Digital Leaders

What are Digital Leaders?

Digital Leaders are students who are adept at using technology and are willing to share their knowledge and skills with others. Through working with staff, peers and school leaders, Digital Leaders are able to help shape how technology is used in and outside of the classroom.


Role of the Digital Leader

• Support staff and students with the use of technology.
• Promote e-safety.
• Report to school governors.

• Test out new equipment and resources.
• Improve their understanding of technology.
• Share their knowledge and skills with others.
• Help shape the use of technology within school.
• Act as e-ambassadors.

What’s in it for the students?

• Get even better at using technology.
• Develop leadership skills.
• Identify opportunities and overcome challenges with ICT.
• Teach staff and students across the school.
• Trial and evaluate new equipment and services.
• Work with Digital Leaders from other schools.
• Have a platform for expressing their ideas and opinions.
• Develop a growth mindset.
  

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