Staff consultation

1. Consultative Staff Meeting
Monday 27 April

2.  Open up the Padlet link on your email
 To contribute, double tap on the screen and begin typing
 It is up to you if you want to be anonymous or put your name at the start of the
comment
 If you were unable to attend the meeting, you can still contribute to this
discussion
 Insert padlet link here also email to staff

3.  Majority of iPads are well past their use by date
 Thin clients are coming out of warranty and are not providing a stable platform
for teachers to work on
 Apple TVs are not working consistently with devices and rooms – most teachers
are finding they need to be tied to the cord to be able to use projection
 Load on computer labs is excessive – particularly when assessment is due

4.  Speed and reliability of thin clients lacking
 Viability of iPad as a ‘one stop shop’ for teacher
 Consistency of Apple TV in the classroom
 Unable to print from iPad without using Citrix
 Compatibility of Apple platform with Windows platform (Pages, Keynote)
 Projection issues – there is currently no reliable system available that will stream
video – staff will continued to be encouraged to use cords for this

5. http://padua.qld.edu.au/technology/technology-at-
padua/ipad-survey-overview/
Based on the number of responses this is a sample group and
the assumption has been made that this is indicative across the
board

6. For your information but separate to today’s discussion –
NO DECISIONS WILL BE MADE UNTIL PARENT
CONSULTATION HAS TAKEN PLACE
5-6 – Netbook device (smaller, cheaper version of laptop – cheaper than iPad
currently required)
7-9 – Laptop
10 – 12 Laptop or Netbook (dependant on pathway)

7.  Tablet style device (touch screen with detachable keyboard, usb inputs) to enable
similar functionality of ipad but in a windows environment and allow the device to
also function as a laptop
Sample only

8.  Loss of access to Apple Apps
 Windows apps available but limited range
 Updates and software to be provided through management software – limited
need to take your device to IT for upgrades, software
 No need for iPad adaptors – cords to connect to projectors available in all rooms –
use VGA / Computer option on Control Panel
 Reliable connection – no need for Citrix
 Ability to work off-site (Panel, PD)
 1 consistent platform

9. Don’t forget you can also contribute through Padlet