EdTech Unwrapped

The classroom of the future does not fear technology, or seek to protect students from it - it invites new technologies in…

Across Bourne Education Trust, Chris Goodall is making changes which instill confidence and efficiency in students and teachers alike!

Join us as Chris dives deep into tracking the effectiveness of EdTech, why we shouldn’t assume the new tools are the best, and how to build digital confidence in your teams.

This episode covers

• Chris’ approach to digital transformation with an eye on efficiency and effectiveness
• The need for a thoughtful, problem-first approach to implementing new technologies
• Strategies for helping teachers embrace new technologies
• Assumptions about digital native capabilities and the importance of responsible tech use
• The need for a measured approach to technological innovation, avoiding trend-chasing

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Chris Goodall

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-goodall-28631072/?originalSubdomain=uk

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Technology isn’t just a tool, it’s a game-changing leveller that brings access to students from all backgrounds like never before!

Breaking out of traditional learning models is standard fare for Dr Adrian Bustillos, Chief Transformation Officer at Aldine ISD in Texas…

Discover how you can bring technology to the masses, and create change across an entire district, as Adrian joins us for EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons From Leaders!

This episode covers

• The role of a Chief Transformation Officer in reimagining and redesigning school systems
• Technology as an equaliser to level the playing field for economically disadvantaged students 
• The careful and considered application of professional development 
• Data-driven decision making for scaling successful educational innovations across a school district
• The future of learning with AI in academia and behind the scenes

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Dr Adrian Bustillos

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adbustil/

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

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Today’s EdTech is changing the game for educators and back room staff alike, but adoption across a trust is no easy feat.

Cygnus Academies Trust has a vast range between its schools’ age ranges and locale, and CEO Danielle Lewis-Egonu is leading successful EdTech adoption across the board.

This episode covers

• The Cygnus Academies Trust’s focus on providing equitable technology access across rural and urban schools
• Age-appropriate tech integration to emphasise critical thinking and skills development
• Instilling staff confidence through professional development, external training, and a supportive environment for teachers to learn
• Choosing the right tools to help both teachers on the frontline and staff in the back office
• The flexible, research-driven approach to technology which constantly explores new solutions

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Danielle Lewis-Egonu

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-lewis-egonu-94304267/

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

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AI can be a teacher’s secret weapon, and schools needn’t break the bank to implement it…

Sonia Wadwha is a Technology Integration Specialist at the forefront of a school trust in Delhi, where innovation is core to the education system in India.

Join us to explore how AI tools are empowering teachers and learners, and the art of creating a digital transformation strategy that encourages teachers to embrace the future of education.

This episode covers

• Technology empowering educators and creating personalised learning experiences across schools
• How generative AI and digital tools can support teachers in lesson planning, assessment, and creating content
• A digital transformation strategy focusing on single sign-on platforms, and teacher training
• Encouraging students to create digital content, use AI responsibly, and develop relevant skills
• Using AI to generate educational content that promotes understanding of global issues 

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

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A teacher’s value is in stoking the fire that burns within a student, so how will EdTEch evolve to minimise the mundane marking and give us our quality time back…

Chris Hillidge is Director of STEM at The Challenge Academy Trust, and the transformation he’s leading is taking the boring burdens away, giving teachers time to inspire.

Join us on EdTech Unwrapped as we explore collaborative development, student voice, and tech’s integration into students’ lives.

This episode covers

• Technology's role in reducing teacher workload, giving them more time to inspire and engage students
• Collaborative development of EdTech to address the specific needs of educators and students
• The critical need to protect student data and use AI responsibly
• Tech champions, practice time, and flexible professional development for teachers new to these technologies
• A view of technology as an integrated part of students' lives

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Chris Hillidge

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hillidge-stem-director/

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

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When Covid forced technology upon us all, and the democratisation of tech has equalised our access to cutting edge tools, what do the best schools do to set themselves apart?

