Will robots and AI take over from teachers?
Read More10 advantages of touchscreens
This article was published in Teach Secondary magazine, before Covid-19 barged its way onto the scene. I still think everything I’ve written here is relevant, though I would, for obvious reasons, emphasise the need to clean them well, and frequently.
Read MoreA thematic approach to teaching Computing in secondary school
A topic list such as Algorithms, Loops, Flowcharts, Pseudocode and so on is not exactly enticing. Might there be a more interesting alternative approach to teaching Computing? Funny you should ask….
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Book review: How Charts Lie (short version)
We are presented with charts all the time. But are they telling us how things really are?
Read MoreBook review: The Meritocracy Trap
I’ve gone slightly off-topic with this book review, but I thought it provided an interesting thesis which may be useful to consider as part of bigger picture than only technology.
Read MoreBook review: 50 Teaching and Learning Approaches
Can a book that summarises educational theories in a series of vignettes be a substitute for in-depth study?
Read MoreBook review: 100 Top Tips - Microsoft Excel, by Sean McManus
Could this book of 100 top tips for using Excel benefit heads of department or subject leaders?
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Red pen, by Terry Freedman
Heads of computing must pay attention to detail
When should a Head of Department insist that things be done properly?
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Printer error, by Terry Freedman. Things like this happen!
Show me your product in a REAL school
With no distractions, lots of tech support on hand and equipment and software in pristine condition, you could get a really strong idea of what you could do with new ed tech products. But…
Read More4 things I learned about using education technology from a blues harmonica
If you’re playing with a bunch of people and someone shouts out “Solo!”, you have a choice. You can either stop and mumble “Sorry, I’m not quite…., I don’t think…., perhaps we should…” — or you can throw caution to the winds, trust your instinct and enjoy the moment. There’s a lesson for teachers of Computing etc here.
Read More13 Things new teachers need to know about education technology
Just starting out as a teacher? Here are a few things it's useful to know in relation to using education technology. Updated to include online teaching and learning considerations.
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Road ahead closed, by Terry Freedman
So -- who are the stakeholders in this big IT project of yours?
Have you consulted with everybody who is likely to be affected by your major project? Are you sure?
Read MoreMaking money for ed tech -- from manual labour
How I made money for ed tech in my school: was it worth it?
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A sign of the times. Footprints, by Terry Freedman
Articles relating to Covid-19
Here’s a list of the articles I’ve written so far relating to Covid-19 and ed tech.
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Celebrate! by Terry Freedman
Improving your chances of winning an educational award
How can you improve your chances of winning an educational award?
Read MoreReasons to NOT have an e-learning committee
Are there any downsides to having an e-learning committee in a school?
Read MoreReasons to have an e-learning committee in a school
In my past roles as ICT Co-ordinator or e-learning co-ordinator, I have formed and chaired an ICT or e-learning committee. What are the benefits of having such a body, and does Covid-19 change anything?
Read MoreTeacher assessment in ICT and Computing: not a perfect solution
What’s wrong with teacher-assessed grades?
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Calendar, by Terry Freedman
How to generate Lorem text in Word
Ever wondered how to generate that Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetuer adipiscing elit. Maecenas porttitor congue massa. Fusce posuere, magna sed pulvinar ultricies, purus lectus malesuada libero, sit amet commodo magna eros quis urna text? Wonder no more!
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Screenshot by Terry Freedman
Getting kids writing with Story Starters
Stuck for writing ideas for your primary class? This website may help.
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