Education Secondary School
The iPad programme at Al Siraat College is designed to enhance student learning through the integration of 21st-century educational tools. By providing each student with an individual iPad, the programme fosters self-directed learning, collaboration, and equips students with the skills necessary for higher education and the modern workplace.
A dynamic interaction among students, educators, parents, and the extended community enhances student learning. Technology does not diminish the essential role of the teacher; rather, it transforms the teacher’s role from a director of learning to a facilitator of learning. Effective teaching and learning with iPads seamlessly integrate technology into the curriculum anytime and anywhere.
Each iPad will be set up with the student’s school email account to facilitate communication with staff and peers. To install apps, an iTunes account will be required. Students may use their personal accounts, if they have one, while a school account will also be available.
For secondary students, digital textbooks will be preloaded onto the device, providing easy access to all required texts without the need to carry heavy books. These online texts offer enriched content, including videos, audio elements, and interactive graphics, enhancing the learning experience beyond traditional textbooks.
All 1:1 student iPads are provided by the College as part of the Composite Levy for Senior students in Years 7 to 12. While the device remains the property of the College, it is loaned to the family for the duration of the student’s enrolment. Families are responsible for any damage costs incurred during the loan period. Upon the student’s departure from the College, the iPad must be returned. The College reserves the right to allocate, collect, and utilise iPads based on educational and operational requirements.