The key to digital transformation in education
Technology is an integral part of our daily lives, making it essential to educate students on its proper use. When used correctly, this tool enhances learning, collaboration, and productivity.
At BSV, the use of technology places students at the centre of their education, fostering their autonomy, strengthening their interpersonal skills, and preparing them for their professional and working future.
What is our digital transformation strategy?
All students from Year 3 to Year 13 have their own personal digital device.
Use of a range of endorsed digital platforms and educational software.
Specialised and continuous professional development for our teaching staff, as well as training of students in the correct use of technology.
Digital security programme focused on the safety and wellbeing of students.
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Common Sense School
BSV has been recognised as a Common Sense school by the non-profit organisation dedicated to helping young people and their families thrive in a world of media and technology.
This recognition acknowledges our school’s willingness to creating a culture of digital citizenship by helping all students think critically and use technology responsibly, giving them the skills they need to compete and succeed in the 21st century workplace.
1-2-1 device programme
All students from Year 3 to Year 13 have their own personal digital device (tablet or laptop) for use in school and at home, fully pre-configured and optimised. This programme is fully funded by the school.
The main objective of the 1-2-1 device programme is to enhance student learning experiences by providing them with personalised access to digital resources, collaboration tools, and interactive learning materials. This development also opens better methods of teaching, assessment, and feedback.
Main benefits:
Ownership for learning
Enhanced learning experiences
Increased efficiency and engagement
Access to global resources and digital content
Individualised feedback
Improved communication and collaboration
Personalised learning
Digital portfolio
Educational platforms & software
At BSV, we use different learning platforms that allow for a fluid, interactive and straightforward learning both for teachers and pupils.
All students use Microsoft Teams, a virtual environment that allows videoconferences, participation in live lessons and shareable resources and files. We also use educational software such as Tapestry, Seesaw, ActiveLearn, Learning by Questions or Nearpod, depending on the specific goals and educational stage.
We have implemented Century, an online learning tool based on artificial intelligence, scientific learning, and neuroscience. Century helps identify gaps in students’ knowledge and assimilation, making it easier for our teachers to provide feedback and optimise the students’ personalised learning journey.
Digital skills training for teachers
Teachers are the most valuable asset for the successful implementation of educational software in our teaching practice.
We have a continuous professional development programme for staff members which covers all the necessary training to get the most out of this technology.
As part of Cognita, our staff can share best practices with teachers from all around the world through collaborative platforms and access workshops led by expert colleagues.
Wellbeing & technology
Mental and physical wellbeing is key at BSV. We set expectations about how the device should be used for learning at home, what it must be used for, and the length of time it should be used each day.
It’s important to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to protect the students from inappropriate material online and misuse of online content. All devices are pre-installed with artificial intelligence monitoring software that runs in the background 24 hours a day.
