Transcript Are you ready for “BYOD”? Bring Your Own Device

PCS – BYOD
Are you ready for devices in your classroom?
August 2013
Today’s students are:
• They are digital natives
• They live in a multimedia world
• Their media is all color
• They prioritize visual learning
• They demand creativity
• They learn best through trial and error
• They constantly connect and collaborate
• They access information that is live and linked
What is BYOD?
• BYOD is an acronym for Bring Your Own
Device.
• A “device” is defined as a privately owned
laptop, tablet computing device, netbook,
notebook, e-Reader, iPod Touch, iPad, or
smartphone.
• For this program, “device” also includes
any similar product owned by Pendleton
County Schools and provided for student
use.
Why BYOD?
• Our students are digital natives and live in
a world where information creation and
consumption is constantly occurring.
• We feel that access to the tools and
resources of a world-wide network and
understanding when and how these tools
are appropriately and effectively used are
imperative in each student’s education.
• We envision a learning environment where
technology is a part of us, not apart from
us.
When will it begin?
The district has the “generic” BYOD form that
gives parent permission for the device to come to
school. If you want to implement a policy more
specific it will need to be reviewed by your site
base and approved.
All students must successfully pass their digital
citizenship training in order to utilize their device
at school (LMS). Stickers will be placed on
student ID to show they have completed and pass
this training successfully!
How will BYOD be used in the
classroom?
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Projects
Research
Response device for assessments
Collaboration
Presentations
Other instructional and school related
purposes
What is the expectation for use of
mobile devices in the classroom?
• You as the teacher determine when use
of mobile devices is appropriate and
allowed within your classroom.
• Students are responsible for their own
mobile devices.
• Teachers are expected to read and abide
by the Acceptable Use Policy (AUP).
• Teachers may also use their own devices
during the school day.
How will I control which apps are
on a student owned device?
• The simple answer is that you will not.
• It is likely that your students will bring
a variety of devices to school. Some
examples are iOS (Apple) devices,
Android devices and Windows 8.
• All devices students are using should be
capable of accessing the internet
resources via the PCS - BYOD network.
(PCS NET)
How will I control which apps are
on a student owned device?
• Any app download and/or purchase for
student owned devices is the responsibility
of the student/parent.
• While it is acceptable to mention specific
curricular apps to students, you can not
require students to download them on their
personal devices.
• Many free apps contain inappropriate
advertising and/or content. These apps
must be thoroughly reviewed prior to use
with students.
Which mobile devices are
allowed?
• Internet enabled devices that can
connect to the district’s wireless network
• These devices may include, but are not
limited to:
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iPod Touch
iPad
other tablet computing devices
smartphones
laptops
netbook
e-Readers
How will my students access the
internet?
• Students will access the internet through
the PCS BYOD wireless network on a
registered device. (PCS NET)
• This network will provide filtered internet
access as well as access to some other
District systems and resources.
• Any and all access may be monitored for
the purposes of network security and
student safety.
What are the responsibilities of
students?
• Read, agree and adhere to the PCS
Acceptable Use Policy. (AUP)
• Access the internet through the PCS
BYOD network only. (Access of the
internet through data plans such as
3G/4G networks is prohibited.)
– PCS is not responsible for any data or app
charges that a student may incur from a
service provider.
What are the responsibilities of
students?
• Use of the PCS BYOD network is for
instructional and school related purposes only.
Students may not use any device or service for
non-educational purposes during school hours,
unless granted permission by a school
administrator or teacher.
• Devices may only be used in certain approved
areas of the school. Students may not use
devices in parts of the school designated as no
technology zones or any other areas where
devices are not permitted.
What are the responsibilities of
students?
• The student is responsible for the condition of
the their device used for BYOD including
updates, antivirus software and any repairs.
• Personal devices should be brought to school
fully charged and should be capable of lasting a
full school day without recharging.
• The student is fully responsible, at all times, for
personal devices brought to school. PCS is not
liable for any loss, damage, or theft of
personally owned devices.
What are some of the other
guidelines in place for students?
• For classes where the teacher has opted to
use a social media site for communication
and/or assignments, the recommended
social media site for the PCS BYOD
program is Edmodo.
• No device, personal or otherwise, may be
used to record, store, or transmit any type
of image, sound or video from PCS, except
for approved projects and with the
permission of the teacher.
What are some of the other
guidelines in place for students?
• If reasonable belief exists that the
student has violated the terms of the
Acceptable Use Policy, or other district
policy, the student's device may be
inspected and/or confiscated.
Subsequent or additional disciplinary
action involving misuse of technology
may extend to loss of technology
privileges or further action as
determined by PCS
What are a parent’s
responsibilities?
• Carefully read and review the
Acceptable Use Policy - BYOD
paperwork that will be sent home with
their child and indicate their agreement.
• Be sure their child’s device is in proper
working order and is fully charged daily.
• Monitor their child’s usage of their
mobile devices.
How will my students register
their devices?
• Devices may only be registered after the
students and the parent/guardian have
agreed to the Acceptable Use Policy.
• BYOD papers are returned to your lab
manager and she reports those to Mr.
Klaber at the BO.
• The first time a student connects to the
internet using their device on the PCS
BYOD network they will need to enter
their login information.
What if a child doesn’t have a
device to bring to school?
• Not every child will have their own
device.
• The District will provide access to the
internet via classroom computers and a
limited number of mobile devices.
• Students may collaborate with another
student as appropriate
Ways to use BYOD
• Web-based applications for classroom
polling and quick tests
• Audio for podcasting and radio broadcasts
• App (skill practice)
• Research
• Video
• QR codes
• Digital storytelling
• Language learning
BYOD Impact
• More engaged and motivated students
• Students are held accountable for their
learning, puts them in charge
• Encourages continued learning outside of the
classroom walls
• Personalized, students tap into their individual
learning preferences
• Helps students identify skills that will make
them life-long learners
• Gives students a preview of how their future
workplaces will operate
Where can I get more
information?
• Common Sense Media
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/
Resources:
• PPT adapted from Collier County Public
schools
• Common Sense Media
www.commonsensemedia.org