ICT for Teaching Assistants [Paperback]

The role of ICT in enhancing both teaching and learning in classrooms continues to develop, no more so than when in the hands of effective practitioners. This easy-to-use book outlines the many ways in which it can be used, both as a subject, and as a tool to support learning across the curriculum.

Now fully updated to take into account innovations in ICT and the revised National Occupational Standards, ICT for Teaching Assistantslooks at the impact of these changes and includes:

• Practical examples of how ICT, including web-based tools such as blogs and wikis, can be used;
• Guidance to working competently and safely on the internet;
• Suggestions for activities with ideas for how these can be used in a variety of contexts;
• Advice on gathering evidence to help build assessment plans
• Information on health and safety and legal requirements.

With links throughout to the National Occupational Standards for Teaching Assistants at Levels 2 and 3, this accessible book is essential for teaching assistants who wish to develop their confidence in ICT.

1. How we learn and how computers help  2. Including all learners  3. ICT in the curriculum  4. The scope of ICT  5. ICT to communicate  6. Working with data  7. Presenting ideas  8. Developing multimedia skills  9. The opportunities of working online  10. Being safe online  11. Taking control - putting yourself in charge  12. What is good ICT teaching?  13. Health and safety issues  14. Legal knowledge  15. Keeping up to date and getting qualified  Appendix 1.  Appendix 2.  Appendix 3.

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