Next Generation Learning

Becta is leading the Next Generation Learning campain about using technology to make learning more exiting and have a greater impact. In a recent poll of parents, they discovered: 95% of parents think technology can help their children to learn, 78% think technology can bring lessons to life, but only 63% think it can improve [...]

Learning Platforms–Disruptive?

I’ve been re-reading The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen about technological change and company success– specifically disruptive technologies. Whilst being about 10 years old, it is still interesting and relevant. As I read it, I can’t help thinking about the whole-sale introduction of learning platforms (read VLE’s) in UK schools. I wonder if DfES/ BECTA [...]