BYOD
-
BYOD at WMS
BYOD means students bring their own devices to school for educational purposes.In the classroom, students will use devices responsibly, and only with the permission and direction of the teacher or other staff member. Of course, technology alone will not improve learning, but when combined with the right instruction from skilled staff, amazing things can happen. BYOD is designed to support and empower all students and community members in effective use and implementation of technolgy to foster collaboration, critical thinking, communication, and creativity.
Expectations1. Work with your device in approved locations2. Use for assigned tasks only3. Use of device is restricted to it's owner4. Bring fully charged device to school5. Use the school' BYOD network Wi-Fi network only6. Remove earbuds/turn down screen when asked7. Turn off device and put to sleep when not in use8. Teachers reserve the right to restrict use when student behavior warrants it. Parent will be contacted as needed.9. Wake County Public School Board policy 3225 will be followed.Students have 3 strikes per semester. If they are using their devices in a red zone, using it for inappropriate or non-instructional purposes, they will be docked a "strike".If students accrue 3 strikes they forfeit their BYOD privileges for the remainder of the semester.
-
What happens if a student does not have access to a personal device?
Participation in BYOD is entirely optional. When neccessary to complete an assignment, classrooms have devices for student use. -
When can I use my device?
You will be allowed to use device in class during instruction per teacher directive. However, certain areas of the school like locker rooms and bathrooms are ALWAYS off limits. -
What if my device is damaged or stolen?
BYOD is optional and not a requirement , therefore your are bringing your device to school at your own risk. Wendell Middle and/or WCPSS is not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen devices. -
Is this one more thing for teachers to have to worry about? How are they supported in this?
WCPSS is working in partnership with the NC State University Friday Institute to offer professional development for BYOD teachers. Teachers are pleased that more school-provided devices are available for instruction, and that makes their jobs easier, and more rewarding
-
What about Internet safety?
Safety and security measures are in place for personal devices just as they are for equipment provided by the school. Wi-fi access will come with the same security walls, etc., that are in place for all school devices.
-
What about equity? Will students who cannot bring their own devices from home be at a disadvantage?
All learning activities that students can do with their personal devices will also be able to be performed with devices the school provides. Full access is made available to each and every student. BYOD will encourage students to see their personal devices as tools for learning and not just as “toys” for gaming, texting, etc. This can foster collaboration among students, as well.
-
Why is it advantageous for students to bring devices from home?
Students in BYOD see their own personal devices as something more than just a toy or a phone. They will now be able to appreciate them as learning devices. Also, we are seeing a lot of creativity going on. Students are excited and motivated to perform learning tasks on the devices they bring from home. It’s a “familiarity” thing for them.
-
What types of devices may students bring?
Any device that is portable and can provide Internet access can be used. That would include mostly smartphones, tablets and laptops.
-
How does Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) work?
BYOD allows students to turn their personal devices into learning devices while freeing up access to school computers for those students who might not have their own.
