Sheku Bayoh death to feature in national theatre’s digital effort to tackle racism
A range of free educational resources created by Scotland’s theatre company are to help facilitate constructive conversations in secondary schools about racism and racial violence. The National Theatre of Scotland’s...
Panel of experts to reform future of Scottish education revealed
The expert panel that will help shape the future of exams, inspection and curriculum development in Scotland has been revealed. The team of educational specialists has been appointed to advise...
‘Entrepreneur in residence’ appointed by Scottish university to close gender gap
A former senior banking executive has been appointed the first ‘entrepreneur in residence’ at a Scottish university to promote women in business and inclusive economic growth. Carolyn Currie, chief executive...
Students to create educational video game inspired by climate change goals
The next generation of video games designers are playing their part in the race to ‘net zero’ thanks to a partnership between a Scottish university and thermal energy company. Ahead...
Glasgow robotics learning experience enjoyed by students globally
University students from across the globe have been transported into the world of science thanks to a “super immersive” remote robotics-powered learning experience developed by Glasgow researchers. The new testbed...
Highland schools launch innovative food growing project after cash boost
Two Highland schools are to embark on an innovative food growing project after a £3,000 cash injection from Scotland’s inspection and curriculum development body. Pupils at Applecross and Lochcarron primary...
Unlocking opportunities for neurodivergent talent in the tech sector
Scotland’s tech sector is being encouraged to recruit neurodivergent talent by Skills Development Scotland to help plug the ever-growing skills gap. Here Lee Ann Panglea, head of CIPD (Chartered Institute...
Teachers face ‘strain’ of planning for three different exams scenarios, say MSPs
Teachers are facing increased workload “strain” amidst the difficulty of planning for multiple scenarios for secondary school exams next year, MSPs have said. The Scottish Liberal Democrats have said the...
Back to school: How digital tools can transform learning in Scottish education
It is ‘back to school’ day in Scotland, and as teachers and students return to the classroom, many will be looking forward to an academic year hopefully less chaotic than...
Rollout of 700,000 digital devices to all Scottish pupils begins
Work to tackle digital inequality in Scotland and provide every school pupil with a laptop or tablet has started. Education secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has confirmed that discussions with local authorities...
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