In this section of the site, you will find resources to support you and your colleagues in successfully preparing for implementing and embedding formative assessment using digital portfolios.
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Policies
Policies
Below are resources to support you and your colleagues in creating and updating school policies to support the implementation of digital portfolios to support formative assessment.
Ireland’s Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy Strategy 2024 - 2033
Ireland’s Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy Strategy 2024 - 2033
The 2024-2033 strategy aims to foster the development of core literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills at every stage of the learning journey, from early childhood and primary education to post-primary school.
It emphasises preparing learners with the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to thrive in an interconnected, information-rich world.
Recognising the growing importance of technology in society, the strategy highlights the need for a stronger focus on digital literacy.
"Every learner, from birth to young adulthood, develops the necessary literacy, numeracy, and digital literacy skills to thrive and flourish as an individual, to engage and contribute fully as an ethical, active member of society and to live a satisfying and rewarding life"(p.22)
As digital technologies, including social media, online information sources, and innovations like artificial intelligence, continue to evolve rapidly, learners must develop advanced digital literacy skills to navigate and fully engage in the digital age.
Webwise Online Safety Review Tool
Webwise Online Safety Review Tool
Webwise offers comprehensive support and guidance to schools in developing and reviewing policies and procedures related to digital citizenship. These resources align with the Wellbeing Framework and the Bí Cineálta procedures, helping schools foster a safe and positive online environment. The Online Safety Review Tool and AUP Generator provide schools with a clear overview of their current policies and enable them to update their Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) in line with best practices.
Acceptable Use Policy
Acceptable Use Policy
All schools should have an Acceptable Use Policy (AUP), to govern students' use of the internet and other digital technologies.
When using Digital Portfolios with your students, you may need to update your school's AUP.
Webwise has an AUP Generator which is free for all schools to use. To access the Webwise AUP generator and learn more about AUPs, click here.
Digital Age of Consent
Digital Age of Consent
Under the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Ireland has now set the Digital Age of Consent to 16 years old.
This is the age at which children can legally consent to companies/organisations processing their personal data or information.
For children under the age of 16, consent must be given by the parent or guardian of the child.
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