Developing Primary Student ICT Capability: A Case Study

Michael Hilkemeijer

By Michael Hilkemeijer
Community contribution / May 9, 2016

The development of ICT capability is a continous process that can be achieved by emphasising the use of higher order skills. Learn in this case study how you can start taking the right steps to facilitating this also in your classroom.

This article about my experiences as a technology teacher at a primary school in Toowoomba. Although only for one term at ...

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With over 10 years experience as an ICT teacher, I have taught and learnt how to effectively develop student ICT skills in the classroom. I facilitate teacher workshops and online courses that deliver practical and immediately actionable advice on teachers from early childhood to Primary can develop student ICT capability in their lessons. My website hosts a number of articles and teacher resources that expand on my courses and further develop your teacher professional learning in these areas. I will continue to create more courses to ensure that our students are prepared for the 21st century.

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