Keeping up momentum — how positive changes to school IT usage can be maintained in 2024

Will edtech usage decline over the years if educators return to traditional teaching methods they find more manageable and reliable? Or do educators want to deepen their reliance on edtech […]

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Student-led vs. teacher-led learning

Student-led learning has gained pace over the last several years. It means a departure from a traditional classroom set up, giving pupils more autonomy and encouraging them to take more […]

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Rounded classroom strategies: why you need one

Have you ever considered why some classrooms are configured a certain way; the teacher at the front, students in rows facing them? Also, why the back row has negative connotations. […]

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university students using technology in a class lecture

Rounded classrooms: how to get one

Perhaps it’s about adapting the school’s teaching to all students’ abilities and strengths. Or maybe it means teachers delivering engaging, interactive lessons that motivate and inspire pupils all throughout the […]

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Fast forward one year with our ActivPanel – Romiley Primary School

Mark Ownsworth, Year 4 Teacher at Romiley Primary School, previously won an ActivPanel through the Promethean Grant. A year into their journey with the interactive flat panel display, Mark explains […]

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How to run a successful academy edtech pilot

Academies, particularly those forming part of a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), are often on the lookout for new tech. The problem is knowing which tools, software, and devices will work for […]

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Lenham Primary School case study

Investing in Technology and Confidence with the ActivPanel A bit of background Situated in the rural community of Lenham is Lenham Primary School, a good school with a family feel. […]

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Torkington Primary Case Study

Supporting Early Years Learning with the ActivPanel A bit of background Torkington Primary School can be found in the leafy suburb of Stockport in Cheshire. The school believes that every […]

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Headteacher using technology.

Top five IT challenges for headteachers

Today’s educational leaders recognise the role technology can play in helping them meet their strategic aims and attainment targets. In reality, edtech is not always being used as effectively as […]

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Whalley Primary School Case Study

The ActivPanel is an investment in our children’s future The interactive display is great for collaborative learning with the multi-touch feature allowing small groups to all use the panel at […]

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Digital literacy in the classroom: How important is it?

The digital world offers tremendous benefits to us all. It provides platforms that allow us to connect and collaborate. It opens up opportunities to learn about new and important issues, […]

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Students using technology in the classroom.

Five ways to maximise engagement in primary schools

Engaging students is one of the biggest challenges facing teachers now and in the future. Sustaining their interest can be difficult, and a lack of understanding about what ‘engagement’ actually […]

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