Digital skills of Australian students on a decline

Michael Hilkemeijer

By Michael Hilkemeijer
Community contribution / February 3, 2016

The 2014 NAPLAN ICT literacy results were released November last year. Despite the many efforts of teachers in schools it reported that the ICT literacy levels of students tested were below the previous results.

The National Assessment Program delivered a huge blow the other week on its report of the ICT literacy tests in ...

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By Michael Hilkemeijer

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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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