Outlining the challenges and solutions to digital trends for the modern classroom, Education Matters’ technology section covers everything from robotics to 3D printing and whiteboards.
We speak to educational leaders from schools across the country, asking them what products and services are needed to better prepare students for the modern workforce.
We also talk to the education product and service providers to find out how their offerings can be used and adapted to meet the learning needs of today’s students.
By Julie Inman Grant, eSafety Commissioner
As we celebrate the Daniel Morcombe Foundation’s Biggest Online Safety Lesson today, it is timely to reflect on the importance of online safety education and the lessons learnt from our recent time in lockdown — particularly around 21st century education. Read more
“Our Grade 5 students have had an amazing experience, imagining and creating their own theatre right in the middle of Melbourne. Metro Tunnel’s resources have really helped students to work together in the Minecraft environment and develop the skills they need to become city-builders one day,” says Jordan Chamerski, Woodend Primary School. Read more
A new survey by Promethean brings together nearly 400 educators including teachers, school leaders and IT managers to share their thoughts and opinions on the use of technology in today’s classrooms. Read more
The annual EduTECH International Congress and Expo is one giant event covering the entire education sector. A festival of education, it aims to inspire today’s educators for the world of tomorrow. Read more
Engineer and researcher at the University of Wollongong, Dr Shiva Pedram, discusses the findings of a recent experiment that allowed students to experience the Antarctic by entering into its world using virtual reality.
Effective maths teachers are using technology to aid student engagement and promote new learning methods, according to new research from Western Sydney University.