Literacy+Dedicated+Time+and+ICT

Literacy Dedicated time has the essential components of Whole Small Whole

Examples of ICT possibilities for Whole class at the beginning of the lesson include:


 * videos: youtube, using www.keepvid.com to save videos,
 * mindmapping/brainstorming
 * demonstrations: Use the IWB, use a webcam,
 * explanations: create screen shots to demonstrate new topics, processes etc.

Examples of ICT use for small group or individual activities


 * drill and practice
 * photos
 * appropriate games/activities
 * activities on the IWB

Examples of ICT use for Whole at the end of the lesson


 * children demonstrating their work
 * photos of activities
 * showing a movie of the activity
 * using the IWB to show and explain work

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Topmarks spelling activities
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