CASE STUDY: Providing a 21st century education to schools across Kent
As a long-established ICT partner to the Stour Academy Trust, Cantium has been able to support the Trust along the road of its digital transformation journey. The Trust, comprised of eight schools across Kent, has developed a pedagogical model that is centred on student voice, choice and collaboration, combined with the deployment of technology for […]
New free schools for disadvantaged areas green lit
Fifteen new free schools are set to be opened in parts of the country where education outcomes are weakest, providing more opportunities for 12,000 local young people, according to the government. The new schools will include 3 schools run by the high performing Star Academies and Eton College, located in Dudley, Teesside and Oldham, spreading […]
Procuring Sports Equipment for Schools: Kicking off the process
Physical education plays a crucial role in the overall development of students. It fosters teamwork, promotes physical fitness, and instills a sense of discipline. For schools, sourcing the right sports equipment is essential to facilitate a comprehensive physical education program. Here are some key considerations to keep in mind… Quality and Durability: School sports equipment […]
Record numbers of women to start computing degrees
More young women than ever before will start computing degrees this September, amid the rising profile of AI, according to new figures. Computing degrees have seen an 11% growth in the numbers of 18 year old UK women due to start at university, compared to last year, according to BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT. […]
How to select a buildings maintenance partner for your educational institution
The maintenance of educational buildings is critical, not only for the physical safety and well-being of students and staff, but also for creating a conducive environment for learning. For schools, colleges, and universities, partnering with the right maintenance firm is paramount. Here’s a primer on the key factors institutions should weigh when making this choice… […]
Education Technology Forum: IT services, multimedia and much more
The Education Technology Forum can help you to explore the latest innovations for your school, college or university, including IT security, Cloud Services, Immersive Technology, Online Project Management Software, Learning Management Systems and many more. DATE: 15th & 16th November VENUE: Whittlebury Park, Northampton Your reserved pass includes; – A corporate “speed-dating” itinerary of one-to-one meetings […]
Do you specialise in Sports Equipment & Facilities for educational institutions? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in September we’re focusing on Sports Equipment & Facilities. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help education buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a supplier […]
How else can we measure student engagement?
As one of the first institutions to see the potential of analytics, the University of Essex views the use of data as a critical commitment to its Education Strategy. When it comes to measuring student engagement, Richard Stock, Academic Registrar, believes that we can provide better support by looking beyond attendance… The University of Essex […]
Museums of the Future: Making exhibitions more interactive with technology
Today’s museums are looking at how they can include apps, digital interactivity and virtual reality (VR) in their exhibitions, to encourage further visitor engagement. In Italy alone, over half of museums were planning to introduce augmented reality (AR), even before the dip in visitor numbers during the pandemic. With recent data from Statista estimating that […]
Study highlights lack of university AI policies for students
With the academic year drawn to a close, many students will eagerly be awaiting their end-of-year results. But how many students will have used AI to aid in their studies? A recent study by recruitment agency Ambitions Personnel used Freedom of Information data from the UK’s largest universities to find out whether they had a specific […]