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CYBERSECURITY MONTH: Safeguarding Staff and Pupil Data – Critical considerations for school IT Managers
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The protection of staff and pupil data is of paramount importance for IT managers in UK schools – and the responsibility is not just a technical challenge, but also a legal and ethical one. Ensuring the safety and confidentiality of personal data is crucial in maintaining trust and complying with regulations.  So what are the…

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Navigating the path to digital change
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Embracing digital transformation is no longer an option; it is a necessity. Mark Hodges, Education Sector Lead at Cantium, shares some advice schools can take with them along their digital transformation journey to help them revolutionise the learning experience… A digital transformation journey requires a careful and strategic approach. It is an ongoing process that…

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CYBERSECURITY MONTH: Choosing partners and solutions for education
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In an era where educational institutions are increasingly reliant on digital technologies, the role of IT managers in the UK’s schools and universities in safeguarding their cyber infrastructure cannot be overstated. The choice of cybersecurity partners and solutions is a critical decision that requires careful consideration of various factors. Here we explore the key considerations…

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SAVE THE DATE: Education & Education Technology Forums 2024
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Don’t worry if you missed this month’s events – next Education Forum and Education Technology Forum will take place on November 111th & 12th 2024. And you can reserve your place today… Both events are co-located and will provide delegates from education institutions with a unique opportunity to meet with trusted suppliers from the fields of facilities…

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Do you specialise in Energy Management for educational institutions? We want to hear from you!
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Each month on Education Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the education procurement market – and in December we’re focusing on Energy Management. 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 of Energy…

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CYBERSECURITY MONTH: How schools are combatting cyber threats
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Cybersecurity in UK schools is now an area of critical importance. With the increasing integration of technology in educational environments, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more pressing. Here we explore the key trends in cybersecurity within UK schools and how they are shaping the future of educational technology… One significant trend…

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Chartered ABS survey reveals challenges faced by UK universities
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The Chartered Association of Business Schools (ABS), the UK’s national body for business schools, has reported reductions in student enrolments from both the UK and abroad in many business schools for the new academic year. The Chartered ABS annual membership survey highlights that the top strategic priority for UK business schools remains student satisfaction, followed…

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80% of students support the use of learning engagement analytics  
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A national survey has found that 80% of undergraduate students support the use of learning engagement analytics at higher education institutions, while almost three quarters (71%) of students agree that engagement data should be used to help universities understand what additional academic support individuals might need. The Solutionpath and Wonkhe survey commissioned by Cibyl asked a poll…

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Addressing the challenges of Alternative provision (AP) with Artificial Intelligence
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Fleur Sexton (pictured, right), Deputy Lieutenant West Midlands and CEO of dynamic training provider, PET-Xi, with a reputation for success with the hardest to reach, discusses how the power of AI can be used to address the current challenges faced by alternative provision… According to the Department for Education (DfE) ‘All children are entitled to…

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NUS reacts as student accommodation reaching affordability ‘crisis point’
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Rents for student accommodation have increased by an average of 14.6% over the past two academic years, according to a new report from Unipol and HEPI, meaning they now swallow up nearly all of the average maintenance loan – the NUS demands action. The report provides an authoritative picture of student living, conducted in response…

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