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EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationOutstanding Practice in Safeguarding and Pastoral CareOur last panel of the year, sponsored by MyConcern, was an extremely important one – especially in the current climate. We spoke to Mike Glanville, director of safeguarding services at One Team Logic; Jan Pickles OBE, safeguarding consultant; Adam Lubbock, director of Kings River Education; and Luke Ramsden, designated safeguarding lead (DSL) and deputy headteacher of St Benedict’s School.
We asked the panel about the current challenges for DSLs, what additional measures schools can take to support them, what lessons have been learned since March on managing the consequences of Covid-19, the implications of online learning, and how...2021-01-0345 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationInterview with Barnaby Lenon: The current state of the independent schools sectorBarnaby Lenon began his career in 1978 teaching geography at Eton College and is currently the chairman of the Independent Schools Council. On the topic of the current state of the independent schools sector, we asked him whether demand for independent schools had changed since the pandemic, the financial toll of freezing fees and the biggest challenges facing heads.
The big question was whether the independent schools sector is stronger or more vulnerable than ever. “It’s clearly very strong in some ways”, said Lenon, highlighting the sector’s “very good education”, “excellent value for money” and “tremendous historic continuit...2020-12-2733 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationExclusive interview with Sally-Anne Huang, High Master of St Paul’s SchoolWe were delighted to catch up with Sally-Anne Huang, high master at St Paul’s School, who reflected on the last academic year, her role as chair of HMC, and how schools can foster an environment for good mental health.
Huang, new to her role at St Paul’s this September, said it had been a good time to move schools, as crisis management meant she had been able to get to know the team very well right off the bat.
She highlighted how headteachers urgently needed consultation with the Government on what is goin...2020-12-1329 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationNutrition and Wellbeing: New Solutions for SchoolsIn this discussion, sponsored by CH&CO, we were joined by Amanda Ursell, CH&CO’s consultant nutritionist; Irfan Latif, principal of DLD College London; and Edward Valletta, bursar and clerk to the governors at Kimbolton School.
We asked the panel how CH&CO’s four pillars of focus – mental health, sustainability, nutrition and community – align with the education sector, how important good nutrition is for pupils to achieve their best, and how parents, educators and caterers can work together to encourage food exploration.
We also talked in depth about Marcus R...2020-12-0600 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationHistory education and diversity in schools with Nick DennisWe spoke to Nick Dennis about the impact of the pandemic on the curriculum and his role as director of studies, how history education is changing, and practical steps to improve the recruitment and development of staff to increase ethnic and gender diversity.
Nick Dennis is currently director of studies at St. Francis’ College, Letchworth and also a fellow of the Schools History Project, the UK’s premier historical education think tank. He has presented a series of historical documentary programmes for the World History Project, where he also sits on the advisory board. Nick is a memb...2020-11-2900 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationHeadteachers' Question TimeOur panel of passionate headteachers stepped up to tackle the biggest questions in education. This included Nina Gunson, head of Sheffield High School for Girls; Millan Sachania, headmaster of Streatham & Clapham High School; Mark Beach, headmaster of Sherborne House School; and Jo Anderson, principal of Bury Grammar Schools.
We asked them whether schools should have been forced to shut in March, whether they received enough guidance from the Government to open in September, what strategies they used to reassurance parents and if their schools were prepared for more potential lockdowns. We also asked them about the...2020-11-2200 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education Station10 minutes with Sophie BaileyTo wrap up a very successful, insightful and well-loved series, Sophie Bailey, founder of The Edtech Podcast, shared her views on the year so far in edtech and how she’s been approaching her work during lockdown.
The discussions looked at the role of technology in the future of education and covered topics from how to bridge the digital divide, to the future of student recruitment, and female representation in tech.
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Thank you to everyone who has tuned in for the series! We hope we've brought you some positive and in...2020-11-0100 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationBreaking the Bro Barrier: Inspiring a Female Digital WorkforceIt’s mind blowing that, in 2020, so many people are still fighting for equality. The current climate of anger and divisiveness only emphasises that fact.
Unfortunately, the tech industry is no exception. The gender gap, in particular, has long been a topic of contention. And while seven out of the top 10 most gender-equal countries are in Europe, according to the WEF’s Global Gender Gap Report 2020, the UK is not one of them.
