[Dfey-nw-discuss] [Fwd: [sf-uk-discuss] HMI report "The importance of ICT in schools"]

[Tim Dobson]

...wow! That's exactly what I've experienced.

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Subject: [sf-uk-discuss] HMI report "The importance of ICT in schools"
Date: Sat, 21 Mar 2009 10:46:11 +0000
From: Ian Lynch <address@hidden>
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http://tinyurl.com/dyhopm

First key finding

In both phases, higher-attaining pupils and students were insufficiently
challenged, often spending time consolidating what they could already do
rather than acquiring higher-level skills, particularly in some
vocational courses at Key Stage 4.

Over- reliance on a standard ‘office’ application and operating system
restricted their opportunities to develop generic and transferable
skills.

Para 103
For instance, open source operating systems and software are now a
reliable and cost-effective solution, enabling the few schools that
choose this route to achieve excellent value for money.

A few schools have used open source software for establishing a virtual
learning environment, enabling them to obtain several years’ worth of
development with no licensing costs.


NAACE is compiling opinions on the report. Would SF-UK/OSC like to make
an official contribution?


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