How does the CLC support teachers with their teaching?
A. The CLC is establishing a network of teaching expertise across the partnership and between CLCs in Manchester. Areas of excellence in the use of ICT for teaching and learning are being identified across the curriculum, enabling teachers to share and collaborate in new and existing projects in innovative ways. Some funding is available to support curriculum development in specific subject areas and departments. Lesson plans, resources, appropriate websites, video clips of teachers in action, interactive worksheets and examples of completed work are available through the CLC Learning network. Training in the use of educational hardware and software is provided at twilight sessions or during the day as part of a school’s INSET programme. The National Opportunities Fund ICT training for all teachers is supported in a number of ways. Basic ICT skills training is provided to get teachers up to speed before their main training commences. Activities will be established to support staff with
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