Can virtual schools benefit primary and secondary students? Not every student can make it to a classroom. Time, location, and life commitments can make it difficult, especially for aspiring students who are also working full- or even part-time. Virtual schools are one answer to these difficulties. They’re not just for [...]
Personalize learning with adaptive classroom technology Personalization is everywhere. Thanks to pervasive data, cloud computing, mobile devices and powerful analytics tools, retailers, service providers, government departments and organizations of all kinds can offer experiences tailored to a user’s individual needs and preferences. It’s a customer-focused world, and savvy schools are [...]
7 reasons why schools still need desktop computers Many schools are issuing tablets and laptops to their students, but are they always the best solution? In many cases, desktop computers are a better bet. Computers have become an important aspect of the classroom experience as schools increasingly issue laptops and [...]
Simple user security strategies for 2018 With the increase in file sharing and user access to work files from home and on the road, staying on top of security has never been more important. Add to that the growth of networks and the sheer number of users accessing a shared [...]
What is security compliance? Being security compliant means your IT protocols follow prevailing local and international industry standards, as well as adhere to any laws that apply in your locality. Examples include adhering to local privacy and security of personal information laws if, for example, you record your customers’ personal [...]
Telemedicine: Bringing healthcare into the 21st century Diagnosing patients remotely is no longer the stuff of sci-fi – it’s an increasingly common reality. Does this mean the days of the humble doctor’s office are over? Here’s what you need to know about telemedicine and how it’s changing the world of [...]
Imagine a classroom where biology students can print and learn from 3D cross-sections of cells and organs. It might sound like something from science fiction, but the technology is already here. In fact, 3D printers have been available since the mid-1990s – and they are now being used to revolutionize education [...]
As the head of IT for a school, it can be frustrating trying to sell cybersecurity to an unrelenting school board that doesn’t see the cost as a priority. This is why it’s vital to demonstrate the benefits of a proactive response to security threats, rather than waiting for an [...]
PC fleet upgrades: What you need to know Are your school’s personal computers getting slow, glitchy or having compatibility issues? All are signs that it could be time for an upgrade. You’re probably wondering about the best time of year to buy new PCs and exactly what you will need. [...]
Digital collaboration: The key to innovation, productivity and results Digital technology might have transformed the modern workplace, but every innovation inevitably throws up its own set of obstacles to overcome. One such challenge is siloing, where an organization’s departments aren’t communicating with each other effectively. When we’re glued to our [...]
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