Winthrop and Computelec join forces
Two of Australia’s most respected IT service providers for Education have joined forces to provide ongoing I.T education support and service that’s top of its class. To keep doing I.T better […]
Exploring student device choice criteria
Why is it, that if you search for the “best device for students” in a good old’ resource filled search engine, the cogs begin to turn with some […]
2016 School Device video series
Due to the popularity of Brett North’s post on choosing the best device for your school, I thought I would share the below information. I am a Personal Systems Product Specialist, so I consult […]
Diving into the Toybox of Microsoft’s Office365 and Google Apps for Education (part 2)
My previous post outlined a few of the drivers behind the use of technology in our current classroom practises. Discussed were three very different sources of research, that begin to [...]
Business Benefits of cloud computing for schools
In a recent post, we discussed cloud readiness strategies and the need to first have a cohesive understanding of the benefits desirable to the school. In this post we explore those benefits from a business perspective. As with other innovations, Cloud computing requires both a cognitive and operational shift in order to reap the benefits, not to mention a strategic plan put in place. It actually changes the way technology is consumed resulting in great economies of scale. Benefits are as follows
Diving into the Toybox of Microsoft’s Office365 and Google Apps for Education (part 1)
Buzz had it right when he challenged Woody's 21st Century appeal and functionality as an engaging toy. But is it really just about the bells and whistles? As our current learners make their way to infinity and beyond…. our classrooms, is the act of using technology equipping our students with all of the skills they need for the future? Are we really preparing them to "reach for the stars"?