How are students with special ICT needs be accommodated under the National Secondary School Computer Fund?
The Government has recognised the need to address the specific requirements for students with a disability in the implementation of the Fund. Following consultations with representatives responsible for students with disability across all education authorities, the Government has adopted a more flexible approach to the use of the Fund, to ensure students are able to benefit from an increase in access to ICT. The majority of students with disability in years 9 to 12 attend mainstream schools and for many, standard computer equipment suits their needs. However, for some students with disability other types of equipment are more appropriate. Schools with students with these needs may choose to purchase other ICT equipment which best supports their students’ learning needs. This may include: • Multimedia resources; • Interactive whiteboards; • Adaptive devices; and • Interface software Funding continues to be calculated at the number of computers multiplied by $1000 (per unit) While school
Related Questions
- Other than the National Secondary School Computer Fund what other initiatives are available that will provide computers and equipment to schools?
- How are students with special ICT needs be accommodated under the National Secondary School Computer Fund?
- How are indigenous schools and students being factored into the National Secondary School Computer Fund?
