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Educational Advancements in Exeter: The Role of Digital Resources in Local Schools and Colleges

The digital leap is reshaping how education unfolds in classrooms across Exeter, offering students and educators alike a new vista of possibilities. With the advent of technology, traditional teaching methods are being augmented, promising a more interactive and engaging learning experience. This shift is not merely about replacing pen and paper with screens; it's about enhancing the educational landscape to make learning more accessible, engaging, and effective for everyone involved. As Exeter's schools integrate digital tools into their curricula, students are finding that concepts and...

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Exeter College announced as EdTech Demonstrator College

The Department for Education has announced Exeter College will be a part of the EdTech Demonstrator Programme and will provide support for other education providers to deliver remote learning during the Coronavirus outbreak and beyond.

The EdTech Demonstrator Programme, which is backed by the Department for Education, The National Grid for Learning, The Education Foundation and Sheffield Hallam University, provides a platform for peer-to-peer support in education, and Exeter College will be one of a number of Demonstrator Colleges helping other institutions get the most out of...

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Best universities in Sydney 2020

Choosing one of the best universities in Sydney to study any course is one of the biggest decisions you have made and also a bold step for you. In fact, going to the best institution anywhere is the dream of most students. So if attending one of the best university in Sydney is a top priority for you, you are certainly in the right place because we have compiled the best universities in Sydney where you can study in 2020.

Sydney is the largest city and one of the most preferred study destinations in Australia for international students. Also, it is considered as one of the...

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Businesses! Make a Strong Comeback Post-Covid with Digital Marketing

Authored by neha.rathi
Posted: Wed, 06/17/2020 - 9:22am

It is without a doubt, we are in uncertain times. But as a business, it is how we act, when we act and how we prepare for the future that sets us apart from the rest.

“Being Challenged in Business is Inevitable, Being Defeated is Optional”

Keeping up with constant optimization now, means your business won’t have to fight your competitors back in search engine rankings. As they say, it’s never a bad thing to be too careful.

Sure, you don’t know when this will all be over, but on a positive note, we all are aware- this crisis will end and we encourage all...

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Efficient Ways to Learn New Skills Online

Due to the unfortunate Coronavirus pandemic, many of us are stuck at home under quarantine having been furloughed by our employers, and suddenly we have an awful lot of time on our hands. This will probably come as a novelty to most people as our lives in the 21st Century are increasingly busy and we often don’t even have time to think, let alone have time to learn new skills. As we are under lockdown the best avenue to learn a new skill or hobby is via the internet, so, now that you have the opportunity we are going to look at the most efficient ways to learn new skills online.

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'Living prospectus week' allows future students to experience University of Exeter virtually 

Authored by Mary Youlden
Posted: Mon, 06/15/2020 - 11:50pm

Potential university students unable to tour universities to make decisions about their future are flocking online to innovative “virtual prospectuses”, lectures and advice sessions.

University of Exeter staff who work with pupils around the country to encourage them to go on to higher education are embracing technology to provide extensive and open access online content while schools and campuses are closed.

This week is the University of Exeter’s second “living prospectus week”, where people can speak to current students on Facebook about their experiences and see...

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The world's first teaching practice webinar

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 06/13/2020 - 10:50am

A world first in the TEFL industry! Improve your employability with the best paying TEFL schools and recruiters in the world today via The TEFL Academy’s 10h Teaching Practice Course Webinar . The more the merrier, so if you have completed your TEFL with another provider, you are most welcome to come join us to gain teaching experience or sharpen your skills.

The course gives you the opportunity to get real life teaching experience from your own home. The course is specifically tailored to students who have completed or are currently studying our 168hr level 5 TEFL course or...

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Exeter College runners up in coveted National Award for Employer Engagement

Authored by stephendixon
Posted: Mon, 06/08/2020 - 12:55pm

Exeter College has been recognised with a top four shortlisting for the Association of College’s award for Employer Engagement.

The Association of Colleges (AoC) celebrated top further education across the UK at its virtual Beacon Awards ceremony, and the College’s commitment to proactively working with employers for the mutual benefit of all saw them shortlisted for the coveted prize in Employer Engagement.

The Beacon Awards are regarded by many as the most prestigious awards within the education sector, given the rigour and robustness of the assessment.

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Newton Abbot business welcomes mental health announcement

Authored by lizparks
Posted: Mon, 06/08/2020 - 12:19pm

A South Devon business which trains teachers to support the emotional and social development of children has welcomed a government announcement of new online resources for schools and colleges to boost mental health support for staff and pupils.

Thrive, based at Seale Hayne, near Newton Abbot, has welcomed news of grants worth more than £750,000 for the Diana Award, the Anti-Bullying Alliance and the Anne Frank Trust to help schools and colleges build relationships between pupils, boost their resilience, and continue to tackle bullying both in person and online.

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The pandemic won’t stop education for Repton School students

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 05/31/2020 - 6:20am

How schools can embrace technology to offer continuous learning support during the lockdown.

School closures are having a huge impact across the UK (and around the world), especially for students preparing for their GCSE and A Level exams. A horde of pandemic-related challenges has swarmed through educational institutions, leaving parents, teachers, and students asking: Can we expect students to sit through hours of remote classes? What about students who don’t have access to the right technology? How can teachers monitor student progress? Will parents have to step in as teachers...

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3 ways to make home schooling easier than ever

With uncertainty surrounding when children will be able to return to school, parents are still finding innovative ways to deliver lessons at home. Often combining work commitments with caring for younger children too, it’s no surprise that many parents are eager to receive help and support as they coach their kids on a range of key subjects.

The vast majority of children in the UK attend either state or private schools, so home schooling isn’t just an adjustment for parents. As parents get to grips with holding mock lessons, kids are learning to resist the distractions that...

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