... Key Stage 1 and 2) (DfEE 2000: 39) Through this essay I will discuss the potential of using and managing a range of software applications and hardware peripherals within the foundation subject Art. The National Curriculum states that at Key Stage one "Pupils should be taught to use IT equipment and software confidently and purposefully to communicate and handle information and to support their problem solving, recording and expressive work." (DfEE 2000: 98) And at Key Stage two "Pupils should be taught to extend the range of IT tools that they use for communication, investigation and control; become discerning in their use of IT; select information, sources and media for their suitability for purpose; and assess the value of IT in their working practices. (DfEE 2000:100) All pupils will need to be given the opportunity in order to meet these entitlements. They will need to have access to a variety of resources in order to complete tasks, which will ...

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