January 15, 2009
- Taking control of learning through collaboration, cooperation and peer review
Doug Dickinson, Independent ICT Consultant, is doing a seminar at BETT today called ‘Taking control of learning through collaboration, cooperation and peer review. He will discuss how, through the use of a variety or Web 2.0 applications such as blogs, wikis and podcasts, teachers can use the power of collaboration and peer-to-peer review to effectively [...]
September 29, 2008
- Are boys reluctant writers?
Last week Softease were invited to attend an action packed and thought provoking day at Epsom Downs Race Course .The topic of the day was Boys Writing and dealt with how boys can be encouraged to start writing, whilst at the same time raising achievement.
With infectious enthusiasm Pie Corbett kicked off proceedings by imploring that writing must first [...]
September 26, 2008
- Textease in Wales
Erlas Centre,Wrexham
Metropole, Llandrindod
Llety Parc, Aberystwyth
Croeso! ( Welcome!)
We have been visiting a number of people and places in Wales over the last two weeks to talk about Textease Studio CT. We presented to the WJEC inset programme over two days, to representatives across Wales. We were invited to talk to Literacy subject leaders in Wrexham Welsh Medium Schools, earlier this week. The interest [...]
May 8, 2008
- Extra! Extra! Read all about us!
The new Softease e-newsletter is now available straight into your inbox and contains monthly news on all of our latest developments, special offers, Top Tips and competitions. If you’re interested in signing up, email customercare@softease.com and your email address will be added to our list.
March 10, 2008
- Conwy Council empower schools with Textease Studio CT
Conwy Education Services have provided every Primary and Special school within the Council with a site licence of Textease Studio CT, Timeline and Ideas Map , eleven tools in total. This will enable the schools to better meet the guidelines within the new Welsh Curriculum that comes into force in September 2008. Furthermore, the partnership agreement with [...]
October 19, 2007
- Fantastic Fireworks!
Being a fan of fireworks and as this is the firework season I was really pleased to find some fabulous examples of firework pictures made using Textease Paint. It’s great to see seasonal work, it keeps things fresh and exciting. I’m already looking forward to seeing some Christmas pictures!
If you want some fantastic firework inspiration [...]
October 18, 2007
- Don’t forget to spend those eLCs before it’s too late!
Following a recent announcement by Curriculum Online, schools are being reminded of the service’s scheduled closure in August 2008. Further to this, all e-Learning Credits must be used before the 31st August 2008 in order to gain maximum benefit from the allocation.
To read the announcement in full click on the following link:
http://www.curriculumonline.gov.uk/News/Curriculum+Online+-+news+update.htm
September 13, 2007
- New Secondary Curriculum
The new secondary curriculum, which becomes statutory from September 2008, is designed to inspire and challenge all learners and prepare them for the future. Reduced prescription in the curriculum aims to allow for greater flexibility to personalise learning.
QCA has now launched a new secondary curriculum website which provides a range of support and guidance to help [...]
September 6, 2007
- Extend your ICT with extended schools funding
In support of the target that all schools will offer full-time, year round childcare by 2010, the DCSF has announced a massive investment of more than £1 billion in the extended schools programme over the next three years.
Schools can provide extended services themselves, or deliver them in partnership with other schools or voluntary and community [...]
July 31, 2007
- $100 laptops – help or hindrance?
Mass production of the first batch of $100 laptops for schools in developing countries is reported to have begun, sparking debate over the importance of pushing technology upon developing countries that have ‘more pressing needs such as sanitation, water and health care.’ Kofi Annan, however, is a supporter of the scheme, developed by the organisation, [...]
