Experiences in Developing a Large-Scale School IT Project: Processes, Outcomes, and Issues

Abstract

This paper proceeds from the products, processes, and experiences associated with developing customised courseware, learning tools, and Web sites for a large-scale educational multimedia project to discuss issues of likely concern to others engaged in achieving educational innovation and support through IT development. The two and a half year project — a cooperative venture between two Hong Kong secondary schools to promote the use of IT for teaching and learning by providing the necessary technology, educational materials, and support environment - was supported with expertise from the City University of Hong Kong and conducted under the Hong Kong Government’s Quality Education Fund scheme. What were the outcomes of such extensive activity? How were the development processes conducted? Are there any significant general issues that need consideration by future developers, educational administrators and teachers, funding bodies, and governments?