Later, as a leader in my classroom, I took a Participative leadership role where I motivated, guided and managed a group of students to utilize the use of the laptops in my classroom environment. I gave the student’s a sense of ownership and responsibility to achieve success using a range of digital devices in a positive, supportive learning environment. I also provided leadership opportunities for students with specific digital technology expertise to help and support their fellow students. Amanda O’Brien quoted in my interview; “As a teacher, you have committed yourself to the laptop programme and professional development that coincides with this. You are open to change, accept feedback willingly, and ask questions when needed. As the HOD of Literacy, you encouraged and supported the use of the laptops within classroom programmes.”
