Regina Doherty
Ceist:487. Deputy Regina Doherty asked the Minister for Education and Skills her plans for a digital strategy for schools; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [17562/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraWednesday, 6 May 2015
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Work is currently being finalised on the new digital strategy for schools and the strategy will be published before the autumn.
A number of research projects have taken place including an online census of teachers and principals, a public consultation process, focus groups with students, parents and teachers and a number of meetings with stakeholders including teacher unions, principal and management bodies, the Teaching Council, publishers and other interested parties. The findings from the detailed consultation process will be reflected in the strategy.
The main themes which emerged from the findings of the research projects are Learning, Teaching and Assessment Using ICTs, Teacher Professional Learning, Research, Policy and Leadership, ICT Infrastructure, Digital Content and Internet Safety. Recommendations will be based on these themes.