Laptop computers
Developing the use of laptop computers in schools requires action from the school to ensure ICT systems are in place and work effectively, and a sound professional development plan so that teachers understand how best to make use of ICT resources.

     
Laptop computers have been made available under the project to the two key people in each school running the project. The experience of Kamini Lutchman of St Mary and St Michael Primary School is a good example of how they have been used.

"The laptop computer has been really useful. I have been able to use it at home and have taught myself a lot more about Word and the Internet since having it.

"At school there is no time to explore one's own use of ICT. It is a problem for teachers. But at home you can wind down and get comfortable. This is a good time to learn about ICT.

"I have been impressed with the ability to search the Internet and find materials that I can use at school. The good thing is that, being portable, you can bring it in to work and use it as you have set it up at home.

"I believe that a laptop computer is an essential tool for teachers.
I wouldn't like to go back to not having one."
                                             
We are keen that teachers in project schools continue to benefit from the use of laptop computers. Support for their use, if necessary, is available from the project team.

See the MirandaNet Laptops report