GET READY! How and when will the devices be distributed? Will the school provide a case and/or accessories for the device? Who owns the device? Will students take their devices home with them? What about travelling to and from school? The iPad should be transported to and from school in its protective case in shutdown (turned off) or sleep mode. It should not be used on public transport. Please do not leave the iPad in visible sight when left in a car or leave it in your car for long periods of time or overnight. Will I require wireless access to the Internet at home? Internet access is an important part of the functionality of the iPad. Your child’s iPad is capable of accessing the internet when wireless networks are available. However, the iPad can be used in many ways without access to the Internet. Families will also be responsible for downloading updates , any ebooks and new apps provided by the school.Your child’s teacher will help make alternative arrangements for your child where Internet access is not possible. How can I help my child? I don’t feel confident about using the iPad myself.Remember your child is a great teacher. They will be learning to use the iPad at school and keen to share their learning with you. You may also like to check out the KNOW YOUR iPAD section of the website. Can other members of the family use the iPad? The iPad is provided primarily as a tool to support for your child’s learning rather than as a family entertainment device. All home use needs to be supervised and students need to make sure their iPad is fully charged and ready for school each day. Can we purchase or install other apps, games or music ourselves on the device? The iPad has only 16GB of storage. This will require careful management so students can store their schoolwork & projects. Any other purchased apps may need permission from the school and also need to be age appropriate and suitable for use at school. Please read Manage Storage section of the iLearn website. |
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