Mitford One-To-One Technology Advantage
Grade 5 and 6 fortunate are to have access to One-to-One Technology within Mitford most of the time, but as students progress through middle school they are encouraged to consider a personally owned device as this will be essential for high school.
The integration of technology and learning is an integral part of the instructional approach and support in grade 7 & 8 at Mitford School. This means that classroom instruction will be supported with digital tools such as Moodle (online access to resources), the Google Suite (classroom, gmail, calendar, documents, etc), PowerSchool Public Portal (students and parents can monitor the progress of student learning), myBlueprint (digital student portfolio), and any other approved resources that support programming.
It is an important reminder that all grade 7 & 8 students have a one to one technology device. This is accomplished through the use of a personally owned device or by a school loaner program. Complete information can be found on our website using the following link:
Benefits of one-to-Technology with Student Learning
- Greater Student Engagement: Another common concern schools have over implementing 1:1 classrooms is that these devices will create a distraction for students. In reality, however, teachers share that these devices actually increase student engagement, keeping them more interested in the subject matter and the task at hand.
- More Creative Learning Outlets: No matter what subject you may be teaching, electronic devices provide your students with unique opportunities to learn. Rather than only composing “traditional” written essays in class, these devices allow students to get creative in demonstrating their learning. In fact, they’re able to do anything from create a video presentation to recording a Podcast and everything in between.
- Tailored Learning Experiences: We know not all students learn in the same manner. Some are visual learners, whereas others are better off learning through hands-on activities. When every student has access to their own device, they’re able to learn in the way that’s best for them. Based on each student’s learning style, teachers can provide different versions of the same lesson. This can be especially useful for math lessons, but they come in handy across all subject matters.
- Improved Student/Teacher Communication: This approach means teachers can provide more timely, specific feedback students thanks to 1:1 teaching and the tech platforms we use.
At the beginning of the school year, programming will include digital citizenship and skill development with the tools mentioned above. Teachers will work with students to ensure they are able to use the software to successfully complete their school work.
Additional information will be communicated to families with students moving into Grade 7 or 8 for the next school year in a separate communication home.