Theory vs. practice: which is more important in education?

Theory vs. practice: which is more important in education?

Traditionally, two schools of thought exist in the education community. On one side, educators believe equipping students with a deep theoretical knowledge of varied topics and concepts within each subject […]

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Using edtech for immersive learning experiences

Using edtech for immersive learning experiences

Teachers value the classroom as the central hub where they can create an engaging student experience and community. However, making the most of this environment doesn’t mean being restricted by […]

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What is experiential learning?

What is experiential learning?

Student engagement has always been a priority for educators, especially since the return to the classroom, and experiential learning is a key trend to help. Educators still believe the face-to-face […]

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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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How much tech training have teachers had this year?

How much tech training have teachers had this year?

If teachers are to be in the best position to overcome the challenges of each school year and prepare themselves for the next, a proper commitment to training is essential.  […]

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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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The UKI teacher training landscape

The UKI teacher training landscape

Teacher training may be an essential component of an educator’s professional development, but our annual State of Technology in Education research shows how widely this varies in practice. We’ve tracked […]

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classroom students working on an art project with the teacher

What is the Importance of Visual Arts In Education?

Vital to the physical, mental and emotional growth of our youth, the importance of visual arts in education is unfortunately overlooked by those in power. To learn more about the […]

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visual art in the classroom

What is Visual Arts and 12 Examples?

When discussing visual art, many people will think of renowned fine artists rather than conceptual art. However, the term refers to a large variety of art forms, which are discussed […]

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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 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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12 student engagement strategies for every classroom

12 Student Engagement Strategies

Generating genuine student engagement is the most difficult part of the job for any teacher. It’s also an absolutely vital part of student success. No matter how naturally interesting the […]

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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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visual learner student working on school work on a tablet device

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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teacher and student using the Promethean ActivPanel for a Geography lesson in the classroom

Geography Quizzes For Interactive Whiteboards

Quizzes can be a fantastic way to make learning interesting and fun, helping students revise their understanding of the earth while also learning new geographical information without ever feeling like […]

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students using technology to take a quiz in the classroom

History Quizzes For Interactive Whiteboards

Quizzes have been an excellent classroom resource for decades, and thanks to interactive whiteboards, classrooms are becoming even more mentally stimulating for students. In our guide, we have uncovered some […]

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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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group of students using geography apps in the classroom

Educational Apps For Geography Lessons

In need of some inspiration to make your geography classes a bit more exciting? With the wide range of apps used in conjunction with an interactive display, students can benefit […]

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Two students using an interactive display/ interactive whiteboard in the classroom working on a history lesson

Educational Apps For History Lessons

Most children are excited about technology. And, most of your class probably have plenty of apps downloaded onto their smartphones or other devices, so learning in this manner is familiar, […]

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young girl on a laptop displaying the world of computing

Computing Games For Interactive Whiteboards

Computing skills are valued in almost all workplaces, so understanding how they work and how to operate them efficiently can be a valuable skill to have when leaving school. Computer […]

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