15 March 2005
Parents will soon be able to see how their child is progressing at school with a simple click of a mouse.
Every school in England will also get broadband internet access by next year, under new plans aimed at using the latest digital technology to improve the classroom experience.
The Government has set out what it calls the first ‘joined-up approach’ to get schools and colleges to tailor education around the particular needs of their learners by using computers.
Teachers will be enouraged to use their online networks to provide parents with more information about their child’s performance and promote greater parental involvement.
And teachers, parents and learners will get greater access to information and advice through the internet.
Pupils will also get their own ‘online learning space’ where they can keep their coursework, results and achievements.
Schools Minister Derek Twigg said:
"Imaginative use of ICT will open up a new world of possibilities in education.
"Digital technology is already changing how we do business and live our lives, we need to embrace this revolution within the education sector."
Extra information
- Harnessing Technology: Transforming Learning and Children’s Services will be available on the DFES website soon
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