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The e-learning team at the PDC is really keen to hear from young people across Norfolk.  We would like as many students as possible to take part in our survey on "World Class ICT for Norfolk Learners".   We think schools can help us by supporting young people to take part.

The primary and secondary school with the highest participation rate (percentage of pupils and staff taking part) will receive a brand new 'FLIP' camera.  We do of course have another two cameras , one for a specials school and one for a PRU, because we want to hear from all students.For more information please visit our website with all the details.

http://elgg.norfolk.e2bn.org/elearning/weblog/11639.html

The latest newsletter from the Dcsf mentions the national Home Access programme:

Home Access programme

Home Access is the new Government programme which will help to ensure that more children in England have access to technology at home to support learning. Eligible low-income families (eligibility is based on the criteria for free school meals) with learners in Years 3 to 9 will be able to apply for a grant to buy a computer and internet package.

Schools can take an active role in this programme by applying to run an aggregation scheme which involves them ordering packages for families. However, families will be able to apply directly to a central body for their grant, so schools can make a choice as to their level of involvement.

The programme, which is being delivered by Becta, will benefit over 270,000 households, and families should apply from January 2010. Because some learners will need additional support, assistive technology will also be available under the programme.

Visit the Becta website for more information

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We want to know what pupils and staff think about our plans for ICT.  We are consulting on a new ICT and E-learning strategy for 2010 - 2014.  Entitled 'World Class ICT for Norfolk Learners', this strategy sets out clear priorities for developing ICT and also details how we will take advantage of capital programmes, such as 'Building Schools for the Future' and the 'Primary Capital Programme'.

Schools with the highest participation rates can win a Flip camera!

Take the survey