Even once their expertise and dedication sees them soar to the top, female tech COOs are consistently underpaid, earning 12% less than their male...2020-10-2500 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationKimberly Bryant, Founder & CEO of Black Girls CODEKimberly Bryant is the founder and CEO of Black Girls CODE – a non-profit organisation dedicated to “changing the face of technology” by introducing girls of colour (ages 7-17) to the field of technology and computer science with a concentration on entrepreneurial concepts.
Prior to starting Black Girls CODE, Kimberly enjoyed a successful 20+ year professional career in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries as an engineering manager in a series of technical leadership roles for various Fortune 50 companies such as Genentech, Merck, and Pfizer. Since 2011, Kimberly has helped Black Girls CODE grow from a local grassroots initiative serving only the Ba...2020-10-1800 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationAn exclusive one-to-one interview with Bob HarrisWith extensive experience in schools and colleges as a teacher, lecturer, senior manager, principal and governor, Bob Harrison has worked with head teachers and senior leaders in developing leadership skills for the National College of School Leadership. He was also the advisor to DfES on the FE Principals Qualification, the digital/e-learning advisor for the DfES Standards Unit and the lead on Digital Futures for the Building Schools for the Future Leadership programme which he designed and delivered at national level for several local authorities.
Following 12 years as Chief Examiner as well as being a fellow of...2020-10-1100 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationLunch with Laura McInerneyCo-founder of Teacher Tapp and Education Journalist for The Guardian
Laura McInerney is an education journalist, former teacher, and co-founder of Teacher Tapp – the app that uncovers teachers’ secret lives.
She regularly appears on TV and radio as an authority on schools, including BBC News, Today on Radio 4, Sky News, and Newsnight. Laura taught for six years in challenging secondary schools before being taken to court by Michael Gove for asking a difficult question about free schools (and yes – she won the answer eventually, and did so while wearing a dazzling sunshine-yellow jacket!). After this, Laura...2020-10-0400 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationStudent Recruitment – Competing in a Buyer’s MarketIn this episode our expert panel explores...
With financial analysts forecasting a £463m shortfall for the next academic year, as 14,000 fewer prospective students from just eight southeast Asian countries opt to cancel or postpone their study plans, these invaluable institutions must do all they can to protect the bottom line, all while maintaining the elite student experience for which the UK is well-known.
Staff are stretched by swelling workloads and rising administrative tasks, all while working from home and dealing with heightened levels of stress. How can universities support their student recruitment teams and maintain a...2020-09-2743 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationExclusive interview: Vivi Friedgut Founder & CEO of BlackbullionVivi Friedgut is the founder and CEO of Blackbullion – the award-winning edtech company on a mission to make the world’s money smart.
Prior to founding Blackbullion, Vivi was a financial management expert, spending almost a decade managing the wealth of high net worth families and individuals. She’s on a mission to empower young people by helping them build financial capability, opening up the conversation surrounding money and cultivating a healthy, money-smart mindset.
Fast becoming the go-to financial platform for leading universities, Blackbullion currently supports 700,000 students through partners including King’s College London, the Universi...2020-09-2031 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationThe Digital Divide: Why it Matters and How to Fix itOn June 15, Tory MPs, Tony Blair and leading UK charities issued a warning to the education secretary, stating that as many as 700,000 children – the very same bunch who have been eligible for free school meals throughout the lockdown – also don’t have access to the internet at home. The open letter cited fears that the young people who are falling behind now “may never catch up”…
But this is by no means an issue that’s exclusive to the UK. Remote learning relies on tech and tech costs money to implement. In this new remote world, is it fair tha...2020-09-1332 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationInterview: Priya Lakhani Founder & CEO of CENTURYPriya Lakhani OBE is the founder and CEO of CENTURY – the award-winning AI education technology company.
In 2008, Priya left her career as a barrister to launch a FMCG business with products in nationwide supermarket chains and independent retailers. The company’s charitable arm provided millions of meals and 35,000 vaccinations to the underprivileged.
