Suggested Digital Tools

Ethical Considerations

Protecting student privacy and informed parental consent.

• • Obtain parental consent for participation and sharing

  • Use limited sharing permissions and secure platforms

  • Maintain transparent and reciprocal communication regarding the collection, storage, and sharing of student work

Ensuring participation for students without sharing/photo consent.

• • Alternative participation and documentation options

  • Use audio recordings, original artwork, pseudonyms, avatars, or teacher documentation 

Promoting equitable access regardless of home technology availability and current skill level.

• • presume school-based completion (i.e., no home technology requirements)

  • scaffolded support as needed (e.g., buddy classes)

  • offer multiple means of participation and expression

Ensuring devices, tools, and platforms selected are developmentally appropriate and functional for primary learners.

• • select tools with minimal interfacing and low cognitive load

  • prioritize accessibility, usability, and reliability over novelty

Balancing screen time exposure against the benefits of technology.

• Use technology primarily for documentation, reflection, communication, and sharing

• Prioritize direct experiences outdoors and in community settings

• Limit screen use to moments where technology adds value that would otherwise be difficult or impossible to achieve

Honouring Indigenous Perspectives and community relationships

• avoid performative or scripted activities

• emphasize relationship, reciprocity, and responsibility 

• use resources and perspectives respectfully within local contexts

• remember that this work involves ongoing relationship-building