A report by UK telecommunications giant BT says they also have concerns over training, funding and access to advice. However the report, Heading for the Superhighway, concludes that heads are convinced of the educational benefits of ICT and committed to exploiting its potential. The report pinpoints a number of key issues for headteachers, including staff training and identifying how a new piece of equipment will support the curriculum. The Chief Executive of BT, Sir Peter Bonfield, said the report would be a valuable guide for schools.
New technology makes new demands of teachers.
They have to be equipped to make effective use of that technology in the classroom and to learn how to harness its potential. They carried out the research at more than 250 schools in England, Scotland and Wales. The General Secretary of the National Association of Head Teachers, David Hart, welcomed the report. The Teacher Training Agency plans to use the report findings in its training programmes for new and serving headteachers. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.