Admin Instructions &

Introduction

Principal’s Address

NDLP Briefing ( DMA, AUP

and Cyber Wellness)

Q &A

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PARENTS ENGAGEMENT SESSION 2

8 APRIL 2021

UPDATES FOR PARENTS ON

COLLECTION OF PLD, DMA, AUP AND

CYBERWELLNESS

UPDATES ON TIMELINE ON

COLLECTION OF PLD

UPDATES FOR PARENTS

Collection of device (onboarding) will be conducted in First

Week of Semester 2.

This is due to several factors:

Delay in delivery by vendor

Mid year exams (Sec 2) and Weighted Assessment ( Sec 1 & 3)

– Onboarding process would be disruptive to students

Starting Semester 2 right with focus on using device effectively

ACTIVE LEARNING WITH

PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICES

INTENDED OUTCOMES OF A PERSONALISED LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

The use of the personal learning device (PLD) for teaching and learning

aims to:

Enhance Teaching and Learning

Support the Development of Digital Literacies

Support Self-Directed and Collaborative Learning

HOW WILL YOUR CHILD USE THE

PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICES?

How will your child use the Personal Learning Devices?

In School, your child will ...

1. experience active learning with technology.

Active learning with technology …

Students will ‘Do’

e.g. talk, write, draw to make thinking visible

Active learning with technology …

Students will ‘Think’

e.g. use thinking strategies to monitor and evaluate own learning

Active learning with technology …

Students will ‘Apply’

e.g. use learning in real life context and learn beyond

Active learning with technology …

Students will ‘Refine’

e.g. reflect to deepen understanding and continue learning

How will your child use the Personal Learning Devices?

At Home, your child could ...

access quality resources and learning anytime, anywhere, at own

pace.

Students move at their own pace. Maximize their progress in learning. Optimize their time in class.

Access and revise lesson materials

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ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY

(AUP)

A GUIDE TO RESPONSIBLE AND SAFE USE OF THE

PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICE

SUPPORTING STUDENTS IN THE PROPER CARE AND USE

OF THEIR PERSONAL LEARNING DEVICES (PLDS)

The Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) has guidelines to help

students care and use their PLDs safely and responsibly.

In doing so, students can experience an enriching and

active learning process using their PLDs .

COMPONENTS OF AUP

The Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) consists of the following three

components:

1. Device Use

2. Technology Use

3. USS Chromebook Policy Sign-Off and Student Pledge

RESPONSIBLE DEVICE USE

The Chromebook is intended for use every day at school. Students must be

responsible for bringing their Chromebook to all classes, unless specifically

advised not to do so by their teacher.

Students are required to bring home their Chromebook to charge every

night and should ensure that their personal devices are fully charged before

bringing it to school.

RESPONSIBLE DEVICE USE

Students are responsible for their personal learning devices. They

should secure their Chromebook using locking cable during PE

classes, recess and co-curricular activities.

The school will not be held responsible for any damage, theft or loss

of their devices. In the event of loss or theft of devices, students must

make a police report and report the matter to the school.

REPAIR AND WARRANTY

Loaner Chromebooks may be issued to students when they leave

their Chromebook for repair at the ICT Centre.

Limited Warranty from defects in materials and workmanship is

over a period of 3 years.

The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, abuse, or

accidental loss.

SAFE TECHNOLOGY USE

Students are responsible for the ethical and educational use of the

technology resources of Unity Secondary School.

If students inadvertently access a website that contains

objectionable material, they should notify a teacher immediately so

that such sites are blocked from further access.

All students must comply with trademark and copyright laws and

all license agreements.

SAFE TECHNOLOGY USE

Students should always use appropriate language.

Students should not transmit language/material that is profane,

obscene, abusive, or offensive to others.

Students should not send mass e-mails, chain letters, or spam.

Private chatting during class without permission is NOT allowed.

A COMMITMENT TO SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE USE

(Draft)The student pledge serves to

remind students to be responsible

users.

Students will read the pledge

on the day of receiving their

device.

Parents are encouraged to go

through the agreement with

their child.

THANK YOU

Cyber Wellness in SchoolCyber Wellness Curriculum in UNITY

Cyber wellness in CCE is important as it focuses on the well-being of our studentsas they navigate cyberspace, equipping them with the knowledge and skills toharness the power of ICT for positive purposes, maintain a positive presence incyberspace, and be safe and responsible users of ICT.

Cyber Wellness Curriculum in UNITYKey Messages Topics in CCE (including Contemporary

Issues)

1. Embrace the affordances of technology while

maintaining a balanced lifestyle between offline

and online activities.

Cyber Use – maintain a healthy balance of their

online and offline activities.

2. Be a safe and responsible user of technology

and maintain a positive online presence

Cyber Identity – develop a healthy online identity,

express oneself online appropriately to be

authentic and achieve congruence between online

and offline identity.

3. Be responsible for personal well-being in the

cyberspace.

Cyber Relationships – develop safe, respectful

and meaningful online relationships.

Cyber Citizenship – understand the cyber world

and make informed choices about participation in

online activities, recognise and protect oneself

and others from online risks.

Cyber Ethics – create and share online content in

a responsible manner, respect copyright.

