Discussion Group Summary

During the Discussion Group (Word Document 98KB) and plenary sessions delegates were asked to consider how ITE students and tutors could develop appropriate uses of ICT in early years settings and for ways in which the TTA might enhance existing support for this process. The areas of focus were:

• How can ITE students realise the transformative potential of ICT in early years education?
• How can ITE providers prepare students for the diversity of ICT provision and practice they may encounter in nurseries and schools?
• What type(s) of guidance would be useful for early years ITE students and tutors?
• What additional resources would support the development of ICT in early years ITE (e.g. events, training / staff development, equipment)?

The attached document is a summary of the report back and discussion that took place in the final plenary. The views expressed were not necessarily universally held.