Issue #5 – 7th February 2025
Hello Everyone! Here’s your weekly 5 minutes on Friday digest of tech updates, designed to keep you up to speed on the latest in the world of technology, education, and innovation. We’ve gathered news on everything from curriculum ideas to major tech developments and emerging trends. Enjoy!
Engaging Quizzes with Blooket (Free Basic Version)
Blooket is a visually fun and engaging quiz-style platform that’s designed to engage students with game-based learning interactive quizzes and games.
Lots of quiz options are available on the site, which allows teachers to set work quickly and easily. This also allows for use in class as a group, and as individuals, as well as options for quiz-based learning and assessment outside of the classroom on personal devices.
Blooket offers a fun and engaging platform While there are paid features, the free basic version is surprisingly powerful.
Gamify learning and assess student understanding in a fun and interactive way.
Create quick quizzes to review key concepts, use Blooket for formative assessment, or run friendly competitions in the classroom.
Quick start guide for teachers
Free Stock Photos and Videos with Pexels (Free!)
Pexels offers a vast library of FREE stock photos and videos that you can use in your presentations, websites, and other educational materials.
Enhance your visual content with high-quality images and videos without worrying about copyright issues.
Find the perfect image to illustrate a historical event, create visually appealing presentations, or add a touch of creativity to your classroom resources.
Supporting UK Tech Startups
A recent report by the House of Lords Communications and Digital Committee warns that the UK risks becoming an ‘incubator economy’ unless more is done to support tech startups in scaling up to become global competitors. The report emphasizes the need for better funding opportunities, mentorship, and infrastructure to help innovative companies grow within the UK.
School leaders can play a role by fostering entrepreneurial skills and awareness of the tech industry among students, preparing them to contribute to the nation’s digital future.
Thank you for reading this week’s edition!
Stay tuned for more ed tech news, practical classroom ideas, and leadership tips in next week’s update.
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Have a lovely weekend
Phillippa
