Digitext Appraisal

• Name of school:
  Hartshead Sports College
• Name of person doing the appraisal and position:
  Diannah Miller LSA Learning Mentor
• Name of software and company:
  Feargal Fly - Digitexts Fields of Glory
• Brief description of the software:
  We are told the story of Feargal Fly Private Eye and his investigations, and in "Fields of Glory" we are told about the first black footballer, Walter Tull and shown relevant historical information.
• Year group and number of pupils using the software:
  Individuals yrs 7-11
• How often do the pupils use the software:
  Daily during Literacy Club
• Type of difficulties experienced by the pupils:
  Pupils who find it difficult to focus when reading books and need more stimulation to engage fully when reading.
• Do you find the software easy to use?
  Yes, quiet straight forward
• Your view of the software e.g. graphics, speech and area(s) covered by the software:
  Readers do have to be reasonably capable as there could be unfamiliar words in the text. The graphics are very good and the music works well.
• Who supervises the delivery of the programme?
  Peer tutors or staff
• Pupil's view of the programme:
  Pupils enjoy using the programme very much
• What areas of expertise does the programme cover and does it marry with other programmes used?
  We are using this programme to address the needs of pupils with literacy difficulties. It is used in the Literacy Club.
• Any improvements that could be made or any other comments:
  The text could be read out loud in order for less able readers to have access to the programme.
• Progress made by the pupils:
  Willingness to try different mediums for literacy. An interest developed to try new words as they can lead to good stories.
• Would your school continue to use the programme?
  Yes