Use of Technology

Each John Monash Science School (JMSS) student must bring a laptop computer and a secondary device to school daily. Our multi-device strategy enables ‘anytime, anywhere’ learning and gives JMSS students ready access to resources and collaboration opportunities.

JMSS Student With Headphones On Laptop

Interactive devices are transforming learning at JMSS.

Our school’s IT infrastructure is part of the extensive Monash IT network, giving our students and teachers access to resources developed in partnership with the University. Students may access this network electronically anywhere in the school or on the University campus.

Multi-Device Program.

A multi device solution provides the most flexibility for learning at JMSS. Students may bring any combination of Windows, Apple, and Linux platform devices to support their learning.

Students are required to bring two fully charged digital devices to school each day. The primary device (for example, a laptop or notebook computer) will serve as the student’s “main” computer, while the secondary device (for example, a tablet or iPad) will be used to capture learning, take photos and videos, and gain access to digital content subscription services.

JMSS is wirelessly networked for all laptops, tablets and iPads. Students have access to a vast range of internet sites, email, applications such as calendars and collaborative resources, and coursework sites custom-built by JMSS teachers for use both in and outside of class. Both students and teachers alike at JMSS are always learning. Students might use iPads to read while typing on their laptops. Laptops are great for holding large amounts of data, while iPads offer quick start times. iPads are also useful for taking photos and videos of experiments.

The school library is largely online as well, with students able to use e-books (electronic books) as well as (or in place of) traditional paper textbooks to complement their study. This gives students flexibility in where and how they study and reduces the weight of carrying several textbooks for multiple subjects.

JMSS Students On Laptop Inside School

Purchasing devices.

All information will be given out at New Student Information Nights. It is at our parents’ discretion whether to buy devices with upgraded specifications. The school strongly recommends purchasing insurance and an appropriate case or protective cover in order to protect devices from damage.