New Term, New Tech: Top 10 Ways to Make the Most of E-Learning in Schools

A new term calls for new beginnings - and what better way to kick off the academic year than to evaluate your school’s e-learning approach?While digital tools have the potential to transform learning experiences for the better, teachers and students don’t always know how to use them most effectively. Schools may also face significant barriers both inside...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 17 September 2024

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Journey of a design manager: an education-led approach to construction

When it comes to delivering DfE projects, design managers have the unique privilege of straddling two worlds: education and construction. Their role? To ensure that every brick laid, wire pulled, and piece of technology installed contributes meaningfully to the educational outcomes of the students who attend the schools they design.

This blog takes you...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 29 August 2024

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Novatia's Top Tips for Improving Data Security in Education

Data security has become a growing concern in the education sector. Schools, colleges, and universities handle vast amounts of sensitive data, from student records to financial information, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. In fact, data breaches are becoming more common in schools and colleges - new figures from the Information Commissioner's...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 28 August 2024

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What delivering 200 DfE projects has taught us about EdTech

Over the course of delivering more than 200 ICT design and delivery projects for the Department for Education (DfE), we at Novatia have gained profound insights into the evolving landscape of EdTech. 

Our extensive experience has equipped us with a deep understanding of how to effectively integrate technology into educational environments to enhance...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 06 August 2024

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5 Cybersecurity Challenges in the Education Sector - And How to Overcome Them

As the digital world continues to develop at a rapid pace, educational institutions face an increasing number of cybersecurity threats. The education sector, which holds a wealth of sensitive information and relies heavily on technology for running day-to-day operations, is an attractive target for cybercriminals. 

But what can schools actually do to...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 25 July 2024

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Key Considerations When Choosing An ICT Consultancy for Your MAT

As a MAT leader, the importance of robust technological infrastructure across all your schools cannot be overstated. Partnering with a reliable ICT consultancy can transform your educational environments, enhance learning experiences, and streamline administrative processes.

However, choosing the right ICT consultancy requires careful consideration. You’ll...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 15 July 2024

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Steve's Scribblings - When it comes to education & elections, history teaches us that…

It’s happened twice in my educational career. The elections of 1997 and 2010 featured governments of long-standing being overturned (18 years of Conservative rule in 1997, 13 years of Labour in 2010) and significant changes in education policy taking hold. Actually, make that three significant turnarounds...the first one being the 1983 Conservative election...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 01 July 2024

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Exploring the Impact of Gamification in Education

In the classrooms of today, technology often takes centre stage - accompanied by new teaching practices and fundamental changes to the learning experience itself.

Old chalkboards and outdated television sets have long since been replaced by smart screens and immersive learning platforms - and with this modern tech comes new opportunities to keep students...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 24 June 2024

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2024's must-have technology to support e-learning in schools

Although a classroom in the 2020s might still be recognisable to a child of the 1920s, the world of education is changing rapidly. Gone are the days of chalkboards and textbooks; today, technology plays a crucial role in shaping how students learn. With the rise of e-learning, schools are embracing innovative tools and platforms to enhance the learning...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 18 June 2024

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Novatia's guide to cloud computing services for schools

Cloud computing has become an essential tool for modern schools. 

From providing a platform to store and access learning resources to streamlining administrative tasks, cloud computing helps schools of all kinds function on a daily basis.

It’s likely you’re already using cloud-based tools in your school strategy, such as email, video conferencing,...

Posted by Richard Sambrook Smith - 12 June 2024

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