Global EdTech Awards 2025
Why I Decided to Join the Judging Panel for the Global EdTech Awards 2025 Last year, I had the privilege of serving on the judging panel for the Global EdTech Awards, and it was such a rewarding experience that I…
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Using Gemini to Support Talk for Writing: A Year 2 Case Study on Onomatopoeia
Talk for Writing has been at the heart of our Key Stage 1 teaching for a number of years. It’s a powerful approach that encourages children to internalise language structures through talk, imitation, and innovation before moving on to independent…
The Uncomfortable Truth About ‘Free’ in Education
A Conversation We Need to Have About Sustainability, Privacy, and Value. As a teacher, I get it. I really do. We’re constantly swimming in a sea of “free.” The siren song of the latest free tool, free AI feature, or…
Supercharge Your Lessons with Crafted Prezi AI Prompts 🚀
Are you ready to save time and create stunning, effective presentations that truly connect with your students? This page is your one-stop resource for high-quality, copy-and-paste prompts designed specifically for Prezi‘s amazing AI presentation creator. Whether you’re teaching kindergarteners about…
Gemini Storybooks: A Game-Changer for Teachers Who Love Storytelling
“Stories are the most powerful teaching tool we have and now, you can create a fully illustrated, narrated one in minutes.” What’s New? Google’s Gemini has just introduced a feature called Storybook, and it has the potential to completely change…
Are We Teaching Children to Expect Learning to Be Instant?
I’ve been sitting with a question this week. Actually, since last week after I read James Abela’s article on ReadySetCompute. It’s a slightly uncomfortable one: Is the way we use digital tools quietly shaping the way children expect to learn?…
We Don’t Own Anything Anymore: The Subscription Model and the Future of EdTech
There was a time when buying something meant it was yours forever. You’d buy a VHS tape, and that movie was yours to watch as many times as you wanted. You’d pick up a CD, and that album stayed in…
Memes, Trends, and Digital Literacy: Skibidi What-Now? A Guide for Educators (and the Confused)
We live in an era where digital trends shape not just entertainment but the way young people interact, form opinions, and even develop their sense of identity.
Managing School Subscriptions Effectively: Balancing Cost, Value, and Educational Impact
There’s a moment in every school year when someone, usually a department head, subject coordinator, or even a classroom teacher, realises they no longer have access to a tool they’ve relied on. Perhaps it was overlooked in a renewal cycle,…
AI ads at the Super Bowl: Google vs OpenAI
Two Very Different Approaches A friend of mine sent me a message the other day, all it said was: “Love this…” Attached was a link to a piece by Techradar, discussing the two companies’ ads and criticising OpenAI’s ad, arguing…
The Digital Mentor Continuum: Balancing Limiter, Enabler, and Guide
As a parent of two boys (8 and 12) as well as an educator, I’ve had a chance to experience firsthand the importance of setting expectations for Digital Integration and as a result ‘screen time’. I know! There’s that word…
Navigating the Moral Panic of AI in Schools: Lessons from Technology’s Past
The introduction of AI into schools has sparked a new wave of moral panic reminiscent of the uproar surrounding other technologies in recent decades. As someone raised during the ’90s and early 2000s, I’ve lived through these cycles of fear…
Ditching “Hello World”: Engaging First Lines of Code for Beginners
Michael Kölling’s thought-provoking post, “GUIDELINE 4: DON’T USE ‘HELLO WORLD’,” really struck a chord with me. As a teacher, I’ve ,at times, felt that starting students off with “Hello World” is not only uninspiring but also a missed opportunity. The…
Camtasia 2024: Is it time to Upgrade your Educational Video Creation?
Discover how Camtasia 2024 can revolutionize your teaching with dynamic captions, interactive elements, and enhanced video creation tools. Ideal for flipped classrooms and blended learning, this latest version also supports professional growth through custom video content, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement in education. Don't miss out on the best screen recording and video editing software for educators.
Matatastudio TaleBot Pro Set: The Coding Companion for Young Learners
The Matatalab TaleBot Pro is a durable, screen-free coding robot for young learners. It features colourful mats, fun sound effects, and supports multiple languages, making it ideal for EAL students. Aligned with the PRIMM framework, it enhances computational thinking and problem-solving skills. Perfect for early childhood education.