Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Vision

Self-directed and future-ready responsible digital learners

Mission

Purposeful and meaningful use of technology in Teaching and Learning to nurture E21CC future-ready learners

Message from HOD ICT

Mdm Chen Jing Ting

I believe in leading the purposeful and meaningful use of technology across the school to enhance teaching and learning, while nurturing students to become self-directed, future-ready, and responsible digital learners. This requires a collective effort to build a coherent ICT curriculum, integrate EdTech purposefully into teaching and learning, and provide a reliable and enabling digital infrastructure.

To realise this vision, I seek to provide direction, build capacity, and bring colleagues together to explore, adopt, and refine effective practices. By fostering a shared culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, we can empower teachers to design meaningful learning experiences and equip students with the competencies and dispositions they need to thrive in an increasingly digital world.

Curriculum Framework & Description

Committee Focus

Our programmes are aligned with the Transforming Education through Technology Masterplan 2030, which guides schools in leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning. Our ICT committee is committed to equipping both students and teachers with essential digital competencies while fostering a safe and responsible online environment.

Our focus is on three key areas:

1. Digital Literacy & Technological Skills

Aligned with the Find, Think, Apply, Create (FTAC) framework, our programme aims to nurture pupils into confident, critical, and responsible users of digital technologies. This holistic approach ensures that pupils are empowered to take ownership of their learning, using technology effectively for research, collaboration, and problem-solving in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

2. Integrating EdTech to Enrich Teaching and Learning

Teachers are empowered through professional development to design technology-enhanced lessons that promote interactive and collaborative learning. By leveraging EdTech tools and platforms, lessons become more engaging and tailored to diverse learning needs.

In our classrooms, we harness e-Pedagogy to foster active learning. Through the purposeful use of technology, we create engaging, data-informed, and student-centred experiences. Teachers refer to the EdTech Pedagogical Scaffold to guide the design and facilitation of technology-enhanced learning, ensuring meaningful and effective integration throughout the lesson.

3. Cyber Wellness

We prioritise the well-being of our pupils in the digital realm. Our Cyber Wellness programme uses the Sense-Think-Act approach to develop a child’s instinct to act responsibly in cyberspace. This approach is grounded in three guiding principles:

• Respect for Self and Others: Developing an understanding of the impact of online actions and recognising the importance of respecting oneself and others in the digital space.

• Safe and Responsible Use: Reflecting on how to use technology safely, responsibly, and ethically, while safeguarding personal information.

• Positive Peer Influence: Encouraging pupils to make responsible decisions and influence their peers to contribute positively to the online community.

Through engaging activities and lessons, we equip pupils with the knowledge and skills to navigate the internet safely and responsibly. They learn to be ethical, responsible users of technology, fostering a safe and positive online environment. Our cyber wellness education also helps pupils develop self-management skills, enabling them to make informed decisions and maintain a healthy balance in technology use.

Partnership with Parents

We believe that a strong partnership with parents is crucial in reinforcing ICT learning and Cyber Wellness at home. We provide resources and workshops to help parents stay informed about the latest digital trends and equip them with strategies to support their children's digital journey. By working together, we aim to create a consistent and supportive environment for our pupils both at school and at home.