Priya was awarded Business Entrepreneur of the Year by the Chancellor in 2009 and Officer of the Order of the British Empire in 2014. She has been a member of the Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Skills’ Entrepreneurs’ Forum and in 2019 was appointed to the U...2020-09-0636 minEdQuarter Presents: The Education StationThe Teachers’ Take on the Remote Learning Model | The Education StationEducation has been slower to commit to the digital transition than many other sectors, fearful of straying too far from tradition and restricted by a lack of adequate training in tech. But failure to adapt could have caused irreparable disruption to students’ education and upped the risk of a lost learning generation slipping through the cracks. Schools had to make use of the tools at their disposal, and it took something as drastic as COVID-19 to drive this revolutionary change.
The sector has now been functioning remotely for almost three months. The majority of teachers have little to...2020-08-3044 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationSafeguarding and Child Protection in a Time of Crisis | The Education StationHow schools can adapt to the new safeguarding challenge2020 has presented educators and institutions with significant new challenges in safeguarding.In this episode we discuss…Protecting our most vulnerable childrenEffective safeguarding practice and the lessons learnedStrategies to manage Mental Health, Domestic Abuse and Online SafetyWorking effectively with other agencies, your own staff and parentsManaging online contact with pupilsMEET THE PANELLisa Atack is currently the Executive Head Teacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead in Greenfields Specialist Community School, Northampton. She is passionate about safeguarding and child protection and has been the front runner for a number of new safeguarding initiatives in her sc...2020-08-161h 00
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationMaintaining security after the rush to remote work | The Education StationIn today's episode we learn how some of the country’s leading Universities are approaching IT security for this new remote learning and working environment.About the challenges leading universities faced in the shift to remote learning and workingThe key cybersecurity concerns that are emerging as a result of the move to remoteWhat’s needed to keep students, staff, data and network secure in a remote worldMEET THE PANELJonathan Monk, Director of IT, University of DundeeRecently Jonathan has been focussed on realigning and improving both the IT delivery and digital core across the University including a significant restructure of service deli...2020-08-0956 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationNext Generation Security Fabric for Education | The Education StationIn this episode, alongside student security experts Switchshop we explore the challenges faced by the Education sector in ensuring that you can effectively secure your IT Network, deliver effective and secure remote access and remain compliant with government legislation like Prevent. We’ll also be looking at the importance of keeping pace with essential new technologies and understanding how light weight firewalls no longer offer the protection you need.. Why advanced threat protection technologies are essential for Schools, College and Universities. Not a “nice to have”Compliance with Prevent and IWF backingUnderstanding the importance of firewalling and UTM features – not the just we...2020-08-021h 01
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationWhat impact can automated school management have on pupil outcomes? | The Education StationHear from industry experts on how better administration can deliver a first-class student experience.How streamlined financial management can make a difference in the classroomHow a more efficient lunch service can have a positive impact on student wellbeingHow a focus on teacher CPD can impact student outcomesHow to reduce administrative burden through automation MEET THE PANEL Micon Metcalfeis Fellow of the ISBL and is an experienced School Business Professional. She is currently the Chief Operating Officer for Inspiration Trust. Micon holds the Advanced Professional Certificate in School Financial and Operational Leadership and is a DfE accredited School Resource Management Adviser. Car...2020-07-2645 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationImplementing new technology: A culture catalyst for your people | The Education StationIn this episode we look at, digital transformation. It's happening at a different pace for every institution. Cultural change can help have a positive impact.This episode covers:How to get buy in from your key "catalyst" peopleManaging technical aspects from security to storage and performanceInside tips and valuable insight from University of DundeeMeet the panelAndrew MillarAndrew is the Head of Web Services at the University of Dundee and is responsible for overall web strategy and delivery of service. He is particularly interested in driving cultural change both in terms of web, but also wider digital initiatives. A seasoned IWMW...2020-07-1950 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education Station5 ways VLEs can transform student engagement | The Education StationIn this episode we're live from the University of Huddersfield. We discover how VLE technology is transforming student engagement for academics at the University of Huddersfield.Give students and staff 24/7 access to learning resourcesSupport 'flipped classroom' teachingBoost student satisfaction with award featuresHelp teachers track understanding and adjust contact time MEET THE PANEL Sophie McGownSophie has been at D2L for over 4 years, after teaching at a variety of schools