Contents Dear Reader,
It’s been a busy time in the education sector. Michael Gove’s proposed changes to the ICT curriculum kept all that was seen in January at BETT fresh in the minds of visitors to the Education Show last month. There to continue the buying process in other areas, with so many questions left unanswered by policy makers, information and guidance was at a premium. Our review of the show (p18-19) outlines the current challenges and looks at how the show provided a range of options designed to meet the needs of a ‘less prescriptive’ curriculum.
Also this month, Director of BESA Ray Barker explains why schools need to start spending again (p16); while Anne Puntis, Chief Executive, University of Cambridge International Examinations discusses bridging the gap between school and university (p17). And that’s not all! There is another event for your diary – BFE UK takes place next month at the Business Design Centre, Islington. The two day event will cover the shift in focus from new building to refurbishment in the education sector over the past 12 months. Find out more on page 14!
Becci Knowles - Editor In this issue... 4 - 6 NEWS
Education Resources Awards winners reflect ‘the very best in education’; Students take steps to change the world; A brand new option in vocational learning; Take time to Thank A Teacher; Beechwood college launches create! Art for autism 2012; Students voice the issues; Life in South Sudan; Pupil Premium – make sure your pupils benefit
8 - 13 NEW PRODUCTS & SERVICES
Adaptive Learning Engine, alien avatars and space bitz; UK’s first Teacher Cooperative recognises Britain’s best teachers and the very best in classroom content; Yorkon awarded public sector framework agreement
14 BFE 2012 PREVIEW
The new building blocks of education - 9-10 May 2012, Business Design Centre, Islington, London
15 16 PANASONIC COMPETITION FINANCE & FUNDING
Out of denial - time to start spending again 17
FOCUS ON UNIVERSITY Bridging the gap
18 - 21 EDUCATION SHOW REVIEW The diverse world of the Education Show 2012
22 - 23 CATERING EQUIPMENT FRIMA energy efficient VarioCooking Center for Anglia Ruskin University; Balanced meals and moderation is the key to healthy students; VWA’s online courses are ideal for tight budgets
24 - 25 EDUCATIONAL TRIPS Learning is fun at Leeds Castle
26 RECRUITMENT Recruit, Consult, Train innovating your security aX April 2012 Xion
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