Archive for July, 2009

OGC’s PRINCE2 2009

The Office of Government Commerce launched a new, updated version of PRINCE2 on Tuesday 16 June 2009 in London, England. The launch event, which was streamed live, included an introduction from Nigel Smith, Chief Executive of the OGC, plus an overview from Lead Author Andy Murray and Chief Examiner Emma Jones. For additional videos and [...]

What is a Learning Platform?

Thanks go to Microsoft’s Ray Fleming for sharing this video on his superb Schools’ Blog. If no video is displayed, it’s probably because YouTube is blocked by your establishment’s web filtering policy. Sorry!

Five Minutes With: Tony Benn

“It’s very important to remember that teaching is the key thing. History is made by teachers and movements, not by political leaders; they come and go.” While I don’t always share Tony Benn’s political views, I have great admiration for a man who has consistently defended and argued for what he believes in.

The Coolest Curriculum Vitae

At the EduGeek Conference back in May 2009, Willian Townsend from Special Agent explained to delegates how to construct a professional looking CV. The chap who created the résumé below has taken William’s advice to the next level! Thanks go to Steve Clayton for sharing.

USB Stick: Don’t Lose It!

While this video offers a light-hearted view of the loss of USB sticks, it does serve as a reminder that they do go missing. If you work in a school please, please, please don’t store children’s information on USB sticks. If you don’t have access to secure on-line file storage, ask your IT provider/local government [...]

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