In a school system as vast and advanced as India’s, it’s fascinating to see how emerging technologies continue to impact both academic and operational aspects of education.

Who better to explore this with than Sushma Bharath from The Association of International Schools of India - join us for this in-depth exploration of EdTech in Bangalore and beyond, on episode 10 of EdTech Unwrapped.

This episode covers

• The impact of technology on both the operational and the academic aspects of education in India
• Understanding content creation and the influencer economy as a viable future
• The gap between teachers’ understanding of digital platforms and students’ tech-first learning styles
• The growing democratisation of technology in India

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Sushma Bharath

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sushma-bharath-5776341/

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

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SEN students need their own approach to learning, and EdTech has never been better for delivering an individualised experience that resonates with them.

At the core of Outcomes First Group is the need to design a learning environment tailored to students’ success, and our guest this week Dr Rebecca Lawton draws on a wealth of experience as a regional advisor, inspector, and leader.

Join us on EdTech Unwrapped to explore how technology can immerse students in real world scenarios, resonate with their needs, and reframe its weaknesses as creative strengths.

This episode covers

• Technology as an enabler for SEN students, helping them experience and navigate real-world scenarios
• The importance of adapting technology to specific school and student needs, with ‘champions’ to drive and support tech implementation
• Cautious and strategic uses of AI, and reframing its drawbacks as features
• Prioritising student voice and feedback in technology selection
• The need for EdTech that resonates with students' interests and learning styles

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Dr Rebecca Lawton

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccalawton/

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When we work together, we may find success takes longer, but we go further - this is how the implementation of new technology stands the test of time.

Collaboration is a key tenet for Dr Hector Montenegro, whose vast amount of expertise is distilled into his new role advising school systems across North and South America.

Join us on EdTech Unwrapped as we explore effective tech implementation, disparities between school districts in tech access, and how a collaborative approach is essential to EdTech’s successful implementation.

This episode covers

• The critical gap between acquiring educational technology and effectively implementing it in classrooms
• Maintaining human connection and relationship-building while incorporating new technologies
• Disparities in technology access between school districts, which were exposed and exacerbated by the pandemic
• Introducing a more collaborative, collective approach to learning and technology adoption
• The growing disconnect between current educational practices and the skills required in the modern workplace

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Dr Hector Montenegro

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hector-montenegro-ed-d-a1818a19/

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While some schools shy away from technology in its early phases, others can embrace it to take a monumental step forward for both students and educators.

Praveen Raju is a Founder of Suchitra Academy near Hyderabad, and as a former software developer his approach to leading a school is unsurprisingly innovative, embracing all that the latest technology can offer.

This episode covers

• Praveen's unexpected transition from software into founding an innovative school
• Suchitra Academy's focus on strong culture and core values 
• Making the rapid pivot to online learning during the pandemic
• Supporting teachers' emotional and technical needs during the shift to remote teaching
• Pioneering the use of AI tools to enhance both the learning experience and the logistics behind the school’s operation

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Praveen Raju

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pkalidindi/

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New technologies are a chance to ignite a love of STEM subjects in the next generation of students, and at the Girls’ School Day Trust, Dr Alexandra Read is doing exactly that.

Coordinating technical strategy and innovation across 25 schools, Alexandra gives us a fascinating insight into the power of teacher-to-teacher collaboration, how AI is seen differently through a girl’s lens, and the GDST’s pioneering work in empowering young women in STEM.

This episode covers

• Alexandra's journey from teaching in Florida to becoming Head of Learning Technology at the GDST
• The importance of context and bespoke solutions in integrating technology across schools within a trust
• How professional development and teacher-to-teacher collaboration builds confidence in new technologies
• The integration and use of AI in education, with a focus on empowering girls and young women in STEM
• Alexandra's vision for the future of technology in education

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time. 

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Alexandra Read: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-read/

GDST (The Girls’ Day School Trust): https://www.gdst.net/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/gdst/

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