Lessons from a primary pilot

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Lessons from a primary pilot
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Background to the Kent Pilot

• Objective to explore the possibilities offered
  by Learning Platforms to primary schools
• Ashford rural cluster 19 schools
• Piloted the Learning Platform for one year
• Kaleidos Portal Plus
• Integrated SIMS MIS
• Integrated Kaleidos VLE
• Appointed Donna Rogers to manage the project and
  ensure its success

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• The Role of the Project Manager
• At this point a video of Donna Rogers, Learning
  Platform Project Manager, Kent CC was shown
  (removed due to file size).
• You can view the full set of video case studies
  including the above clip at
• www.rm.com/learningplatforms

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What has been achieved

• Enthusiastic and committed champions
• A platform for sharing ideas and resources
• Personalising learning pupils feel special
• Home use providing impetus from pupils and
  parents

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• Lessons Learnt and Advice to Authorities
• At this point a video of Donna Rogers, Learning
  Platform Project Manager, Kent CC was shown
  (removed due to file size).
• Note you can view the full set of video case
  studies including the above clip at
• www.rm.com/learningplatforms

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The learning journey for Learning Platforms
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Ingredients for success

• Plan and prepare what do you want to achieve?
• Get commitment from your schools
• Choose a basket that gives schools choice
• Effective implementation takes time
• Create a culture which embraces ongoing change
• Choose a partner who will evolve with you

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Working in partnership
Implementation
Training
Change management
Educational consultancy
Collaborative partnerships
Initial planning
Technical design
Project management
Technical support
Product design