The Great Equaliser: Making Tech Available to All with Dr Adrian Bustillos - S2E14
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 coversThe role of a Chief Transformation Officer in reimagining and redesigning school systemsTechnology 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 districtThe future of learning with AI in academia and behind the scenesLooking 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 Bustilloshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/adbustil/Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Leading the Charge for Equal Access to EdTech with Cygnus Academies Trust CEO, Danielle Lewis-Egonu - S2E13
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 coversThe Cygnus Academies Trust’s focus on providing equitable technology access across rural and urban schoolsAge-appropriate tech integration to emphasise critical thinking and skills developmentInstilling staff confidence through professional development, external training, and a supportive environment for teachers to learnChoosing the right tools to help both teachers on the frontline and staff in the back officeThe flexible, research-driven approach to technology which constantly explores new solutionsLooking 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-Egonuhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-lewis-egonu-94304267/Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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Mythbusting Digital Transformation Misconceptions with Tech Integration Specialist, Sonia Wadwha - S2E12
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 coversTechnology empowering educators and creating personalised learning experiences across schoolsHow generative AI and digital tools can support teachers in lesson planning, assessment, and creating contentA digital transformation strategy focusing on single sign-on platforms, and teacher trainingEncouraging students to create digital content, use AI responsibly, and develop relevant skillsUsing 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 Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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How AI is Giving Teachers’ Time Back with The Challenge Academy Trust’s Chris Hillidge - S2E11
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 coversTechnology's role in reducing teacher workload, giving them more time to inspire and engage studentsCollaborative development of EdTech to address the specific needs of educators and studentsThe critical need to protect student data and use AI responsiblyTech champions, practice time, and flexible professional development for teachers new to these technologiesA view of technology as an integrated part of students' livesLooking 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 Hillidgehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hillidge-stem-director/Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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The Democratisation of Technology in Schools with Sushma Bharath, The Association of International Schools of India - S2E10
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 coversThe impact of technology on both the operational and the academic aspects of education in IndiaUnderstanding content creation and the influencer economy as a viable futureThe gap between teachers’ understanding of digital platforms and students’ tech-first learning stylesThe growing democratisation of technology in IndiaLooking 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 Bharathhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sushma-bharath-5776341/Duncan Verryhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/ Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
Welcome to a new series of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders - brought to you by Bett, supported by SMART.In this series we’re bringing you the insights and experiences of 40 leading educators from around the world.I’m your host Duncan Verry, Portfolio Director at Bett. With over 17 years experience in education and education technology both in schools and as a solution provider, I am excited to hear more from frontrunning voices. On each episode, you’ll hear from pioneers in education and EdTech - we’ll explore the growing, evolving impact of technology on students, educators, and learning experiences.Technology is helping us to solve some of the biggest challenges facing the education sector, and throughout this series you’ll discover how digital transformation and AI-powered tools are helping to deliver a better, bolder future for the next generation.We’re proud to share that the series is supported by SMART, the world leader in interactive technology whose mission is deeply aligned with the challenges and innovations shaping education today.Whether you’re an educator, decision-maker, tech-enthusiast, or you’re fascinated by the future of education, this series of EdTech Unwrapped is for you.You can catch new episodes of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders weekly, so follow the show wherever you access your podcasts to be the first to hear from our forward-thinking guests.Join us for the new series of EdTech Unwrapped - Unwrapping the big tech questions in education.
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