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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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New Chief Operating Officer appointed by IMP Software

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Mon, 07/10/2023 - 4:05pm

IMP Software, market-leading specialists in purpose-built budgeting, forecasting and reporting software for Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs), has appointed its first Chief Operating Officer.

Zanna Patchett has joined the company after nearly six years with REPL Group, a global consultancy and technology group specialising in workforce transformation, supply chain, customer experience and enterprise systems, that was subsequently acquired by Accenture.

A corporate and commercial lawyer by background, Zanna was previously a Partner at Hill Hofstetter, a Senior Associate at Pinsent...

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School Recycling Workshops Continue to Thrive

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2023 - 9:58pm

More than 500 pupils across East Devon have taken part in workshops about the importance of recycling, thanks to an initiative by East Devon District Council (EDDC) and their waste contractor Suez.

Led by Suez’s Recycling Officer, Jess Prosser, the school children have enjoyed games and presentations highlighting the waste hierarchy and the value in reusing and recycling material.

During the past year Jess has spoken to 525 primary school pupils who have enjoyed a series of activities to sort materials and learn how and where they can reuse material.

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Expert Guidance: Discover italki's Spanish Tutors

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Fri, 07/07/2023 - 9:27am

Learning Spanish is an invaluable skill that opens doors to new opportunities, whether it's for travel, career prospects, or connecting with Spanish-speaking communities. While self-study resources are plentiful, nothing beats the guidance of an expert tutor who can provide personalized instruction and support. This article delves into the world of italki, a leading online language learning platform, and explores how italki Spanish tutors can help learners achieve their language goals.

What is italki?

At its core, italki is a global online language learning platform that connects...

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Unity Schools Partnership appoints IMP Software, as Exeter-based MAT finance experts hit 300 customer milestone

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Wed, 06/28/2023 - 12:31pm

Unity Schools Partnership, a soon-to-be family of 33 secondary, primary, middle and special schools, has become IMP Software’s 300th MAT customer.

The multi-academy trust (MAT), which is located mainly in Suffolk and also on the Essex and Cambridgeshire borders as well as Romford in East London, has purchased IMP Software’s purpose-built tools which provide budgeting, forecasting and reporting software.

Sarah Garner, Deputy CEO and Director of Finance at Unity Schools Partnership, said: “We are absolutely delighted to be working with IMP Software. This marks the start of a...

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MBA students tackle ‘truly extraordinary’ circular economy challenge

University of Exeter MBA students took a ‘deep dive’ into the world of Circular Economy as part of the cohort’s week-long corporate challenge.

The Circular Economy Corporate Challenge is a week-long live challenge during which Exeter MBA teams draw on their learning from the Designing a Better Future for All module and apply it to a real-world challenge.

This year the live challenge was presented in collaboration with DS Smith, a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services in Europe and North America, with coaching from MBA...

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IMP Software, MAT finance specialists.

New product launch by Exeter-based IMP Software

Authored by Phil Smith
Posted: Mon, 06/12/2023 - 2:45pm

Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) will be able to maximise educational success by ensuring the effective deployment of resources and design the best curriculum they can afford, following the launch of Exeter-based IMP Software’s new Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning (ICFP) product.

IMP ICFP enables data-driven conversations between financial and curriculum leadership, supported by real-time visibility; an integrated staffing model where both budgets and curriculum planning through the same staffing dataset remove the need to manually populate data; and, for the first time, multi-...

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Erasmus+ is finally killed off in the UK

Authored by enriqueruc
Posted: Mon, 06/12/2023 - 1:36pm

After the UK under the premiership of Boris Johnson decided to opt out of the Erasmus study scheme with the new deal they eventually forged with the EU and also, despite the European attempts to keep the UK and their institutions in their scheme, the current Erasmus+ projects in UK Education are gradually coming to an end.

Mr Enrique Ruiz Cano was chosen as an Erasmus+ ambassador in late 2021 after his extremely professional commitment to this EU initiative over the last decade, especially in the UK and Spain. He led a network of Primary schools in south Devon including Exeter...

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UK-wide funding boost for STEM learning opportunities in schools

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Thu, 06/08/2023 - 8:50pm

The National Space Academy has announced its participation in Space to Learn, a new scheme funded by the UK Space Agency which is dedicated to improving access to STEM careers and learning opportunities for young people across the UK.

Since 2008, the National Space Academy has been delivering high quality curriculum-focused masterclasses which use space as an inspirational context to excite the next generation about the possibilities offered by STEM subjects.

The Space to Learn project means that these opportunities, along with careers conferences and space camps, will...

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Revolutionizing the Industry: The Evolution and Impact of Interior Design Software

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Wed, 06/07/2023 - 8:16am
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The interior design industry has undergone a significant transformation with the advent of technology and the rise of interior design software. This powerful tool has revolutionized the way designers conceptualize, visualize, and execute their ideas. From streamlining the design process to enhancing communication and collaboration, interior design software has had a profound impact on the industry. For advanced software solutions, you can consider Foyr. Foyr is an innovative technology company that specializes in providing advanced software solutions for the architecture,...

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University of Exeter introduces Digital Internship Scheme for students

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 05/28/2023 - 7:28am

The University of Exeter has welcomed nine students from a variety of faculties and subjects on its Digital Internship Scheme through its Student Campus Partnership.

The interns will take up the role of Digital Strategy Communication and Engagement Assistants and will support the Digital team with communication and engagement activity for the Digital Strategy and any of its associated products, services, and events, especially those related to the student experience and digital upskilling.

The University of Exeter first launched its 2030 Digital Strategy last year and...

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