ICT for Education

Miles Berry of Roehampton University, presents an update on generative AI in schools covering government funding, DfE proofs of concept and pilot projects, lesson plans and anonymised pupil work that can be used to augment or fine tune language models, and more. Whilst Allen Tsui, Subject Lead for Primary Computing at Willow Brook Primary School Academy, considers the provision of physical Computing and programming workshops for teachers and schools.

“Engagement in computing” by Professor Miles Berry of the University of Roehampton leads our Autumn issue. Looking at the topic, causes and how this may be improved. With Master Teacher Tig Williams providing his insights into “Writing an AI Policy for your school.” Plus recommended further reading and useful links to ICT for Education events.

Miles Berry, Professor of Computing Education at the University of Roehampton, discusses the technology that powers ChatGPT and considers potential uses identified by teachers. Amy Cartwright, Head of Computing and Head of Digital Innovation and Learning at Ibstock Place School, stresses the importance of Computing in the curriculum, arguing the case for more time and commitment to be invested in Computing in secondary schools.

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This edition of Sapienta leads with an article by Jill Hodges, Head of Amazon Future Engineer UK, who discusses the need for the education system to catch up with the pace of technological change to ensure students can fulfil and enjoy careers of the future. Followed by Prof. Miles Berry who considers the potential of adaptive, or agile, teaching that accounts for varying levels of prior knowledge based on detailed assessment data. We also hear from Prof.

Miles Berry, Professor of Computing Education at the University of Roehampton, discusses his concerns about a lack of creativity in most computing lessons and the negative impact this has on pupils’ engagement with the subject.

It’s no secret that the pandemic has intensified the mental health crisis across the UK. Young people today are 50% more likely to have a mental health issue, and their teachers are usually the first line of defence. Educators usually notice the first symptoms of anxiety, as it directly impacts their students’ motivation to do well in school. In fact, students feel more comfortable seeking help from their teachers than their families.

As we all know, teacher wellbeing has suffered significantly over recent years due to several factors, including the pandemic, cost of living crisis and inflation. The latest Teacher Wellbeing Index found 77 per cent of teachers experience poor mental health due to their work and 72 per cent are regularly stressed and overworked. In fact, teachers are more likely to continue to experience high levels of stress today than any other profession, including healthcare workers.

Home » News » Why the 'RSE row' is a dangerous hoax which threatens freedoms and equality across the UK Yet, most coverage has nothing to do with the actual RSE curriculum or government policies which dictate it. Here, Laura Coryton, founder and director of Sex Ed Matters, argues this perceived conflict does not reflect the reality of sex education on the ground and warns the danger of scaremongering in the context of RSE can have dire consequences. 14/03/2023