Mobile technology can amplify teachers' ability to meet students where they are and capitalize on their curiosity. Assignments that enlist technology as a tool to personalize learning in meaningful ways also have clearly articulated criteria and a realistic time frame, tap into students' interests, and encourage conversation and collaboration.
In order to do this, the Rib Lake School District is supplying students in grades 3rd - 12th grade with assigned Chromebook devices. Students in grades 9-12 are allowed to take these devices home with them as needed to foster independent learning skills and to have the opportunity to take classes and dual credit coursework through online learning. These devices will remain the property and subject to the policies of the Rib Lake School District at all times. Students in grades 3-8 will be using Chromebooks on a daily basis, but will not be allowed to take their device out of the respective building they attend. K-2nd grade classrooms will use iPads to reinforce classroom instruction and enhance learning opportunities for students.
The supplied instructional device’s function will provide each student access to required educational materials needed for each student to be independently motivated and lifelong learners. The Chromebook allows student access to Google Apps for Education, educational web-based tools, as well as many other useful sites. The supplied device is an educational tool not intended for gaming, social networking or high end computing.
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