RESOURCES
eCLIPS: helping pupils make good choices
Give All your students a headstart… ... teach them to type with KAZ Typing Tutor - now with a
FREE NEW SEN/Dyslexia option T
he Department of Education’s recently updated statutory guidance for careers states that schools should use websites with their pupils that “present the full range of opportunities in an objective way that will help pupils make good choices about post-16 options”.* To help fulfil this, schools choose eCLIPS. It has been the choice of professionals for over 25 years because it contains accurate, impartial information on over 1400 careers plus a wealth of advice on education and employment choices. Supported by live-streamed labour market information, each job profile suggests other related careers that can be explored. The eCLIPS authors are qualified careers writers who continually research the labour trends and stay up to date with the latest developments so that new and emerging jobs are regularly incorporated. Go to our website to request your free demo.
*Careers guidance and inspiration in schools, April 2017
www.eclips-online.co.uk
eclips@adviza.org.uk 0118 402 9077
Choosing VR hardware for the classroom T
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AZ’s NEW HTML5 Edition offers teachers a simple and effective way of teaching students of all abilities how to type. The program allows the tutor to allocate either a standard or SEN/Dyslexia version of the course to each student.
Both versions are fun and engaging and suited for ages 6 +. The SEN/Dyslexia option, developed with advice and guidance from The Dyslexia Research Trust, teaches typing skills whilst addressing issues related to visual stress. Incorporating a multi-sensory approach, the program opens with a unique ‘Preference Screen’ allowing the student to select preferences – aimed at maximising optimum reading comfort. The program also includes an easy to use back office allowing teachers to upload students and monitor progress, speed and accuracy. The combination licence of both versions makes KAZ’s NEW HTML5 Edition a simple yet dynamic course.
For Schools: Primary, Secondary, Academy, College, F.E., H.E. and via RM Unify
www.kaz-type.com
The UK’s #1 school chair – Postura+
he conversation around VR continues and it’s expected that in 2017 we’ll see it take off. While many schools and teachers are already using VR, eventually many more will turn to this innovative way of learning. The only problem is, hardware pitfalls can be hard to avoid. The variety of VR devices is increasing and headset designs are constantly changing…so how can we be sure the devices we buy are reliable? Here are a couple of things to keep in mind. Focus on your key
vision. Are you using more passive VR content like virtual tours, or content that your students can interact with? For the latter, it’s likely you’ll need a headset that comes with a handheld controller, so check your headset can accommodate one. If you choose a headset that relies on a phone (such as Google
Cardboard), you need to check you have
appropriate phones for
every student. As this isn’t always possible, what might be a better option is an ‘all in one’ that doesn't need a phone.
Veative offers samples to test out the hardware before you buy. Visit
http://www.veative.com/demo/ to download them.
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www.education-today.co.uk
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I’s iconic Postura+ chair was the first one-piece polypropylene chair introduced to the UK education market in 1996. It is ergonomically designed to promote good posture and provide exceptional comfort. Injection moulded in the UK from recyclable high impact-resistant polypropylene, Postura+ is fully BSEN 1729 compliant and FIRA-certified. The chair is available in 16 standard colours and recently extended its warranty from 10 to 20 years. KI’s Postura+ embodies strength but still remains light and can be vertically stacked to 12 high with ease. Durable, comfortable, practical and offers excellent value for money, the Postura+ continues to be the chair of choice for students of all ages.
KI Europe’s furniture helps the world’s leading organisations create happy, healthy, high performing working and learning spaces for their people. Bringing together good design, advanced engineering and sustainable resources, KI’s products are durable, flexible and offer excellent value.
www.kieurope.com Tel: 020 7405 7082
May 2017
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