Devonport High School for Boys recently opened their Learning Commons, transforming their traditional library into a technology enhanced learning space. It's an inspiring story!
20th October 2015
With the ever increasing use of internet within schools the demand for Superfast Broadband continuing to grow. Is it in your area yet?
15th October 2015
The new term is in full swing and there’s no rest for the movers and shakers at SWGfL HQ and on the road. Here’s a snap shot of what we’ve been up to.
14th October 2015
The education of online safety schools is very high on the agenda within the new Computing curriculum, and rightfully so. But Digital Literacy goes a lot further than this - have you got the full curriculum covered?
14th October 2015
Since 2013, we have been helping schools train and protect staff, students and parents with our online safety toolkit BOOST. Since winning a BETT award earlier this year, we have completely redeveloped the system - here is the lowdown on the new system.
13th October 2015
New technologies are transforming teaching and learning in schools, be sure that your supporting infrastructure is providing a safe and secure online environment for your users
12th October 2015
Logical reasoning is one of the key Computational Thinking concepts in the new primary Computing curriculum. So what does it mean to think logically, and how can logic be incorporated into the everyday primary classroom?
30th September 2015
Follow our top tips to integrate computational thinking language into your everyday Primary classroom.
14th September 2015
Students are encouraged to bring their own devices to school, extending the amount of kit available in class, reducing the school spend on equipment and increasing the level of engagement in lessons...
10th September 2015
Typing simply “River” into Google isn’t necessarily going to return learning resources to help you with your Geography home learning project. There are a number of ways that can help students to improve the accuracy of returns in web searches...
8th September 2015
September and the start of term is fast approaching, a daunting time for NQT’s! But while you’re packing your pencil case and finishing off your lesson plans, turn your thoughts to online safety and follow these simple tips in protecting your online identity, and the children you’re teaching.
27th August 2015
As another new school year approaches and the beautiful summer rain clouds we all enjoyed seem but a distant memory, thoughts turn to new classes; new strategies; new challenges.
27th August 2015
We all know the biggest worry occurs when those pictures leave the hands of the creator and are shared wider than the intended audience. In some cases ending up being shared by and even sold to paedophiles. The ramifications of this can be huge and emotionally distressing for the victim...
19th August 2015
What is Cyber-Flashing and how can you stop it? Just like when you leave the house you lock up - we should also secure our technology...
19th August 2015
The weeks are ticking by and if you are a parent or looking after children of school age, you are counting down to the summer holidays. No doubt games consoles, tablets and the internet will also feature high on the kids’ things to do list. Read our guide and hopefully have a great summer holiday.
14th July 2015
Make sure you check out SWGfL’s free Digital Literacy scheme of work, available from Foundation Stage to Key Stage Five.
10th July 2015