Cyber Wellness @ Home Digital Parenting Tips

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Cyber wellness Resources for Parents• go.gov.sg/moe-cyber-wellness

• https://beta.moe.gov.sg/programmes/cyber-wellness/

• go.gov.sg/better-internet-sg

• sure.nlb.gov.sg

• help123.sg

• Parents, the guardians of internet

• Guide for parents on setting parental controls

• Understanding cyber wellness

• Navigating the cyber world safely

• ICT in schools: To use or not to use?

• Play safe – avoid online gaming addiction

• Safeguarding your child online

• Exploring online, safely and confidently

How to help our child to LEARN SMART, not just

learn hard?

No Strategy What Can I Do?

1 Making a study plan/Setting goals Describe a list of things to complete during studying. Allocate time to each thing. Check off each thing once you are done!

2 Self-consequences Design rewards or punishments for success or failing to execute. Put off pleasurable activities until work is completed!

3 Eliminating distractions Do not multitask!

4 Finding study spots Know where and when you learnt best!

5 Using learning tools andstrategies

Take own notes while processing materials and discussingUse “mindmaps” to remember key ideas/words/phrases and “analogy” to relate new ideas to what you already know!

6 Practising deliberately Concentrate and get someone to provide feedback! Mastery! Set timing!

7 Seeking help/Asking for feedback Call a friend/teacher to clear doubts! Have a study partner!

8 Self-evaluating Use rubrics, pick right questions, set questions!

9 Self-reflecting Track and improve on own performance and outcomes!

LET’s LEARN SMART, not just learn hard

No Strategy What Can I Do? Students Expert

1 Making a study plan/Setting goals Describe a list of things to complete during studying.Allocate time to each thing. Check off each thing once you are done!

2 Self-consequences Design rewards or punishments for success or failing to execute. Put off pleasurable activities until work is completed!

3 Eliminating distractions Do not multitask!

4 Finding study spots Know where and when you learnt best!

5 Using learning tools and strategies Take own notes while processing materials and discussingUse “mindmaps” to remember key ideas/words/phrases and “analogy” to relate new ideas to what you already know!

6 Practising deliberately Concentrate and get someone to provide feedback! Mastery! Set timing!

7 Seeking help/Asking for feedback Call a friend/teacher to clear doubts! Have a study partner!

8 Self-evaluating Use rubrics, pick right questions, set questions!

9 Self-reflecting Track and improve on own performance and outcomes!

LET’s LEARN SMART, not just learn hard

FAQ FROM PARENTS

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WE APPRECIATE ALL YOUR FEEDBACK!

We appreciate all your feedback so that we can work towards

a better partnership with you.

You can drop your feedback via our school email, PG or

during our engagement sessions.

QUESTIONS COLLATED VIA PG

WHY CHROMEBOOK? WARRANTY? FINANCE RELATED MATTERS

During our first engagement session, we have shared some

of these details. The details can be found on our school

website under NDLP@Unity

WHY CHROMEBOOK? WARRANTY? FINANCIAL-RELATED QUESTIONS.

WHY CHROMEBOOK?

Functionality

• Inking function ( Stylus to take digital notes, online sketching etc),

• Keyboard function ( To type essays or work on SLS)

• Convertible – Able to fold to become tablet like.

• Compatible with software (apps) and hardware

• Camera and voice recording

Practicality

• Lightweight at 1.31 Kg. Convenient to bring to school everyday.

• Battery life: Able to sustain at least 8 hours of usage in a day.

• Size: comfortable to use and keep in school bag

Durability

• Sturdy and resistant. Able to resist spillage ( not waterproof)

MORE ABOUT THE CHROME BOOK : LENOVO 500E

Battery Life

• 20 hours standby mode

• Up to 10 hours of usage( Depending on some factors such as brightness and extensive usage)

• Battery covered under warranty.

• Should be able to last more than 3 years if taken care of properly

• Takes about 2.5hr from 0% to 100% charging

Other info

• EMR stylus – does not require battery.

• Cable lock – included in the bundle for securing the device.

1. Student iCON (email): Every secondary school student will be given

an email address. This is a service provided by Google as part of

Google Suite.

2. Microsoft Pro Plus: Every secondary school student will be able to

use Microsoft Office tools that include Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

3. Zoom: Every secondary school student will be given a Zoom free

account with 40 mins time limit using the Student iCON for the

students’ video conferencing needs.

4. Other apps for T&L : e-book etc.

APPLICATIONS (APPS)

The chromebook connects automatically to the school WIFI.

There is no need to log in and out every day to the wifi.

There is no need to purchase data for the internet usage.

There is sufficient wifi coverage for all students to use in the

school.

SCHOOL WIFI

WHEN CAN THE STUDENTS COLLECT THEIR DEVICE?

The school and vendor will assist the students in the

collection and onboarding (checking of the device, enrolling

of DMA in the chromebook)

Students will be collecting their device on first week Term 3.

Parents who have opted on the option to collect on their

child’s behalf can collect on the same day from 2pm-5pm

onwards. Alternatively, you can opt to allow your child to

collect on your behalf.

Further details will be send via PG.

QUESTIONS

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