Planning for 2009 and beyond?
Now that schools have regained some autonomy in the way they can use their PD days. This means that school leadership teams can prioritise their PD requirements again.
On top of that, we have the new Federal Government initiative to put a computer on the desk of every year 9-12 student, as well as the promise to;
Work with the States and Territories and the Deans of Education to ensure new and continuing teachers have access to training that enables them to use the technologies broadband delivers to enrich children’s education experience.
Develop online curriculum resources for all students and conferencing facilities for those studying specialist subjects such as languages.
Develop web portals that enable parents to participate in their child’s education.
Let's see if Mr Rudd is looking for a real, lasting, ICT-driven change by supporting teachers - or pays lip-service with yet another box-drop.