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Public schools missing out in wake of Charter schools $60,000 bonus
Technology in the Classroom

Public schools missing out in wake of Charter schools $60,000 bonus

Getting more digital devices, teacher aides and supporting costs of outdoor activities could have been paid for with the charter school bonuses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016
BYOD in schools: the backpack a potential treasure trove for thieves
Technology in the Classroom

BYOD in schools: the backpack a potential treasure trove for thieves

A recent Facebook poll from IAG and AMI Insurance reveals high value technology are increasingly being carried around by students.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Feb 2016

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What do teachers need? Technology professional development, apparently
EduTech

What do teachers need? Technology professional development, apparently

48% of UK teachers feel that technology professional development is not timely for use in the classroom, says whitepaper by Cumulus Global.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2016
New case study reveals benefits of BYOD collaboration in schools
Unified Communications

New case study reveals benefits of BYOD collaboration in schools

BYOD programmes in classrooms are benefiting students, as they adapt learning to the increasingly mobile nature of technology.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2016
Are smartphones distracting our students?
EduTech

Are smartphones distracting our students?

Personal devices are being banned in classrooms due to teacher's fears they are distracting, although many recognise they will be central to learning.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Feb 2016
Is BYOD in the classroom too much of a distraction?
Bring Your Own Device

Is BYOD in the classroom too much of a distraction?

A new study has revealed some teachers are banning personal devices for fear of distraction, despite recognising they may be central for learning.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Jan 2016