T4L rollout Apple iPads and those purchased through EdBuy, are almost ready for action straight out of the box. But before you hand them over to teachers or students there are a couple of key steps to follow!
- To begin you will need to ensure you have set up Apple School Manager as well as your school's JAMF instance and your devices have been assigned.
- Then before switching on, ensure you have purchased and assigned the Apps you want and grouped your iPads if needed.
Finally follow the instructions to switch on your iPads as well as configuring your WiFi and proxy settings to be all set for Technology 4 Learning.
Apple School Manager and Jamf set up
If this is your first delivery of Apple devices before proceeding to the next step, check in with your local field operations team member (Apple Champions) via EDConnect to ensure your:
- Apple School Manager account has been created and you have the login credentials
- Jamf Pro instance has been created and your devices have been assigned.
For Apple devices, this is also a great reference point for checking over your fleet in both your Apple School Manager and MDM console.
For further information, view the Apple mobile device management fact sheet.
Assigning and purchasing Apps
After you have checked your devices are assigned you now need to assign Apps first in Apple School Manger and then JAMF. Watch the videos below for a step-by-step guide.
Creating static groups using your school's Jamf Pro instance
Assigning apps to groups using your school’s Jamf Pro instance
Unbox and switch on
Now its time to unbox and switch on. Follow the steps in the video or follow the instructions below.
1. Ensure you are in a room with access to DETNSW Wi-Fi.
2. iPads out of the box usually come fully charged, but if this isn’t the case, plug them into a power cable.
3. Switch the iPad on.
4. Follow the start-up instructions on the iPad, and once prompted, connect to DETNSW Wi-Fi.
Your iPad should now begin the enrolment process, simply follow the onscreen instructions. This may take some time.
Configure Wi-Fi proxy settings
When your iPad is set up, ensure the Wi-Fi proxy settings have been configured correctly. To do this:
- tap onto the Settings app
- tap into the Wi-Fi
- tap on the ‘blue i’ for your DETNSW network
- select ‘Configure proxy’
- tap and set this to ‘Automatic’
- select ‘Save’ in the top-right corner of the screen.
Troubleshooting
For other support enquiries, you can touch base with your local field operations team member or Apple Champion via EdConnect (1300 32 32 32).
Getting started with your Apple iPads
Now that your devices are up and running it is time to kickstart your journey with technology in the classroom. Take a peek at these resources packed with top tech tips and tricks to boost your skills in no time.
Read - Get back to basics and discover the power of Pages on Apple iPad with magazine.T4L
Attend - Register for a one-hour professional learning webinar for Chromebook or watch previous sessions on demand
Watch - Get started with Apple iPad professional learning
Discover - Check out the Getting started with Apple resources page to commence your iPad adventure!
Learn - Take your iPad skills to the next level in 10 easy steps with a curated digital pathway
Powering your productivity with technology
After mastering the basics of your device, explore a new set of resources designed to power your productivity with technology.
Read - Guide digital learning with 10 tips for Apple Classroom featured in magazine.T4L
Attend - Catch up on a one-hour PL webinar to build students' skills as authors and discover key resources on iPad, or register for an upcoming event
Watch - Discover accessibility features on Apple iPad
Discover - Listen to a podcast on digital wellbeing featuring neuroproductivity researcher Dr Kristy Goodwin
Teaching and learning with your T4L rollout devices
Read - Find tips for streamlining presentations with Keynote in magazine.T4L
Attend - Build students' podcasting and music creation skills on iPad, or register for an upcoming event
Watch - Create dynamic presentations in Keynote
Discover - Get your students creating with T4L Kids magazine, a self-guided independent learning resource
Learn more
For more support with your devices, subscribe to T4L and receive the latest resources or contact t4linnovations@det.nsw.edu.au.