The EdTech Summit Returns to Birmingham
Published 25th October 2022
The unpredictable nature of the pandemic exposed educators and learners to the amazing capabilities of education technology and its growing importance across the sector.
The rapid speed of change across the sector meant that organisations were forced to review their digital strategies, tools, and software systems.
The now increased use of technology across the sector has opened endless opportunities for education technology. In addition, the recent announcement of the digital and technology standards set out by the Department for Education, means that education institutions must now work towards meeting these standards.
The EdTech Summit returns on Thursday 17th November at the NEC, Birmingham, to bring an unforgettable experience to the EdTech community and aims to educate decision makers on a variety topics across the sector. The summit is dedicated to helping educators examine and align their organisations’ digital infrastructure with teaching and learning goals, for positive pupil outcomes and provides all the guidance and advice required succeed.
The annual show attracts over 500 IT & EdTech Enthusiasts from Primary & Secondary Schools, Multi-Academy Trusts, Colleges, and Universities. Visitors will have access to 10+ hours of CPD accredited content where they can explore a variety of topics, including what EdTech tools and software to prioritise and invest into during the procurement process, understanding the important of a more sophisticated & larger IT networks for a growing institution, learning the implementation of the latest digital & data management strategies and much more.
Attendees will have the chance to hear the latest in education technology updates from the best EdTech Specialists, network face-to-face with fellow peers during the show and in a dedicated networking area with free refreshments.
The EdTech Summit is also co-located with the Schools and Academies Show, the UK’s #1 education policy event for senior leaders, giving you access to the EdTech Trail & The Government Education Village, where representatives from the Department for Education and Education & Skills Funding Agency will be available to answer questions.
Top Speakers Include:
- Kath Moulds Deputy Director - Technology, Ed Tech and Digital Directorate, Department for Education
- James Garnett, Director of IT, United Learning
- Sarah Morgan, Headteacher, Danesfield Primary School
- Professor Christothea Herodotou, Professor of Learning Technologies and Social Justice, Open University
- Anna Crawte, School Improvement Director, HEART Academies Trust
- Jamie Giarraputo, Interim Head of Quality (TLA, Digital TLA & CPD), South Thames Colleges Group
- Dave Leonard, Strategic IT Director, Watergrove Trust (ANME Ambassador)
VIEW THE FULL SPEAKER LIST HERE
Top sessions to look forward to include:
- Meeting Digital and Technology Standards in Schools and Colleges
- Shaping the Digital Future for Schools, Colleges, Universities, and Work
- Hacker-thon: Getting Cyber Ready
- Procuring and Implementing EdTech
- Drowning in Data: Maximising the Use of Data Analytics
- Putting People at the Heart of Digital Transformation
- How Innovation in Education Technology Delivers Better Local Outcomes in Northern Ireland
Each speaker, dedicated to their respected craft across the education sector, will lead in either a keynote session, live debate, discussion, or tailored workshop, ensuring visitors feel empowered, inspired, and ready to implement key techniques, guidance, and resources at the forefront of their institution.
Registration for The EdTech Summit is FREE for those working in schools, multi-academy trusts, charities, and local and central government.
Sign up today to look forward to gaining 7 CPD points, making valuable connections, sourcing the best in technology from EdTech brands.
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