Author: Richard Campbell

Harnessing the Power of Gamification for Classroom Learning

As we navigate the digital era, one common challenge that educators often face is keeping students engaged in the classroom. Gamification, or the process of applying game principles in learning, offers a promising solution to this issue. This blog post aims to tackle four major problems teachers encounter in a traditional classroom setting, and how

Integrating Technology in Lesson Planning

Integrating Technology in Lesson Planning: A Comprehensive Guide  Education is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant drivers of this change is technology. When effectively incorporated into lesson planning, technology can enhance learning experiences, offering a dynamic, interactive, and engaging approach. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to successfully integrate technology into your lesson

Creative Classroom Ideas for Exploring Matariki

Creative and engaging Matariki ideas for your classroom  It’s that time of year again. Matariki! So, why not try something new to engage your students and get them excited about learning and sharing their knowledge and expertise. Here are a few ideas on how you can use a range of tools to celebrate and explore Matariki

Midjourney 5 – In the Classroom

Midjourney 5 – In the classroom Midjourney 5 is the latest in AI image generation, and if you haven’t played around with it or seen it, it is truly incredible. In today’s blog, I want to explore ways in which we could potentially use this extraordinary tool in the classroom. Like some other forms of

Effective Planning with ChatGPT

As an educator, it’s always a challenge to balance your time between lesson planning, assessment, reporting, and attending to all those other responsibilities. That’s why in today’s blog, I want to share some practical tips on how ChatGPT can help you optimise your time and make your life a lot easier.  You might have already

Establishing Effective Digital Citizenship

Digital Citizenship & Cyber Bullying Digital citizenship is a vital part of the modern classroom. As teachers, we can set up our students for success, but without a clear plan and guidelines, we are likely to have a myriad of problems all year long. The consequences are often tears and frustration for the students and

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