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.
With STEM education front and centre, there is a growing focus on the importance of teaching students to innovate, think critically and problem solve. VEX Robotics is honing in on this need with its engaging hands-on solutions that encourage collaborative student-centred learning.
A new report reveals 45 per cent of Australian teenagers surveyed would consider a career in technology, citing that technology is generally moving in a positive direction and will play an even greater role in their lives in the future, however perceived barriers still exist.
As education technology continues to evolve, deciding what to implement in the classroom can be a challenge. Professor of Learner Centred Design at UCL in London, Rosemary Luckin, provides her tips on choosing the right technology for your school.
As part of a recent technology upgrade, Ashgrove State School has made the switch from interactive whiteboards to Epson’s interactive ultra short throw projectors, encouraging greater levels of student collaboration and enhanced functionality.
Acer and Intel have launched a new analytics lab in the University of Technology Sydney that will enable research into advanced computer technology and data science.
