STL3C9: Support the use of ICT in the learning environment

1. Understand the policy and procedures for the use of ICT for teaching and learning

• 1.1 Describe the setting’s policy for the use of ICT for teaching and learning
• 1.2 Identify the ICT resources used for teaching and learning within the learning environment
• 1.3 Outline relevant legislation, regulations and guidance in relation to the use of ICT, eg software licensing
• 1.4 Describe the requirements and procedures for storage and security of ICT resources

2. Understand how to prepare ICT resources for use in teaching and learning

• 2.1 Describe the risks associated with ICT resources and how to minimise them
• 2.2 List ICT resources that may be accessed in a teaching and learning environment
• 2.3 Explain the importance of the use of screening devices to prevent access to unsuitable material via the internet

3. Be able to support the use of ICT for teaching and learning

• 3.1 Use ICT resources correctly and safely, when asked to do so
• 3.2 Give clear guidance and instructions to others on the use of ICT resources
• 3.3 Provide an appropriate level of assistance to enable learners to experience a sense of achievement, maintain self-confidence and encourage self-help skills in the use of ICT
• 3.4 Describe the sorts of problems that might occur when supporting learners using ICT and how to deal with these