14 May 2014
Mr Laing has come across an exciting application, ClassDojo and is currently trialling this free app with his Stage 5 French class. This is to improve communication with parents. This app is available for smart phone and iPads and can be accessed directly via a website. This application allows the teacher to provide instant feedback to parents about their children.
The main function of this application is:
* accessing a report based on a number of positive and negative behaviours which are entered in class by clicking on a single button.
* Messaging between the teacher and the parents. Mr Laing intends to use the message function to send information regarding homework at the conclusion of each lesson. This will enable parents to know exactly what your child is required to study for their next lesson.
As a teacher, Mr Laing would like to evaluate if this is an effective way to communicate information to parents regarding their child's progress. It is just a click on a button to set student information so it will not interrupt learning time in class.
This application is not intended to replace normal communication procedures with the School.
A letter has been forwarded to parents of his students in his 9/10 French class on this app and the installation.