across the world. Now a Senior Customer Success Manger, she utilizes her teaching experience to work with a number of customers across the UK & Ireland, bringing a creative flair for encouraging ado...2020-07-1246 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education Station5 reasons to include esports in education | The Education StationIn this episode, we're joined by interactive screen specialists ViewSonic for a product demonstration, along with esports experts Fnatic to discuss why esports should be included in education.WE DISCOVERED THE SECRETS TO...Including and stimulating students who feel excluded by traditional sportsImproving your institution with cutting edge learning technologyEmpowering students with valuable skills they can apply to their academic studiesProviding opportunities for staff and students to collaborate around esports teams and competitionsGiving your students a head start on careers in an exciting, emerging STEM industryTO WATCH THE DEMONSTRATION...Visit: https://edtechnology.co.uk/live-panel/on-demand/webinar-viewsonic-16-jan-2020-replay/MEET THE...2020-07-031h 06
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationHow modern VLE technology can support active and blended learning for degree apprenticeships | The Education StationIn this episode, we discuss how Next Generation Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) can provide a space for collaboration to bridge the gap between the learning institution, the workplace and the student, ensuring that all parties feel connected and supported throughout the process.Ideal if you want to...- Improve your classroom learning experience and interactivity - Learn more about VLEs- Enhance your active and blended learning approaches- Hear from experts in VLE technologyMeet The PanelEllen Buck: Director of Learning and Teaching at the University of Suffolk. Ellen is responsible for implementing the University’s Learning Teaching and Assessment strategy including the d...2020-06-2846 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationThe importance of getting testing right for a university digital transformation programme | The Education StationIn this episode we discover how Manchester Metropolitan University are delivering a large-scale digital transformation programme that is enhancing every area of their student journey. This live discussion looks at the programme and the crucial role quality assurance has played in delivering successful outcomes for the University.2020-06-2130 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationDigital transformation in UK higher education | The Education StationListen to this episode to discover:How to successfully, and safely, manage the technologies for all users: staff, students, partners, alumniSecurity landscape of cloud computing, mobile solutions and other technologiesAuthenticating identity and authorising access as the new front in the escalating war with cyber adversaries2020-06-1450 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationWhat are the most significant learning challenges facing HE students? | The Education StationHow can HE institutions best provide students with learning support and to what degree can digital solutions offer any answers?In this episode, our panel of experts from leading education and technology company, Cengage, and higher education specialists discuss and share the findings from the latest student research.Student Voices, a 40-page report just published, found that:38% of first-year students struggle with independent learning as they make the difficult transition from school to university.31% of third years find interpreting data as one of the most challenging aspects of their undergraduate course.32% cite ‘preparing for assessments’ a challenge.Students want an effici...2020-06-071h 02
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationDrive value from your data in further education | The Education StationJoin Capita UNIT-e as they discuss how FE providers can harness the data at their fingertips. The further education sector must contend with a range of financial management reporting and learner data collection methods. From ILR returns to the adult education budget, all FE institutions depend significantly on data. So why do so few seem to value such an important asset?How can FE providers harness the powerful data at their fingertips to help regulate spending and get more for their money, or create new or improved funding streams and grow revenue?2020-05-3144 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationData-driven change | The Education StationWith the emergence of a data-driven regulatory framework, HE providers need to consider how they are going to respond. To explore these challenges, we’re delighted to welcome HE data experts, Andy Youell and Susan Wignall, to our podcas.Meet the panel:Andy Youell is a writer, speaker and strategic data advisor. Formerly the Director of Data Policy and Governance at HESA, Andy has been at the leading edge of data issues across higher education for over 25 years.Susan Wignall is Business Development Manager for Higher Education and Libraries at Capita Education Software Solutions. With 20 years’ experience in IT and soft...2020-05-2439 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationHow VLE technology has delivered strategic success at Suffolk and Huddersfield University | The Education StationListen to the latest from Education Technology and University Business. This time in conjunction with the University of Huddersfield, the University of Suffolk, and D2L. Find out what effect VLEs have had on their institutions and the scope for impact on the HE sector as a whole. You'll discover...• The role of VLE’s in delivering strategic success• How we utilised a VLE to move from an online passive content repository to a truly collaborative, interactive online learning experience.