This review, commissioned by Becta and carried out by the Early Childhood Research Unit at the University of Warwick, looks at the benefits, opportunities and risks associated with technology use by young children, parents and practitioners in the Early Years Foundation Stage. In particular, the review address the following key questions: What technologies, hardware and…
The project explores the attitudes of 16-18 year olds with Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET) status towards technology and its potential to support their re-engagement in learning which includes formal education and/or training. The findings will help to: better understand the potential of the technology to re-motivate these young people after they have…
In 2003 Becta commissioned two literature reviews to identify the factors which hinder or promote the effective use of ICT by teachers. Barriers This report brings together evidence from a range of sources on the actual and perceived barriers to the uptake of ICT by teachers. It draws on the literature associated with teachers’ use…
In 2003 Becta commissioned two literature reviews to identify the factors which hinder or promote the effective use of ICT by teachers. Barriers This report brings together evidence from a range of sources on the actual and perceived barriers to the uptake of ICT by teachers. It draws on the literature associated with teachers’ use…
This project researched the efficiency and effectiveness of ICT provision through managed services, including offsite solutions, for the schools and FE and skills sectors. Efficiencies included financial, reliability, availability, response and fix times, time savings and benefits for teaching and support staff. The research had five main aims: create a strong evidence base of the…