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How to Teach Children with a Visual Learning Style

Learning styles are based on the theory that everyone learns in different ways. Some people learn better when they can see the information in front of them, whereas others learn […]

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Hungry for tech: The student experience

The more technology advances, the more devices we incorporate into our daily lives—sometimes without even knowing. Children in the U.K. are being exposed to the screen younger and younger, with […]

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How to Teach Children with a Reading and Writing Learning Style

While some people prefer to learn by taking in information via videos or actions, some prefer reading and writing to help information sink in. These learners are said to have […]

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The future of education: Finding purpose

The last few years created uncertainty around the world. Every industry changed in some way after the effects of COVID-19 and its destruction. Education is a constantly evolving craft, and […]

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Seven Strategies to Keep Students with ADHD Engaged in the Classroom

As an educator, student engagement is a constant battle. Teaching in modern classroom environments can sometimes feel like you’re competing for your pupils’ attention against a seemingly endless stream of […]

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ActivInspire 3.0 launches with a fresh look and enhanced features

Promethean is excited to release ActivInspire 3.0, offering teachers a more robust version of the software they know and love. Highlights of ActivInspire 3.0 include enhanced performance, updated visuals, and […]

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How to Measure Student Engagement at University

University lecturers spend a lot less time with their students than many other educators, such as secondary school teachers. As a result, it can be difficult to connect with students […]

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Are schools giving social-emotional learning the attention it needs?

The 2023 State of Technology in Education report revealed that social-emotional learning (SEL) is the top priority in schools for the second year in a row. Social-emotional learning helps students […]

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How are teachers supporting social-emotional needs this year?

For the second year in a row, the majority of educators who contributed their experiences and opinions to the State of Technology in Education report put social-emotional learning (SEL) at […]

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How to Engage Shy and Quiet Students in The Classroom? 9 Top Tips.

All students learn differently, and no matter the school year or the size of the class, there are always going to be students who are a bit more reluctant to […]

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How to Engage International Students: 12 Strategies and Tips

The number of foreign students pursuing their education in UK schools and universities is increasing year after year, with unprecedented international enrollment figures reported in 2021-22. This continual upward trend […]

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10 Tips on How to Monitor Student Engagement

In educational environments, from early years all the way up to Higher Education, monitoring student engagement is essential to ensuring success. This can be achieved through various methods, such as […]

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Experiential learning for differentiated students

Educators understand that, because each student is unique with different needs, they require a different teaching approach. Experiential learning opens up ways for educators to engage students without being limited […]

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Blackburn Rovers Sports College: from presentation to education with the ActivPanel

Blackburn Rovers Sports College specialises in delivering business and sports courses for young people aged 16-24 who are not in employment, education, or training. The charity-run college provides a variety […]

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Classroom lightbulb moments with the ActivPanel

The ActivPanel is a front-of-class display designed to empower teachers, but that doesn’t mean students don’t benefit as well. In fact, our customer stories about the schools and communities we […]

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How To Engage University Students: 5 Top Tips

As education advances, the range of student distractions increases. Both technology and general anxieties about university life can cause students to lose focus and disengage. And, when we’re honest with […]

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Maintaining high standards with the ActivPanel at St John Bosco Senior Boys School

Quality lesson delivery has always been a top priority at St John Bosco Senior Boys School in Dublin. To build on this commitment, the school recently enhanced its classroom hardware […]

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How to Use Interactive Whiteboards in Higher Education

With the emergence of new technologies to enhance the teaching process, there is a huge push for professional development among educators. This means it’s time to throw your old teaching […]

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Enhancing education experiences with the ActivPanel

Situated in Hampstead, St Christopher’s School is an independent school for girls age 4 to 11, whose ethos champions creativity and curiosity. The school previously had interactive whiteboards, but they […]

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How to Engage Students Without Relying Solely on Technology

Technology has become an integral part of education in today’s digital age. It definitely has incredible benefits to offer in classrooms, but an overreliance on technology can lead to disengaged […]

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10 Reasons for a Lack of Student Engagement in the Classroom

Student engagement is a crucial factor for a student’s educational success. When students are disengaged in the classroom, they may struggle to focus. This will affect their ability to make […]

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How to Improve Student Engagement in Online Learning Courses

Student engagement can be a big challenge for educators. This challenge is amplified when it comes to engaging online students. For creators and administrators of online courses, it can be […]

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How Do You Keep Students Engaged at the Beginning and End of a Lesson?

Keeping students engaged during a lesson can be challenging, and success is often reliant on how well you engage them at the start. Well-engaged students often achieve higher grades and […]

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How to Engage Students With Technology: 8 Tips and Tricks

Using technology in the classroom has become more and more popular over the last few decades, creating further potential for students to develop and grow. As technology continues to advance, […]

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