I've heard quite a few people talk about their BETT experience so far, some their first time, others are veterans of the British Education Technology and Training show. The overriding feeling seemed to be a sense that after the AI hype of last year, there wasn't really anything new this year other than a showcase... Continue Reading →
The Big Computing Leadership Conference 2026 (now 2027!)
News flash: We are very sorry to tell you that the Big Computing Leadership Conference cannot go ahead on the planned date of the 13th January 2026 due to unforeseen issues with the venue space at Oxford Brookes University. We share your disappointment and sincerely thank you for the work, preparation, and generosity you have already... Continue Reading →
Global Good Awards – Winners!
That's right, you heard correctly! We scooped up a bronze at the Global Good Awards! When I say we, I mean digit<all> charity, whom I've been consulting for and creating some fantastic projects promoting sustainability and exploring climate issues, primarily using Micro:bits. The Bronze award was in the Education Excellence category; we were told repeatedly... Continue Reading →
After school online training – KS2 Scratch and Micro:bit
I've teamed up with OTSA (Oxfordshire Teaching Schools Alliance) to bring you two KS2 (or KS3 if you're teaching Scratch and Micro:bits!) after school online training sessions for teachers and computing leaders. They last one hour (4 - 5pm) and cost £45 each. Here's a flavour of what you can expect... Use the links below... Continue Reading →
Free Crumble training session! 4 – 5pm on Tuesday 18th March
Learn how to wire up a Crumble correctly, code it to make lights flash, buzzers sound, wheels turn, and much more. The first step into a world of exciting robotic projects with your pupils! Click on the image above to sign up to the free Crumble training session I'm running for Digit:all charity. Learn how... Continue Reading →
