Government Announces $1.6 Billion Investment For Businesses Going Digital
The federal government has pledged $1.6 billion in tax relief to help boost small businesses, as well as the Australian tech sector. The Technology Investment Boost will reduce costs for small businesses looking to go digital, while the Skills and Training Boost is aimed at helping upskill both new and existing staff. Tech Council of Australia […]
Financing Your School’s 1:1 Technology Program
As our world becomes increasingly dependent on technology, schools are desperately trying to keep pace within the classroom. Most students today don’t even remember a time before smart phones! As a result, schools are introducing more digital tools into their curriculums to strengthen the relationship between their students and the learning content. For many schools, […]
Benefits and Challenges of 1:1 Technology in the Classroom
There’s no doubt that the use of technology in the classroom has grown exponentially in the last decade. In a 2016 study by Pearson Education, 64% of Australia schools stated they were already working towards using majority online resources. Six years later, and access to computing devices has become essential to facilitate learning in both […]
‘Peek Performance’ – Here’s everything you missed from Apple’s March Keynote
Apple has kicked off 2022 by unveiling an array of exciting new products during their Peek Performance keynote. Some of the highlights include a desktop Mac complete with new M1 Ultra processor and Studio Display, the third generation of iPhone SE and fifth generation iPad Air. Read on for a quick recap of all the […]
Apple September 2021 Keynote – What’s New?
In Apple’s September 2021 Keynote ‘California streaming’, the tech giant’s CEO Tim Cook unveiled Apple’s latest product range. The announcement was headlined by the new iteration of the iPhone, and was followed by an introduction of the latest iPads and Apple watches. Read on for a quick recap of Apple’s biggest announcements. iPhone 13 The […]
Chromebooks vs iPads in the Classroom
As the demand for technology increases in classrooms, the Chromebook vs iPad debate has been an ongoing discussion for schools and parents seeking to make the best technological choices for the development of their students and children. Chromebooks and iPads are currently the forerunners when it comes to portable devices in the classrooms, and each […]
iPad OS 15 – What’s New?
Apple recently announced the latest version of operating systems for both iOS and iPadOS, so what new features can we expect? The new features are set to help user productivity, improve FaceTime experiences, bring more intelligence to photos and searches, apply new privacy controls to protect user information, and much more! Continue reading for a […]
The Best STEAM Products for Teachers
STEAM (meaning Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) education is an essential and fundamental part of a student’s journey through their schooling years. Thus, it is vitally important that teachers nurture and develop their interest in STEAM in ways that are engaging, fun, and creative. The following products are designed and dedicated to promoting learning […]
The Best Learning Apps for Teachers 2021
If you can dream it, there’s probably an app for it. In fact, there are thousands of apps specifically focussed on the education sector, so how do you decide which ones to introduce to your classroom? As tablets and iPads become an increasingly popular medium for learning in schools, it’s important to stay up to […]
9 Essential Smartphone Security Tips
We live in world where our entire lives can be accessed through our phones. Think of all the personal information that is stored on your device; photos, banking details, names and addresses, work/personal emails, social media profiles, and geolocation that tracks your every movement. It’s no conspiracy that apps are stealing and selling your data, […]