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Inclusion: The Key to the Future of Education

A paper by Martin McKay, CEO & Founder of Texthelp. In light of the current educational landscape, our CEO, Martin McKay has given his thoughts on how the COVID pandemic has impacted schools and what the future holds.

Guest blog: The digital learning trap

In this blog, Dr Ciaran McIvor explores the effect that the global pandemic has had on our learners, when it comes to teaching maths.
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How EdTech can help get education back on track

With an eye on professional development and high-quality instruction, the EdTech industry plays a vital role in post-pandemic education.
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What to expect at the Festival of Inclusive Education

On 20 October, join us for our first ever virtual conference, the Festival of Inclusive Education. Hear from Texthelp's Patrick McGrath on why we're celebrating inclusive education and what his must see sessions are.
Festival of Inclusive Education Virtual Conference 20 October 2021

The Future of Education Technology: Trends for 2019

A fresh new year is upon us once again and we’ve caught up with our ‘chief geek’ Martin McKay - our Chief Technology Officer and one of the founders of Texthelp, to see what his predictions are for Education Technology this in-coming year.
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Supercharge your classroom with OrbitNote

In this blog we give you a rundown of all the latest feature in OrbitNote that will get your school year off to a great start.
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TCEA Recap: Change the Process to Support the Purpose

Last week, a group of Texthelpers attended TCEA, the Texas Computer Education Association conference. Compared to previous years, there was a noticeable increase in discussions around feedback/assessments and the need for change. But before changing, we first need to recognize what to change.
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Teacher Wellbeing in the Post-Pandemic Era

In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, we sat down with 5 teachers to gather their thoughts on the changing landscape of teaching.
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Accessibility by design

In our latest collaboration with the Edufuturists, they discuss how changes in legislation and the shift to remote learning are bringing learner inequalities to the fore for many Further and Higher Education organisations. Helping to shape accessibility by design rather than default across education.
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Edtech - the route to equality for SEN learners?

Explore how implementing the right edtech tools can ensure all learners have equity of access at home, in the classroom, or virtually.
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5 Assistive Technology tools for EVERY educator

Get 5 real world examples from Partner Technologist for Google & Inclusion at Aspire 2Be, Ryan Evans of how technology tools have transformd teaching and learning across UK schools.
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What are the benefits of teaching math using technology?

Technology provides dynamic opportunities for instruction in math & STEM classrooms. Here are some important ways that students can benefit when we incorporate technology with our math & STEM instruction.
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The Four F's of Distance Learning: Family-Friendly

The last blog in this series focuses on making your distance learning sessions family-friendly.
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The potential of personalized learning for student engagement and achievement

Guest blogger, Nick Brierley discuses the benefits of personalised learning approaches on student engagement and achievement.
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FETC 2020: minimize teacher workload and maximize student outcomes

How using technology can minimize teacher workload and maximize student potential
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Creating the ‘penny-drop’ moment

Insight into maths concepts comes to pupils in penny-dropping moments. Find out how EquatIO can help you make maths relatable & engaging.
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Community, Creole Cuisine and Creating a Culture of Literacy

A recap of our key takeaways from the ILA Conference
Texthelpers Kaitlyn, Jason and Mark standing in front of the booth at the ILA Conference

Lessons learned: the digital future of education

Our resident EdTech Strategist, Patrick McGrath, recently took part in a roundtable discussion with a panel of education experts, sharing their thoughts on the lessons learned from COVID-19 and its impact on the digital future of education. Read Patrick’s insights into the key challenges currently facing education, the impact on policy & budget and the EdTech tools that are likely here to stay.
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Back to School: A pencil case of digital tools - for all subjects

In this Back to School blog, we’re discussing how Read&Write can be the digital pencil case for all students - across the curriculum, to help you think differently about your lesson planning, and the technology that your school has invested in.
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Inclusive Education: beneficial for all

Discover how the tools and practices we use in our classrooms to support students with specific learning needs can have wider benefits for all students.
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