Parentech by Australian Parents Council https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz Made with ♥ en-us 2016-10-20 02:40:28 UTC 2023-03-29 03:03:10 UTC hello@padlet.com Got a question on living, learning and/or parenting in the digital age?    AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132602808 Post a question and we will aim to have it answered through our #parentech campaign. Please also post questions for any of our webinar and webcasts guests here.
We ask for your respectful interaction when postng on this public padlet and notify you that all posts are moderated. We are also not tech experts but will endevour to get your questions answered for you. ]]> 2016-10-24 05:00:44 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132602808 AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132610249 2016-10-24 06:38:45 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132610249 AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132610388 2016-10-24 06:40:03 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132610388 What kind of tech should my daughter be learning in year 2? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132904272 APC response:  Check out the ACARA webcast : http://austparents.edu.au/webinars/webcast-rob-randall-acara

ACARA response : We have developed a suite of fact sheets which outline what a child learns through the Australian Curriculum during their various years of schooling. eg. year 2  for Digital Technologies typically, students will: represent data as pictures, symbols and diagrams; break down a problem into parts and sequence the steps in finding a solution, for example, controlling a toy with digital technologies. Timing of the implementation of the Australian Curriculum: Digital Technologies will vary across the country as this is a state/territory decision.]]> 2016-10-25 04:48:31 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/132904272 My child's school is talking about BYOD next year. Parents have not been part of this conversation or decision making. Have others had a similar experience https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133551137 2016-10-27 08:50:07 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133551137 My older children didn't have computers in their classroom very much, but they can write really well. My younger one is coming through into secondary school now and there is a big difference in her ability to handwrite. Are we loosing something here with moving writing tasks on the the computer? https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133551573 ACARA response: The Australian Curriculum: English for Foundation to Year 6 includes learning statements in the parallel threads of Handwriting and Using Software at each year level, providing clear guidance for teachers that students need to learn both skills in tandem. Neither skill is privileged in the curriculum so it is reasonable to expect that students, at least from the time they begin formal schooling, will be composing texts using digital devices and pencils.]]> 2016-10-27 08:53:10 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133551573 I heard that extended writing task NAPLAN writing test will be marked by a computer. is this correct? How can that work? https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552211 APC response: We have a webcast coming up Nov 10 with ACARA taking us through online testing, try this link next week: http://austparents.edu.au/webinars/acara-move-online-testing

ACARA response: Information explaining automated essay scoring (AES) and the extensive research that has been undertaken into using AES for NAPLAN online, in terms of its reliability and viability, can be found on the NAP website. ]]> 2016-10-27 08:56:44 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552211 Is it unreasonable for parents to ask the principal and teachers about the school's technology and ICT goals and how they will improve my child's learning? How do I ask?  https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552585 2016-10-27 08:59:38 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552585 If IT and coding are now going to be specifically part of the Australian Curriculum, what resources will government provide for access to the actual technology? There are computers etc at the school, but we cannot afford computers at home. Our kids are at a non-government school, we are not wealthy.  https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552900 ACARA response: The Australian Curriculum: Technologies is designed to be taught within the school environment and as such no child should be disadvantaged if they do not have access to computers at home. Many concepts can also be taught using ‘unplugged’ strategies that don’t use computers at all. States, territories and jurisdictions are planning how implementation can best be addressed in their schools.]]> 2016-10-27 09:02:13 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133552900 My concern with subjects moving into online teaching is the amount of work students will be expected to do out of the classroom. Home time/family time is precious.  https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133553336 ACARA response: We agree that family time is very important. The Australian Curriculum gives suggestions as to the recommended number of hours that should be given to certain learning areas, but it is up to schools as to how they manage this.]]> 2016-10-27 09:05:53 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/133553336 How much screen time is appropriate and for what ages AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289181 APC respomse:There is no magic number and kids spend a lot of time on screens these days. We posted this video from the Office of e-safety Commissioner this week, might be helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUTalGThS1I, you could also try our fact sheet : http://austparents.edu.au/parentech_resources/screentime]]> 2016-11-04 06:14:27 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289181 How do I know an app is good for my child or not AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289469 2016-11-04 06:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289469 Are there settings on devices that can help my special needs child? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289579 APC response: Great question! No expert and I'm hoping someone will also be able to help with this question ...  Not sure about Androids but have you tried Apple's special ed page : http://www.apple.com/au/education/special-education/? ]]> 2016-11-04 06:23:09 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/135289579 How young is too young to introduce tech to kids? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/136915911 APC response:  There is no magic age - Australian guidelines suggest 0-2 no tech time and 2-5 one hr p/day. The important issue is balance. Consider what quality media you are enabling your child to  access and how it fits into your family’s lifestyle. Chances are that if your child is using high-quality age appropriate media and their screen time is balanced with adequate off screen activities, then their behaviour is constructive and there is no need to worry. For more, try our fact sheet on under5's screentime: http://austparents.edu.au/parentech_resources/keeping-5s-safe-online]]> 2016-11-11 00:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/136915911 I'm not sure whether my child is being cyberbullied or not, what do I do? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137231274 APC response: Have a look at our resource page : http://austparents.edu.au/parentech_resources/cyberbulling-support-tool but in particular, jump onto the Office of Children's E-safety Commisssioner's cyberbullying support tool and it will guide your way. Quick, swift and supportive action on your part with your child is required and knowing what do do and steps to take is crucial. ]]> 2016-11-13 22:05:07 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137231274 I post pictures of my kids on social media but only to my friends, they are safe right? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137268862 APC comment: Nothing you post on social media is entirely safe. Good resource article from the Office of the Children's e-safety commissioner on posting and sharing images: https://www.esafety.gov.au/education-resources/iparent/staying-safe/photos-videos-and-social-media . Another good video to watch  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ0_Iy1zpl0 -quite amazing when you start to think about what we sometimes unconsciously post is building our digital DNA]]> 2016-11-14 05:40:48 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137268862 How do I keep up to date on new apps and parental controls? AUSTPARENTS https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137307240 2016-11-14 10:23:55 UTC https://padlet.com/AUSTPARENTS/78maluuqizmz/wish/137307240