Archive for July, 2007
SIMS.net database engine change
1.1 Capita have advised us that there will be a new operating engine for the SIMS.net databases. This means that the current existing engine in operation will need to be upgraded.
1.2 It is important that this upgrade takes place as Microsoft support for the current operating engine will cease.
1.3. Schools will be expected to carry out [...]Preparing for ICT Mark
The ICT Mark is a quality assurance award for schools who have successfully demonstrated their ability to put ICT in the heart of learning and teaching. You may be considering an application for the award for your school.
In order to qualify for the mark, schools must assess themselves by registering and completing the online Self [...]Whiteboard Projector Safety Fears
BBC online has a report highlighting the dangers of exposure from the light of projectors that are over 15000 lumens. The report points out that teachers and pupils can suffer eye damage through prolonged exposure and that schools need to make staff and children aware of the safety issues involved.
Read the report below
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/education/6253410.stm
Becta have recognised health [...]