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Parent comments “The boys can access Studyladder and other websites on their class page using KnowledgeNET on the schools’ homepage. They do this independently of me.” [] “The Kids and myself have used KnowledgeNET to help display their work for Kauri Awards.” “I visited once to get the term dates" "If I want to look at something I go to school and look. If I want tot find anything out I go to school and ask someone." "Interesting to see children's work and and read what they've been up to."
 * School websites/blogs/wikis: **

**What do you see as the main ways ICT (computers etc) should be used to support your children's learning? **
 * for research and with fun games that encourage literacy and numeracy skills to improve.
 * I think with some thought ICT can be integrated into all areas of the curriculum. I think it is a good assessment tool not only for the teacher but for the students as they can look back at dvd recordings, work samples, blogs and assess own learning.
 * finding information on a topic or study.
 * as a tool to enhance learning ie study ladder but not to take over teacher role, and also still want children to be able to present work in a written format.
 * publishing work and extending learning eg maths games.
 * research for projects maths, so work at own level.
 * homework or extra work.
 * in conjuction with actual handwriting. If computers are to be used then proper fingering for typing should be taught.
 * Computers with learning software. iPads (only with safe internet web sites.
 * for encouraging literacy, numbracy, IT skills and having fun!!
 * We see them as being integrated into all their learning.
 * The children need to be comfortable using them and accessing information off them. Knowing where to look. Even just learning to type is a big advantage and filtering what to information to use.
 * Educational games
 * Ongoing educational development
 * Extra support, maths, arithmetic
 * Information
 * Research
 * Interactive learning activities
 * to prepare them for the ICT world of the future
 * Through class activities/topics. Not so much via games but as another media for recording, writing, images and doing tests and activity sheets to add more interst and excitement to completing what is there.
 * For finding information
 * Presentation of information. Finding information. learning concepts, educational games. Using cameras and other digital media to angage them and learn. Communication with parents and other interested parties.
 * research, maths games, spelling and keeping up with technology.
 * I don't see them as an integral part of my child's learning at primary school level.
 * Reading, writing, English and maths.
 * Unsure
 * Research, help with projects, maths etc.
 * Confidence and general knowledge.
 * Clear learning objectives in ICT linked to Key Competencies. Submitting homework online, receiving weekly homework sheets, research projects that extend their research skills via ICT, managing ICT when learning - means to an end or an end itself.
 * Publishing, website development, photography, movie-making, research.
 * Some schools have homework set online at school website - with links to games that encourage literacy and maths - this would encourage us to visit the site.
 * Touch typing activities.
 * Younger children - educational games. Older children - internet safety, homework, info and typing skills.
 * Information gathering and presenting. Suitable resources integrated into classroom programme and ideas for home.
 * Maybe to do homework ie. less use of paper to practice techniques learned during the day.
 * Resource tool. :earning programme.
 * Research. teaching children about technology. Keeping up-to-date. Should not be overused. Can't replace books. Should compliment learning. Assisting children with homework. Using learning-based games and activities.

S**uggestions to improve access:**
 * maybe a few screen shots of how to login and where to go on website to access the bloggs. Especially for new parents. Initial interface not very user friendly for new visitors.