Digital Learning

At Paparoa Street School we believe that digital technologies should be used as the best tool for the job and where possible to create rather than consume content. We want it to fit in with our values of belonging, kindness, passion and bravery.

“Learning activities integrate digital technologies appropriately to develop digital literacy and support authentic, higher-order, collaborative learning that is student centred, personalised and differentiated.” 

We use digital devices to support and enhance learning and teaching at Paparoa Street. 

At Paparoa Street School, digital learning IS NOT: gaming, typing up writing, digital practice worksheets. It is not a substitution for a pen or pencil. IT IS re-defining learning in ways not previously possible.

Digital learning addresses three key principles of 21st Century learning: 

• Accessibility & Equity 

• Feedback 

• Personalisation & Agency 

We are a future focused school that runs a range of digital platforms across the school to support learning. Digital technology is an important aspect of preparing our children to participate, create and thrive in this fast-moving digital world. Here at Paparoa Street Primary we are redefining learning and achievement by developing confidence and skill in the use of various digital technologies by increasing student engagement, global readiness and most importantly developing digital citizenship.

All teachers in every classroom at Paparoa Street Primary understand the importance of a balance between traditional learning (reading, writing and maths using books, paper and pencils) and the use of digital technology. This means students will be on devices when they are the best way for them to access or share their learning. This will vary according to age and stage across the school. As educators, we ensure we teach our children the appropriate digital skills and digital citizenship values from Year 1 onwards. We also ensure our children are using devices ergonomically by providing ergonomic surroundings with the use of flexible learning spaces and teaching them about screen time, viewing distances, seat and height posture etc.

While we have a fleet of school owned devices we also run Bring Your Own Device within the school. This is for all children but is at parents discretion and is more likely to be in place for children in Years 3-6.