Implementing the renewed framework for KS2 Numeracy with MulteMaths A paid-for resource now available on the London Grid for Learning for all Primary schools
Using games technology and methodology to improve training & education [Weds 17th Oct, London, ETSA]
4th EduGeek.net conference [Weds 24th Oct, E. Mids]
South West Grid for Learning (SWGfL) E-Safety [8/11, 20/11, 21/11, SW England]
An informal survey of Naace members on ePortfolios from Ian Usher
A few weeks ago I sent a message to the Naacetalk Advisory list - the general mailing list for members of Naace. 36 people filled in the survey to some extent. (See original article for links to a Google Spreadsheet summary):
Becta highlights the fact that primary pupils can gain 2.5-7.5 months progress (in a period of somewhat over a year) through use of an interactive whiteboard (IWB) in maths, English and science. Rates of additional progress depend on the subject and level of attainment of pupils, with high achieving girls doing better in KS1 maths, while low attaining boys benefited more in KS2 writing. Further benefits (quoting):
“The report also highlights how interactive whiteboards have very positive effects on the attention, attitude and motivation of all pupils and produce a co-operative, ‘community of learning’ ethos in the class.
“Additionally it shows how interactive whiteboards help with the teaching of difficult, abstract and complex ideas - visual tools help pupils concentrate for longer and understand more fully and more easily what they are being taught.
“Also interactive whiteboards give teachers a tool to enhance interaction with learners, increasing discussion of ideas and concepts between teachers and pupils.
“Another benefit, specifically for younger children, is the drag-and-drop function which enables children to demonstrate their level of knowledge more easily before they have acquired writing skills, improving self-esteem and enabling teachers to assess learning potential.”
Becta press release http://news.becta.org.uk/display.cfm?resID=34253&page=1658&catID=1633
Original MMU report (via Becta) http://partners.becta.org.uk/index.php?section=rh&catcode=_re_rp_02&rid=14422
(Reprint from NAACE Newsletter)
Extracts from the speech by the Chancellor of the Excheque [sic]:
Britain’s future success will depend not just on investment in physical capital but also skills, innovation and intellectual property.
I can now announce the final figures for education will be higher than originally proposed.
The Budget proposed that investment in education and skills will rise to £74 billion in 2010, increasing education spending as a share of national income rising from 4.5 per cent ten years ago to 5.6 per cent.
Today I can also announce, in addition, further investment providing a quarter of a billion fund to ensure all children at school are ready to learn and benefit from personalised support.
I am able to raise the inheritance tax allowance and invest more in schools and hospitals for all the British people.
This means in education to help build a new primary school in every local area by 2010.
The full speech (as planned) is at www.hm-treasury.gov.uk/pbr_csr/pbr_csr07_speech.cfm
Meeting of the Bromley Network Managers to be held at the The Ravensbourne School on Wednesday March 31st commencing at 2pm
Agenda
Learning Platforms-
Presentation of Microsoft Learning Gateway (Coopers Technology College)
Presentation of Fronter
LGFL/Synetrix News
Other Items
Special thanks to Ben Musson and Paul Murphy for hosting this meeting.
Could you please make sure that you have sent an RSVP to andrew.ferrier@bromley.gov.uk by Friday 19th October? This will help with catering.
Message from Roger Bloxham
WE ARE NOW OPEN FOR SCHOOLS TO JOIN LONDONLIVE AS OBSERVERS/COMMENTERS “ TWENTY PLACES ONLY!”
I attach the almost complete programme. We are waiting for the last few presenters to agree timing amongst themselves. Schools that join as observers/commenters will be connected for the entire session (morning, afternoon or both) but can choose to watch whichever items they wish. IF THE MICROPHONE IS MUTED THE SCHOOL CANNOT BE SEEN so there are no security issues
BOOK DIRECT WITH ME VIA EMAIL. ( roger.bloxham@heartoflondon.org ) We look forward to having you with us next Wednesday.Roger Bloxham
CLC Consultant
07967 347735
020 7598 4838
Hi Folks
We are in the process of putting the agenda together for the next meeting which will be held at the Education Development Centre on Thursday 1st of November.
Agenda Items
1. Advice on developing or refining your school’s ICT Procurement plan.
2. Using Google Sketch Up (Workshop)
3. ICT Project Adventures Update
4. Other items
If you would like to see any other items added to the list please let me know via the comments section for this blog entry.
For Head Teachers, Teachers and School Admin Officers managing the schools webmail service.
You may have realised by now that the administration of the school’s webmail account can now only be carried out through the schools Talk2synetrix account. Enclosed is a document that should assist you in accessing the account and finding the email admin tool.
I have been contacted by a few Bromley schools who have been less than happy with the support that they have been getting through the Synetrix Broadband services. Issues for concern include Webmail services (or lack of); inefficient FTP procedures for editing web pages and slow broadband speed. Synetrix are also concerned about these issues and want to see them speedily addressed. As a result I have arrnaged to meet with Account manager Jamie Rhone on Monday 29th October.
If ther are issues that you would like to me to raise on your behalf please email me andrew.ferrier@bromley.gov.uk along with any eveidence such as job numbers. This will help in getting any issue resolved as quickly as possible.
In the meantime if schools are having problems with Synetrix they should do the following
1. Contact the Synetrix Support Desk (08703004010) or email servicedesk@synetrix.co.uk including my email in the Courtesy Copy. This will make it easy for me to keep track.
2. Log into their Talk2Synetrix Account. (If schools don’t have their login and password they should contact me and I will provide it to them.). This account allows them to keep track of the call’s progress. If schools are unsure about how to manage there account I will be more than happy to present a session for Katrina’s School Admin group or any other HT forum
3, Failing any satisfactory response, please contact me at the EDC and I will chase up any issue.
