educating generation z and generation alpha

Educating and Engaging the Next Generation of Students

Although the world and our communities have changed dramatically in the past few decades, schools, classrooms, and teaching methods have remained quite static. Apart from the addition of the occasional […]

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Upgrading edtech and upskilling digital literacy at Dens Road Primary

Situated in the city of Dundee, Dens Road Primary and Nursery School is underpinned by its forward-thinking attitude to enhance student engagement and interaction. So when the school was looking […]

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disengaged student in the classroom

How to Engage Disengaged Students: 10 Top Tips

Poor attendance, disruptive behaviour and disengaged learning can all be prevented or solved with early identification and positive interaction between the student and their teachers.  By encouraging learning and building […]

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The Romero Catholic Academy accelerates IT strategy with Promethean

‘Nurturing the talent of tomorrow’ runs through the very heart of The Romero Catholic Academy. This family of one secondary and seven primary schools offers a seamless learning journey for […]

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visual arts in primary school

How To Teach Visual Arts In Primary School

We use art to make sense of the world, express ourselves freely and understand one another. Because of this, visual arts education should be an integral part of any primary […]

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11 Optimal Learning Environments to Promote Student Engagement

Year-on-year, there is a significant decline in student engagement globally. There are several factors that have contributed to this decline. But, regardless of the root behind this academic phenomenon, it […]

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visual arts in high school

What Are Visual Arts in High School and How is Best to Teach Them?

A visual arts program is essential to any high school curriculum. It teaches students practical skills they can apply in various workplaces and engages them with life skills such as […]

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The evolution of edtech

Embracing the evolution of edtech: St George’s C of E Foundation School and the ActivPanel

When the World Wide Web was born in 1994, nobody knew it would be such a huge catalyst for technological change. And when Dave Morgan started his teaching career at […]

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Experiential learning

The benefits of experiential learning for Special Educational Needs (SEN) students

Students with special educational needs (SEN) represented 12.6% of the total student population in England as of January 2022, according to the U.K. Government, so it’s an important responsibility for […]

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visual arts in early childhood classrooms

How to Encourage Visual Arts in Early Childhood Education

Young children learn through the use of their senses, with sight being one of the most important in the early years. For an infant, visual art is a vital part […]

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learning with the flipped classroom

14 Ways Of Enhancing Student Engagement Using The Flipped Classroom

Have you heard about the flipped classroom? Are you a teacher trying to change things up in the classroom to improve student engagement? The flipped classroom is a pedagogical model […]

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Promethean explains: Digital-first teaching

Promethean explains: Digital-first teaching

As educators consider how to teach most effectively since returning to the classroom, they’re looking for a future-proof approach aligned to the shifts they’ve seen. A core component of this […]

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Edtech upskilling for all levels of staff confidence

Edtech upskilling for all levels of staff confidence

For educators, edtech upskilling – keeping up with new technologies and upgrades to what they already use in the classroom – is a constant priority. It’s both important for the […]

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A day in the life of a school IT administrator

A day in the life of a school IT administrator

School IT administrators play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day ecosystem, maintaining and upgrading edtech for classroom teaching and learning. It’s a demanding, important job that requires technical proficiency, […]

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A day in the life of a school leader

A day in the life of a school leader

School leaders hold ultimate responsibility for staff, student and school performance. In charge of setting the school strategy each academic year, they’re held accountable for attainment drops and dissatisfaction. It’s […]

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A day in the life of a teacher

A day in the life of a teacher

Not only do teachers help students reach their full academic potential, they also play a direct role in influencing students’ maturity, values and worldview. It’s a great responsibility that requires […]

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what is student engagement

What is Student Engagement?

Student engagement is a commonly discussed concept that all educators agree is vital. It usually refers to students’ active participation, involvement, and interest in learning. It encompasses their willingness to […]

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Building a business blueprint with the ActivPanel

Starting a business takes resilience and bucket loads of determination. It also needs solid finance, marketing, and many other operational areas to be in place if a new venture is […]

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La réalité virtuelle intègre désormais les salles de classe.

Social-emotional learning in a digital world

Educators find themselves in what might seem like a paradox. The digital world is expanding, with edtech continuing to be a vital aspect of teaching and learning. But the top […]

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Promethean explains: Learning fatigue

Learning fatigue and student engagement came to the forefront during remote learning, when students were thrown into a learning experience outside their usual classroom environment. Ensuring students are stimulated and […]

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Top 5 apps for social-emotional learning

Social-emotional learning (SEL) has become one of schools’ top priorities. In an increasingly digital world, educators are turning to edtech to achieve this goal. Interactive displays like the ActivPanel, for […]

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Kirklees College and Promethean: Relationships and resources that stand the test of time

For Kirklees College in West Yorkshire, their pioneering journey into edtech began over 20 years ago, through the introduction of early interactive whiteboards from global education company, Promethean. Over two […]

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St Olave’s standardises digital access and enhances security with the ActivPanel

St Olave’s Grammar School in Orpington has been providing high-quality learning experiences for over 450 years, and with a rich heritage in academia and the arts, the school prides itself […]

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Promethean partnership helps drive education equity across South Ayrshire

Scotland’s South Ayrshire Council is committed to establishing a quality education system that covers the authority’s vast geography. Guided by an overarching objective to ensure continued education equity for both […]

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