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How to use Digital Matters<\/h1>\n

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The platform is designed to be used in the classroom environment or at home with a parent. Below we\u2019ve provided some tips and advice on how to use it and get the best out of it.<\/p>\n

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1. Select who you are<\/h2>\n

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Click \u2018Begin as\u2026\u2019 teacher, parent\/carer or child. If you are a teacher, you will have to sign up and log in to get access to free lesson materials. See what each teacher\u2019s pack includes<\/a> before you sign up.<\/p>\n

Parents will have access to a companion guide without signing up. See our list of our useful links<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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2. Choose the topic and lesson<\/h2>\n

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Select the topic you would like then choose a lesson within the topic to learn more specifically about. If needed, you can filter lessons to suit your needs.<\/p>\n

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3. Download free resource pack<\/h2>\n

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Teachers can download the lesson\u2019s content and parents or carers can download a companion guide for that lesson to better support their children.<\/p>\n

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4. Start with Interactive Learning<\/h2>\n

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To begin learning about the topic, start with Interactive Learning.<\/p>\n

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5. Get into the story<\/h2>\n

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To apply knowledge about the topic, start with Once Upon Online.<\/p>\n

Note: Teachers, parents\/carers and children will all see the same screens for Once Upon Online and Interactive Learning and can complete the activities.<\/em><\/p>\n

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6. Complete and print out your story journey<\/h2>\n

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At the end of Once Upon Online, you\u2019ll have the opportunity to print out the journey to have an open discussion about the choices made.<\/p>\n

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