The Really Useful ICT Book is a practical and easy-to-use guide to give you all the confidence you need to use ICT really effectively inside and outside the primary classroom. It makes clear how ICT can be taught as a standalone subject, and how it can be used easily and imaginatively to enhance teaching other subjects. Jam-packed with ideas and templates to save you time, this friendly handbook offers an introduction to:using ICT inside the classroom - including interactive whiteboards, computer suites, VLEs and e-safety using ICT outside the classroom - including word processors, laptops, data loggers and digital cameraswhen and how to use a wide range of software and hardware - from spreadsheet packages through to digital photography, e-portfolios and software simulationusing ICT in all subject areaspractical suggestions for using ICT in cross-curricular topicsusing ICT to develop teacher and pupil creativityusing ICT for assessment and in your professional role.With an emphasis on developing children's creativity and on progression from Key Stage 1 to Key Stage 2, The Really Useful ICT Book is a comprehensive compendium of advice and inspiration for all training, newly qualified and experienced teachers, as well as those in support roles in primary schools.

The Really Useful ICT Book provides straight-forward guidance for all those who want to improve their confidence using ICT in the primary classroom. It makes clear how ICT can be used simply and effectively to teach ICT as a standalone subject, and how ICT can be used to enhance teaching other subjects.