TES Annual Report

LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES

Learning technologies are an integral part of daily life, from teaching and learning to daily operations. They span beyond our school walls to connect with our community both within Taipei and beyond.

To support our vision for the integration of technology in learning, we believe that we must enable our community of learners to become digitally literate so as to meet the needs of a constantly changing world. Our students need to be curriculum-driven ethical learners who are self-monitoring, self-modifying, self-managing, self-evaluating, and self directing.

The foundation of digital literacy is digital citizenship, and at TES, this entails conscious, inclusive, and ethical use of technology by students and staff.

Digital Citizenship is characterised by:

Responsibility: Students and staff use digital resources and tools in ways that support learning and personal growth. We encourage responsible behaviour online, including protecting one's own and others' privacy, managing digital footprints, and understanding the consequences of digital actions. Respect: We strive to maintain a mutually respectful online environment where all community members feel safe and valued. This includes respecting diverse perspectives, adhering to online etiquette, and engaging in interactions that uplift and support others. Perseverance: The TES community is committed to continuous learning and problem-solving in the digital realm. We persevere through challenges associated with use of technology, always seeking solutions and ways to integrate digital tools effectively into our learning processes. Participation: Active participation in digital activities is encouraged, thereby promoting collaborative learning and civic engagement. TES uses digital platforms to enhance educational experiences, encourage student voice, and connect with global communities. Creativity : We foster creativity through the use of digital tools, encouraging students to innovate and express themselves in constructive and meaningful ways. This includes creating original content and thinking critically about how to use digital media to convey ideas and solutions. The 2023-2024 school year demonstrated the transformative potential of learning technologies to enhance educational experiences and outcomes. With the rapid pace of development of artificial intelligence, such as is easily accessible in chatbots nowadays, steps have been taken to prepare students and staff alike to embrace AI whilst establishing clear guidelines to ensure its responsible use. We have recognised that the integration of AI technologies in schools offers significant potential to enhance teaching, learning, and administrative processes. By addressing challenges related to accuracy, data privacy, and dependency, we are able to leverage AI advancement to create more personalised, efficient, and effective educational experiences. British Primary Section Computing and technology continue to be integrated into our curriculum from Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to Key Stage 2 (KS2), reflecting our commitment to fostering digital literacy and skills development. Utilising various specialised cloud-based software and apps, we can effectively cater to individual learning needs. As our students progress through primary school, they engage with an expanding array of devices, software, and applications, honing their digital competencies. Our curriculum remains agile, ensuring children can embrace emerging technologies while safeguarding themselves and others in the digital realm. Our definition of digital citizenship aims to prepare students not only to thrive in a digital age but also to be mindful and contributing digital citizens, capable of positively impacting the digital world around them.

We remain dedicated to empowering our students to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technology, thus enabling them to leverage its potential to enrich their learning experiences.

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