Learning With Technology

At St. Brigid school, we're using technology in a variety of ways to enhance learning. Our school is equipped with laptops, desktop computers, and projectors for use by students and teachers.

Our older students began the year learning keyboarding. The ability to type quickly and accurately is a key 21st century skill. To determine the ideal words per minute a student should be able to type by the end of the school year, we multiply five times the grade level of the child. The classes then receive age-appropriate instruction in proper posture and finger positions, along with games to reinforce the new skills.

Our youngest children, in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten and first grade, primarily use technology for the enrichment of the larger curriculum. These students learn the basics of computer use through hands-on experience with educational websites and software. As the classes progress, kindergarteners and first graders also learn basic word processing and other relevant skills that form the foundation for future learning.

Mr. Dunfee, one of our technology teachers, has formed an after-school computer club for grades 3-5. That will provide small groups of kids to experiment with more advanced skills. Planned activities include computer disassembly and repair, robotics, iMovie, presentations, animation, and spreadsheets.