Take your time to choose the device that's right for you...
With all the sales, deals and hype around every new device release the world of technology purchasing can be a little overwhelming. You should not feel like you need to rush out and buy a device. At this stage devices are not compulsory as we have measures in place to assist our students during the transition to BYOD. You might find that the way you work doesn't warrant the need for a device at all. However, with more school communication and educational resources now being based online having some sort of device can be very beneficial, a great investment for managing your time and school work and to help you to develop personal computing skills that will be valuable in further study, employment and throughout your adult life. |
If you do decide to purchase a device to assist with your studies during your time at Coffs Harbour Senior College, we advise that you use the following list when comparing devices. We recommend that you also consider the subjects you have chosen to study, as they will dictate the type of work you may be using a device for*. For this reason, you may choose to attend the college for a few weeks before committing to a purchase:
Essential considerations:
Ergonomic considerations:
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Other considerations:
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* Specialist technology and practical courses are timetabled into labs where all specialist equipment will be provided.