Why are computer games popular and is there something here for teachers and schools to learn from and exploit? David Kinane investigates. In the enlightened 70s, comics (especially those American ones with superheroes) were sniffed at by those in the know as a poor substitute for reading; yet […]
If you don’t think robotics is quite your thing, think again. It has a wide range of uses and the impact of fitting robots into your teaching can be huge. There are many good reasons for using robotics in class, as those teachers successfully using the technology will […]
One in five classrooms in New Zealand now have an interactive whiteboard. What’s in it for the teacher? And where to next for IWBs? Lee Suckling investigates. An interactive whiteboard – commonly known as an IWB – is “a tool that connects to a computer that can perform […]
A new way of running school software Burnham School has adopted a cloud computing solution, taking much of its administration online. Lee Suckling talks to Principal Rob Clarke about his school’s use of Google Apps. “Google Apps offers incredible flexibility, the whole nature of communication can change when […]
That was the question we asked. While the majority of you aren’t in favour, it’s fair to say opinion is somewhat divided. Here’s what you had to say. “No. There is too much out there. It’s too easy to get EVERYTHING off the Internet. It would be silly […]
Is this the computer that education has been waiting for? On 28 January David Kinane was running a call back day but with one eye on his RSS feeds. He was waiting for the announcement of the Apple iPad. It was not just the product that he was […]
Is your understanding of the technology a little hazy? Looking for the silver lining? Lee Suckling forecasts a bright future for cloud computing. What is cloud computing and where did it begin? “Cloud computing is the ability to share and collaborate documents and projects with others on the […]
Microsoft recently unveiled its latest operating system, Windows 7. What’s it like? Is it any good? Should your school upgrade? Marc Clarke investigates – and likes what he sees. If you’d asked me earlier this year whether I’d be writing an article about Windows 7 I would have […]
Organising an activity that uses ICT is easy, the challenge lies in proving it actually improves learning outcomes for students, writes Deidre Senior. Over the last few years I have seen what ICT does for students: it engages them; it enriches learning experiences; it allows connections to be […]
You liked the 10 new tools in the last issue so much, by popular demand, here are some others you could try. If you’re looking for a way to create and store simple tests online (fill-in-the-blank and multiple choice, that sort of thing)Practicowl could be the answer. It seems […]
It’s generally perceived as cheap as chips and has passionate advocates but is open source software (OSS) something your school should be considering? Here Greg Adams looks at the pros and cons. Licensed software, the products you buy from the likes of Microsoft and Adobe, has dominated the […]
The server is probably the most important piece of kit on your computer network. Choosing the right one for your school takes planning and know-how, writes Greg Adams. What is a server? If you’re not familiar with servers you may think of them as some mystical beast with […]