• How we used a VLE to reduce administration and implement learning analytics to improve retention and attainment• The value of modern VLE tech...2020-05-1750 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationHow To Ensure Effective Parental Communication | The Education StationIt’s well understood that establishing a strong home-school partnership which empowers parents to be involved in their child’s education is a key part to improving learning outcomes. But this relationship is not always to easy to achieve.Firefly gives teachers more time to teach, enables students to learn in ways that work best for them, and involves parents with their child’s learning every step of the way.In this live discussion, we will for the first time reveal the results of a survey conducted with schools asking them about their current level and challenges when it comes to pare...2020-05-0947 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationGiving Microsoft Teams A Voice | The Education StationEnabling Microsoft Teams with telephony is becoming an obvious choice for universities who are considering or have already invested in Office365. Demand for modern collaboration tools across the education sector is growing rapidly, as organisations want to provide their staff and students with the best communication experience anywhere, anytime. Our thought-leadership session will help you understand the options available to your organisation, how to overcome the challenges of enabling remote working with existing technology, how you can easily access expert advice to support you through your digital journey and you’ll be introduced a flexible, cost-efficient Unified Communications solution tailored to your needs.2020-04-2930 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationSue Hincks discusses independent schools, her educational journey and advice to teachers | The Education StationIn this exclusive interview, Independent Education Today editor Jo Golding speaks to Sue Hincks, headmistress of Bolton School’s girls’ division and president of the Girls’ Schools Association. Sue shares her thoughts on the current educational landscape and leadership, discusses her own educational journey and offers her advice to other teachers across the independent sector.2019-12-0317 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationStudents turn to adult work and an AI university announced | The Education StationHigher Education sees an increase in students turning to sex work, Save The Student recorded the number of students has doubled since 2017, YHA reckon they can help get our kids outdoors more by designing a school trips programme for children to spend a night under the stars and the first AI University is announced to open in Abu Dhabi with it's entering students being awarded a full scholarship.2019-11-2830 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationBill Rammell on student top-up fees and his changing views of higher education since leaving politics | The Education StationBill Rammell, the out-going VC of University of Bedfordshire, a former member of parliament for Harlow and one-time minister of state for higher education, gives his views on the sector on higher education and student top-up fees.2019-11-1221 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationJo Grady discusses racial inequalities, pay and pensions | The Education Station PodcastUniversity Business reporter James Higgins interviews Jo Brady, general secretary of the universities and college union, to discuss racial inequalities and pay pensions.2019-11-0427 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationVivi Friedgut, CEO of Blackbullion on financial education to students | The Education Station PodcastIn the latest episode of The Education Station: Charley Rogers, editor of Education Technology is joined by Vivi Friedgut the founder and CEO of edtech start up Blackbullion, which delivers financial education to students. You may have heard of Blackbullion in the news recently, as they won the UK semi-finals of the prestigious GESAwards, which means they'll be representing the country at the global finals in January. However, you might not know about Vivi's ideal edtech interviewee, and her somewhat controversial views on the cost of education. Tune in to hear what she had to say.2019-10-2424 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationPrivate schools under fire, university strikes and the clarinet that went to space | The Education StationIn the latest episode of The Education Station: independent schools respond to Labour’s plans to dissolve the sector, what responsibilities do lecturers have during university strikes and the ten-year-old who won a competition to redesign her clarinet for space. All this and more in episode two of The Education Station, hosted by leading education titles University Business, Education Technology and Independent Education Today.2019-10-0823 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationA-levels, beef ban and social media studies | The Education StationLeading education titles Independent Education Today, Education Technology and University Business discuss the biggest education stories from the last fortnight. We ask: what’s the fallout from A-level results day? Do we need social media studies? Should universities ‘go green’ at any cost? And is it time for a revolution in university admissions? All this and more in episode one of The Education Station.2019-08-2935 min
EdQuarter Presents: The Education StationThe 5 Key Challenges in Higher Education | The Education StationWe discuss the 5 Key Challenges facing Higher Education institutes in 2019, from Brexit to student recruitment.2019-07-3128 min