This document discusses bringing your own device (BYOD) policies in schools. It outlines some of the costs associated with upgrading networks and wireless access to support BYOD. It also discusses potential benefits like reducing device costs while increasing student access. Challenges like cyberbullying and access to inappropriate content are mentioned along with strategies for parental engagement and establishing trust. The role of digital leaders and staff training are highlighted as important for successful rollout and integration of BYOD policies in schools.

1. I have a dream...
Bring Your Own Device
A viable alternative

2. • Biggest cost and investment is in the network
• Servers and access points need upgrading or
extending
• No costs of devices except for those who can't afford
them
• Pupil Premium
• Does BYOD represent value for money?
Costs

3. Developing Pedagogy
Exchange
Swapping traditional
practices with ICT
Enhance
Deepen learning
through use of ICT
Extend
Change content,
process and location of
learning
Empower
Empower learners to
take control of their
own learning
Enrich
Engage learners through
richer mix of media
The impact of BYOD on learning and teaching

4. • Disengagement
• "Treat the behaviour, not the device"
• Cyber-Bullying
• PHSE and e-safety
• Access to unfiltered material
• Your network is safer than theirs
Abuse of technology

5. Parents expect school to
be like it was.
Parental Engagement
Problem Potential Response
• Get parents on board
• Establish trust
• Parents evenings
• Use Social media

6. Devices
• Battery life
• Charging points
• Requirements
• Function
What do you want to
DO with the devices?
App Ecosystem
• App ecosystems
• Web-based tools
• Limitations
App expectations
•Minimum expectation
• Student choice
• Learning conversations
Device Considerations

7. Wifi
• Open wifi
• Experiment
• Policies
Staff Training
• Two-hour session
• 30 tools
• Time to play
• Department planning
Department time
• Digital Leaders
• Trials
Department CPD
• DLs deliver CPD
• Role reversal
Roll-Out Procedure - Finham

8. • Digital leaders led the transition to
BYOD
• Auditing the use of apps and mobile
devices, and assessing impact.
• Delivered CPD to staff
• Solved basic ICT problems
• Developed specialisms
• Trouble-shooting for staff
• Running digital safety courses for
parents (and teachers)
• Drafted the BYOD policy in conjunction
with PHSE
Digital Leaders - a pivotal role

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• Impact on motivation and
enjoyment of learning
• Varied educational diet
• Improved student organisation
• Active, collaborative learners
• Personalised interventions
• From "Sage on the stage" to
"Guide by the side"
Benefits to Learning