • District purchasing
         • School purchasing
     • Educational programs and game licensing