New Code of Practice for Digital Learning on Guernsey

Speakers from Guernsey and the UK have been talking about the new code of practice for additional learning needs and the digital transformation which is underway across all schools.

A spokesperson for Education said it was the first time all teachers in Guernsey "are meeting together to share a deeper understanding of our education strategy".

Mark Hughes, from Forest Primary, said the introduction of new technology was "very exciting" and that the new interactive screens were "worlds away from what we've had before" and would "transform teaching in a huge amount of ways". He said the new screens linked up with tablets and allowed teachers and pupils to draw, model and watch videos, giving students "more availability to resources that we didn't have before". But that the new technology did not spell the end for pencil and paper just yet, Mr Hughs continued to say that; "There's absolutely a place for them both. It's about how you teach, what you teach and why." With regards to handwriting he highlighted that it was important for "fine motor skills" but a "broad balanced curriculum could support and enhance teaching and learning. Guernsey should be proud'