1. Setting up a core group

The implementation of e-learning requires not only a paradigm shift but also a lot of preparation work such as teacher development and exploration of e-resources and e-learning tools. Since teachers’ readiness for and confidence in implementing e-learning varied, a core group of teachers was formed to take up the role of pioneers. The core group was composed of the English panel head, the assistant panel head and a teacher with experience in e-learning. They were responsible for teacher development and promoting e-learning tryouts at different levels.

2.Adopting a progressive approach

To promote e-learning progressively, the school adopted the SAMR (Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition) model developed by Dr Ruben Puentedura. The four-tier model shows how technology can be integrated with learning and teaching according to the learning objectives set for students and the level of teachers’ readiness.