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#EYFS #Computing teacher now a consultant for @LGfL supporting educators to harness technology. Follow for support with #Computing #EarlyYears #Apple #EdTech
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I'm doing a #FreeGiveaway of my latest book "The Ultimate Guide to Adaptive Teaching" to celebrate its publication! Repost this message to enter. Winner announced on 10th April. UK only. #EduSky #inclusion

I recently was on an AI in Education Roundtable with Scott Fisher, Jason Towne & Mandy DePriest, about how AI can improve the quality of education. You can view the video & access all the resources we shared here: www.controlaltachieve.com/2025/04/ai-i... #EduSky #EduSkyAI #EdTech

I have joined the Editorial team at Teacher Writers! So if you are a _Teacher_ and want to be a _Writer_, we can help! And if you have any copywriting, copy-editing or proofreading needs, we can help with those too. Visit teacherwriters.com for more details. #UkTeachers #UKEd #EduSky

Free Webinar today - Digital Tools for Inclusion: Helping Autistic Students Thrive lessonup.webinargeek.com/digital-too...

ChatGPT Talks Now. What Does That Mean For Teaching? #EdTech #edusky #TLSky #teachers #education #educators

The Curriculum and Assessment Review has published its interim findings. What do you think so far? Will we see any major changes? www.gov.uk/government/n...

Our Head of Analysis @mrjpandrews.bsky.social speaks on BBC More or Less about the impact of lockdown on pupils, the attainment gap, and regional variations across England. You can listen the full interview 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

If you're looking for AI resources for the classroom or #SciComm events I've added a list of the ones I know about here peeecs.wordpress.com/activities-f... includes @cs4fn.bsky.social, @dalelane.co.uk, @raspberrypiorg.bsky.social & Google Deep Mind, AI Unplugged, Airbus Foundation & Bristol Uni.

Three years ago today, the day before my 31st birthday, I launched the Accessible Social website. Since then, more than 110,000 people worldwide have visited the site, representing nearly every country on the planet. I couldn't be prouder of Accessible Social and the many people it has helped. 🎉

AI-Powered Evaluation | Dr Phil's Newsletter buff.ly/Opfz0vo < four areas where existing AI tools can make us both faster and better at planning evaluation in learning design, with practical examples

Everybody 🥰 a giveaway @worldbookdayuk.bsky.social and we’re no different. Simply 👣👣👣 this way tagtiv8.com/pages/contact and 👋 We’ll enter your name into the draw. 🤞it will be YOU 🐯 #WorldBookDay

CALLING ALL OF #TeamCompSci 📣 It's March and we have a whole new lineup ofthematic community events - don't miss out! 🔗https://bit.ly/41FndNV #CSed #EduSky #AIinEducation

⭐ Calling all primary computing lead teachers in the Liverpool city region ⭐ Myself and Jo Hodge are hosting a Digital Schoolhouse primary networking meeting, for any teachers leading on Computing at their school/trust. All details on attached flyer. #TeamCompSci Please share!

Anna Freud are hosting an Early Years in Mind conference on 13/03. Hear about toddlers and screen time, relationships as a buffer from traumatic events, and video interaction guidance. Please share with early years practitioners who might be interested: bookings.annafreud.org/s/event/a4VQ...

BREAKING NEWS: The "Bumper Workload Special" episode is here, featuring @crossbynameonly.bsky.social @beccip.bsky.social and @mracolley.bsky.social in a nearly an hour of workload tips. Enjoy! #caschat #TeamCompSci #CSEd #UKEd #UKTeaching https://buff.ly/4gIbyCw

🚨Today, the Education Policy Institute, funded by the Nuffield Foundation, has published a new report on Identifying SEND. The report provides evidence of the inequalities that exist in SEND support across schools in England. Read the full report 👉 epi.org.uk/wp-content/u... Main findings👇

“We need a new ‘basics’ that includes #oracy (high-quality speaking) and digital skills … There is broad cross-party consensus that the exam system is distorting the curriculum. Radical reform is needed here too …”: @peterhyman.bsky.social @financialtimes.com [£]: www.ft.com/content/4a62...

My regular reminder to everyone outside of London that school trips that use public transport in London are completely free. Buses, trains, tubes and trams, all completely free. One can only dream of that elsewhere.

⭐Department for Education continues to fund the National Centre for Computing Education. ⭐ Teachers will still be able to access high quality CPD and teaching resources to support and enrich computing lessons. Find out more 👉 teachcomputing.org/blog/ncce-of...

❤️ This #ValentinesDay & #DigitalLearningDay, bring students together w AI-generated valentines transformed into interactive activities! 🧩💌 🤖 https://www.bookwidgets.com/blog/2025/02/how-to-create-digital-valentine-s-day-cards-with-ai #EduSky #AIEDU #AIinEducation #TLsky #AIEducation

👩‍🏫🧑‍🏫 The Primary Teachers' Guide to Teaching with the micro:bit It covers everything from powering to programming with blocks and includes example programs you can use immediately. 🔓 Learn now! kitronik.co.uk/blogs/resour... #teachers #primarycomputing

A pleasure to show MapMaker on the @lgfl-ngfl.bsky.social stand today at #BETT :) Some super primary school students showing off their impressive geography skills too! #TeachWithGIS

🎉 Join us at #BETT2025 from Jan 22-24 at the LGfL stand (SP30) for 3 days of unmissable sessions! Dive into sessions on: Safeguarding trends & filtering tips Cybersecurity made simple UDL for inclusive learning Cost-saving insights for SBMs Online safety for in school and at home See you there! 🚀

I'm writing a Forbes article on Bett & I need your hot takes on the: - stand you're most looking forward to - best networking event - best fringe event - workshop you're excited for Tell me why & add your name, role, organisation & country & I may be to include you. #Bett25 #BettUK #edusky

We're so excited for #BETT2025! It was so great seeing you all there last year🤝 and there are so many more opportunities to chat to the team this year! Powered by @wearebcs.bsky.social We'll be posting when are where you'll be able to find us soon #TeamCompSci #CSed #EduSky

One week til #bett2025! See us at stand SP30 to discover more about LGfL, learn how we can support your #school with Fast, Filtered, Safe AND Secure Services & Connectivity and get a #free coffee while you're there! @lgflsafeguarded.bsky.social @lgflincluded.bsky.social @lgflcybercloud.bsky.social

The key thing about tech (AI or whatever) is not the capabilities of the tech itself. It's about the ability of organisations to absorb it. So the key question with AI "transformation" is what has happened across the state and business to enhance the ability to absorb tech? Not much...

