e-Learning News

Coding Club Reminder

To the Year 3-6 students who are interested in Coding Club, remember there is a meeting on Thursday 20th  February in Mr Lane's room. You are expected to bring some ideas about how you can meet a need. This does not mean you need a complete project ready to go but have an idea that you would like to pursue. This can be done on your own or with other people. 

 

Some possible ideas could be:

  • I want to use digital technology to help teach someone to read
  • I want to use digital technology to get people moving
  • I want to use digital technology to create a fun way to learn about numbers

This will be the beginning of our projects. 

Keeping it safe!

By a very young age, many children across Australia are already using digital devices – and that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Kids can learn and develop important skills and behaviours with the right kinds of online games, apps and education programs.

But there are risks too, especially when devices can be connected to the internet. So, it’s never too early to encourage good online habits.

 

1. Use a Family Tech Agreement

Using a family agreement can help curb the long hours of the iPad, or the tantrums at home. Some things to consider as you create a family agreement could be, when is an appropriate time, how long in one sitting and what programs are acceptable. Remember to involve your child in order to help get them involved and understanding not just the rules, but why these rules are important. 

 

 

 

 

2. Choose good online content

Screen time can provide benefits to young children, when it is balanced with face-to-face play and communication. Whether your child is video calling with family members, watching a TV program or even playing an online game, they can learn important skills and positive behaviours. 

 

3. Use parental controls

Remember, you are in charge of their device. Parental controls are available on most tablets, smartphones, computers, TVs and gaming consoles. But you can also download family safety controls or buy robust filters out of the box.  These tools can help block your child from accessing specific websites, apps or functions. 

 

More information

Adapted from Big Ted’s tech tips for 2020: good online habits start early - Julie Inman Grante,

Safety Commissioner

 

Zachary Lane

e-Learning Leader