Next generation learning

Better Ways to Learn

Using technology can change the way you learn – giving you more control over what, when, where and how you do it.

This flexibility and choice means you feel more motivated to learn and enjoy the experience more.

Nearly 60 per cent of primary school teachers and 50 per cent of secondary school teachers strongly agree that technology has a positive impact on learning for boys. Special needs learners are also inspired by the use of technology as a learning tool.

Most learners in further education believe that technology improves their understanding of the subject.

But all learners benefit through the effective use of technology – via video conferencing, for example. It also helps to provide evidence of their achievements.

Effective use of technology allows a more flexible approach to learning. It means you can learn wherever you are – at work, at home or out and about.

"It's great fun"

Clunbury Church of England Primary School, Craven Arms, Shropshire, is a shining example – a small rural school using innovative technology to enhance learning.

Pupils are really confident, independent and capable and it’s all down to the school investing in exciting technology, equipment and developing its staff.

Pupils use blogging, podcasting and gaming in many areas of school life. The school has a computer club for parents, children and the community and it collaborates on projects with other schools.

Headteacher Andrew Davis, a national expert on blogging, said: “As well as having a big impact in lessons, technology has also been an invaluable way of involving parents, other schools and the wider community.

“We use podcasts, blogging and video conferencing on a regular basis and as well as being educational, it’s great fun.”

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Clunbury School were joint winners in the ICT Excellence Awards 2007.