*NEW TOOLKIT POST* As The @BAMEedNetwork has compiled its resource to help tackle racism in school, I have put together this shared google drive packed full of useful resources/blogs/strategies/events trythisteaching.com/2024/08/racism to help tackle racism in schools and Muslim Hate!

The LGfL Newsletter is here to support and inspire teachers, schools, and communities every month. Packed with resources, opportunities, and ideas! Get a flavour from our past editions and join this vibrant community of educators at lgfl.net/home/lgfl-ne...

Starting the new (work) year by blowing off the Christmas cobwebs with an early morning start in sunny (and very chilly) Barnet. First @lgfl-ngfl.bsky.social inset of the new year is a 2 hour focused session on Programming with Scratch.

Merry Christmas! 🎄 This year has been a rollercoaster, with some tough climbs. But through it all, I've have had an incredible support system around me and my family but I am glad to See the end of 2024. Wishing you all a joyous holiday season filled with love and laughter.

Google's NotebookLM (one of my favorite AI tools) got some updates today: 🙋 Ability to interrupt the AI audio overview & ask questions (just tested this & it worked great) 🧹 A cleaner layout 💲 Paid option with higher limits on everything See more here: blog.google/technology/g... #EduSky #EduSkyAI

Teachers using ChatGPT can cut lesson planning time by 31 per cent - findings from @theeef.bsky.social trial. 129 teachers in 34 secondary schools in England randomly allocated ChatGPT to support lesson and resource preparation for Year 7 and 8 science classes. www.tes.com/magazine/new...

If you are in a state school in England and yet to access your £1200 grant for Senior Designated Mental Health Leaders Training, you have only until 31st December to apply. www.gov.uk/government/p...

My final #Computing @computingatschool.bsky.social x @lgfl-ngfl.bsky.social #Barefoot session of the year focusing on Computational Thinking. At this busy time of the year, I deeply appreciate the dedication of educators who take the time to join these sessions, thank you for joining 👏

🎄 Teachers, we know the final weeks of term are a festive frenzy! So LGfL’s digital stocking fillers are here to save the day! Explore: ✨ Festive games ✨ Creative tools ✨ Christmas activity packs 🎧 Prefer to listen? It's available in audio too! Discover it - curriculumblog.lgfl.net/christmas-st...

It's December! Somewhere in between the many mince pies and christmas fairs, plays or shows why not attend one of our final thematic community events of the year? Take a look 👉 https://buff.ly/4fJGimX #CPD #EduSky #CSed #TeamCompSci

Who had snow last week?! We thought it was the perfect time for you to check out Winter Warmers!❄️ In this #EYFS seasonal resource your pupils engage with #computationalthinking by designing scarfs for a snowman, creating bird feeders and building igloos 🔗https://buff.ly/3AV6z2i #TeamCompSci

What’s the biggest benefit of using digital #EdTech across your school❓ These are the answers at #edtechsummit2024 ⬇️ Accessibility/Inclusion seems to be at the forefront for many schools👨🏻‍💻 What do you think❓

** Speaker Applications for Teachers Talk Connect are Open! ** We seek applicants from English, Maths, Science, MFL, History, Geography and more! Details here... www.ttradio.org/teachers-tal...

Hearing crickets after asking if anyone has questions? Teachers share their solutions to a common classroom challenge. #EduSky

I write a free newsletter fortnightly, entitled, 'The 3Rs'. It covers new educational writing, book reviews, as well as research and resources from education, and beyond. Join over 10k subscribers here: alexquigley.co.uk/tag/newslett...

These Tusts and currently in the Starter Pack (Post 2) @neneeducationtrust.bsky.social @arkschools.bsky.social @riverlearningtrust.bsky.social @braintcrofteact.bsky.social @lihtrust.bsky.social @bluecoatwollaton.bsky.social @torlands.bsky.social @teal-trust.bsky.social go.bsky.app/4AWCkMx

We're onto the #edtech relay! Schools sharing their stories of inspiration, answering what got them to start their edtech journeys and what top tips they have learnt along the way. To see more about their stories please visit: Edtechhubs.lgfl.net #edtechsummit2024

“We need to embrace change” But how do you mange #Edtech change ? “Look at what your problems are and then see what tech/platforms can solve them” says Paul Edge from Ribblesdale School #EdTechSummit2024

Impact vs Challenges of using #Edtech from the Woodlands Academy Trust. What challenges does your school face when implementing #Edtech❓ Or are you seeing the impact of #Edtech what does that look like❓ #EdTechSummit2024

Does your school have a clear strategy for #AI❓ Woodlands Academy Trust do and are happy to share it 🔗 All part of the EdtechHub ethos of sharing good practice ❤️ #EdTechSummit2024

The questions shouldn’t be how can you afford to use tech but instead can you afford not to use tech, in this changing/evolving world. Find out more about their + other schools journey here: Edtechhubs.LGfL.net #edtechsummit2024