Chapter 6 Leveraging Technology

Some good points made in this chapter although not my favourite this far. I think there are may implications for big picture planning eg CEDP. I believe that the diocese has done really well in assisting schools to embrace technology through a balance between pedagogy and devices. I perfectly understand that it is impossible to wait for all schools to be demonstrating contemporary pedagogy before devices should be used however it is very true that devices in themselves does not improve practice.
Some of the key points of this chapter include:

• The importance of a robust infrastructure as a slow internet system or devices that dont work are  very frustrating for teachers.
• The importance of a vision for learning first and go from there. "What do we want learning to look like in our classrooms?'
• I particularly agreed with the quality of computer use is connected to the teacher's confidence in using technology but my thinking is also their confidence in understanding the learning process. In this way they can explore the possibilities that technology can afford.
• The aspect of Privacy in the use of technology is becoming more an more of an issue not only in education but across many aspects of society eg Facebook. Added to this is the issue of Copyright
• The Chapter touched on the importance of ensuring systems are compatible. CEDP is improving this aspect however learning is continual and can lead to overload.
• The last point for me is how to manage the Refresh Cycle. Considerations include budget and Process.