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How teachers can turbocharge their digital skills — and revolutionise lessons
An online learning programme has been designed to enhance the digital knowledge of teachers, helping them integrate technology and innovation skills into the classroom. Not all teachers are digitally savvy, admits James Culley, Chief Technology Officer at London Design & Engineering (LDE). “Some subjects — such as History and English — haven’t traditionally required teachers...
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How AI can reduce teacher workload — and enhance student engagement
The teaching profession is under pressure like never before. However, new AI-powered technology can help boost their productivity and bring joy back into the classroom. Worldwide, education systems are under pressure. Tight budgets, lack of training and staff shortages mean that teachers are expected to achieve more with fewer resources, putting their careers, wellbeing —...
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How digital skills help pupils flourish today — and prepare for tomorrow
Students who are technologically confident and digitally fluent won’t just flourish in the classroom. They’ll also be ready to meet the demands of an evolving workplace. How do schools make learning both fun and engaging while preparing students for the jobs of the future? For Kingsland CE Academy — a primary school in Stoke-on-Trent —...
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Why simple AI tools are a creative “game-starter” for students and teachers
While student disengagement is increasing, the right AI technology can inspire their creativity and enhance their educational experiences. Students are becoming disengaged from learning — and for various reasons. “Learners are overwhelmed, and learning formats are outdated,” says Brian Johnsrud, PhD, Global Head of Education Learning and Advocacy at Adobe. “There’s also the sense that...
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How creativity and AI tools help build digital confidence in the classroom
Creativity and AI tools have been found to boost engagement in the classroom while equipping students with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in an AI-driven future. “Some people have the idea that digital technology and AI tools can be inhibitors to learning,” admits Mohamed Elrefai, Senior Director, WW Education Sales & Customer...
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Protecting digital identities can’t wait: securing UK schools with deviceless MFA
A student’s digital identity — their secure access to apps, files and data — isn’t just an IT problem; it’s a learning and security crisis. In the UK, 60% of secondary schools and 44% of primary schools identified a breach or attack in the past 12 months.1 A single stolen student record can fetch up...
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Why AI is higher education’s biggest test — and how universities can pass it
By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI), universities can close the gap between education and evolving employer expectations. What’s the biggest challenge facing universities today? For Rob Telfer, it can be summed up in just two letters: AI. “Since generative AI emerged into the mainstream, the shock waves in higher education have been seismic,” says Telfer, Director...
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Bett UK 2026 offers free CPD and tech training
Organisers gear up for an exciting edtech event that provides opportunities for key teacher training, empowering educators with the skills and tools to inspire and shape future generations. Bett UK is the world’s leading event for education technology, where educators, policymakers and innovators from around the globe meet with the mission to drive better education...
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AI offers huge potential in schools, but also pitfalls – the right training is crucial
The digisphere offers benefits and opportunities, alongside risks, for teaching and learning. AI has added another dimension — but how can schools ensure its safe and effective use? Some schools are already using artificial intelligence (AI) to assist with tasks like lesson planning, designing resources and assessments, low-stakes marking and admin tasks. But teachers and...
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Supporting British edtech
Government policy continues to support large multinational tech corporations that don’t always act in the interests of the UK. In this article, we’ll explain why this approach is wrong. Edtech ranks among the UK’s largest and most respected sectors, generating over £2bn in exports and accounting for more than 50% of all inward investment in...