NCTE

The National Centre for Technology in Education is the government agency established to provide advice, support and information on the use of ICT in education

School ICT culture

Is your school ICT culture at the initial, intermediate or advanced stage?

 

Initial Students are guaranteed a 'turn' on the computers
Intermediate Structured ICT access is available during school time
Advanced School environment encourages independent ICT use by both teachers and students
 
Initial Teachers have limited access to computers during school hours
Intermediate ICT access is facilitated outside of teaching time
Advanced ICT use outside of normal teaching time is encouraged
 
Initial Classroom displays are supported by computer-produced labels
Intermediate Classroom displays contain computer-produced content
Advanced Computers are considered a school resource that students can use to support their work when applicable
 
Initial School does not have a website
Intermediate School has an active and up-to-date website with some student involvement
Advanced School website is developed and maintained by teachers and students; it focuses on student activities and curriculum resources
 
Initial School does not engage with other schools on ICT issues
Intermediate School is involved in ICT projects (national and / or international)
Advanced School is seen as an exemplar of best practice by other schools
 
Initial Computers are used reluctantly by teachers
Intermediate School is an 'ICT friendly' zone
Advanced Positive, supportive ICT culture exists throughout the school