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...
Virtual coding club launched for youngsters in Fife
A virtual coding club has been launched in Scotland to build young people’s technical skills and boost their potential for roles in the advanced manufacturing sector. The programme, which is...
Indian pupils catch up on Covid learning loss thanks to Glasgow edtech firm
School pupils in India are scaling new heights through an online course – guided by a digital Monkey – developed by a Glasgow-based English language tech specialist. Klik2learn has teamed...
Results day sees attainment gap widen after algorithm ditched
The second year of Covid exams has seen the attainment gap widen after the national qualifications body abandoned the use of computer-aided decision-making. Yesterday saw almost 137,000 senior school students...
University of Edinburgh launches campaign to ‘make world a better place’
A campaign to inspire ideas to improve the world and address some of the toughest challenges facing humanity has been launched by the University of Edinburgh. ‘Future Proof’ will highlight...
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