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| On-line ICT
Register |
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In the past we have sent out various paper questionnaires to
schools to gather the information we need and the statistics that
the DfES requires about the use of ICT in schools. In an
attempt to make the information we gather more useful and to reduce
the bureaucratic burden on schools, we are implementing an on-line
system. This will mean that in the future schools will only
need to consult the information we hold on them and update those
bits that have changed.
? The ICT register is designed to allow schools to record
and update the information that the LEA holds about their levels and
use of ICT.
? It can be viewed and amended at any time, enabling schools
to ensure the information we have about them is as accurate as
possible.
? It will improve the information we hold and help us better
to meet the needs of schools.
? It will inform our understanding of the broad changes in
ICT usage and the issues facing schools
? It will enable us to monitor and report on ICT in
Birmingham schools.
Please go to www.bgfl.org/cfpages/ictregister
and complete the register on line. Your login is the same as
the login for the Laptops for teachers system and the password is
the school?s postcode.
If you have any queries about this the please contact Teresa Ash
at teresa.ash@birmingham.gov.uk
or on 0121 464 5854.
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| Filtering Update -
Freewebs.com |
| Recently there have been several reports of new pornogaphic
sites being hosted on freewebs.com. Because of the nature of this
web host, and in line with our filtering policy, we have taken the
decision to block access to freewebs.com in school. If you need to
have access to a particlar educational site hosted on freewebs.com,
please email filtering@bgfl.org
with the site address and details. We will review the site and allow
access if appropriate. |
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| Internet
Literacy |
| Current research shows that pupils still do not understand how
to use the Internet safely and effectively. Birmingham have
worked with Alan November to produce a set of online materials to
support staff and students with their use of the
Internet. |
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| Standards
fund 31 |
| Details of your funding for this year will shortly be available
on BGfL. More information will be available at the forthcoming
ICT coordinators meetings. |
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| Hands on
Support |
| A part of standards fund 31a is allocated for supporting
teachers using ICT across the curriculum in their classroom.
School effectiveness division (formerly BASS) are leading on the
support for this and have produced a website to support schools in
their planning and implementation. |
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| eBriefing |
| Have you registered to receive e-mail notification of new
documents? As all documents are added to the system, eBriefing now
provides a central place to search for the information you
need. |
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| Co-ordinating ICT in school provides a range of challenges. This
page will gather links to current guidance and advice.
If you have a question concerning ICT please e-mail andy_pyper@birmingham.gov.uk |
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