Welcome to a VERY special two-part edition of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders, where we pause to reflect on the standout themes and powerful ideas shaping the future of education technology. This week’s EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders is the conclusion of the two-part episode, highlighting some of the leading ideas from the series so far. We turn attention to students’ learning, exploring how their understanding of tech & AI plays into EdTech strategies, and the role o...

Welcome to a VERY special two-part edition of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders, where we pause to reflect on the standout themes and powerful ideas shaping the future of education technology. In this first part, we shine a spotlight on teachers, exploring how EdTech and AI are not just revolutionising student learning, but transforming the teaching experience itself. Duncan guides us through a dynamic selection of best bits from across the series so far, with pointers on not...

At a time where industry titans like Jaguar Land Rover and M&S can be hit by cyber attacks, safe implementation of tech systems should be a top priority for ALL schools. The Dean Trust’s Mike Ward has been instrumental in leading a strategy which sees a trust capable of implementing safe, smart technologies in just 48 hours… Working at speed is one thing, but bringing students, parents and educators along on that journey is another, so join us on EdTech Unwrapped to explore how The Dean T...

As with all new EdTech, we need to consider two things: its impact in the classroom, and its impact on students’ brains - for better, and for worse… As this week’s guest on EdTech Unwrapped warns, digital tools are able to create a sense of ‘cognitive offload’ which switches off students’ critical thought processes. Dare Pitan is the Digital Education Lead at the University of Birmingham Dubai, and this week he takes us through how students and educators are shaping a strategy which enhances ...

What does it take to make the huge migration from one EdTech ecosystem to another? How do you bring everyone together for that transition, and leave no student or teacher behind? Chrishantha Dias is Director of IT at North London Collegiate School Dubai, and as he headed up their school's journey from Microsoft to Google, the focus on teacher involvement and strategies for overcoming resistance during the transition was second-to-none. Join Chrish in conversation with Duncan on EdTech U...

The Creative Education Trust is pioneering technology adoption across 17 schools, and it’s the collaboration between each which drives EdTech forward for all. Ash Mudaliar, Director of IT and EdTech at the trust, joins us for a dive into their strategies for empowering countless students and educators across the country. We’ll explore frameworks for tech adoption, how to inspire teachers’ confidence, and how individual schools sharing their experiences can filter through to an entire trust. T...

What does it mean to truly prepare students and teachers for a world shaped by digital innovation and AI? O’Dea High School is building digital literacy from the ground up, training educators to thrive alongside their students, fluent in the tech that matters most. David Olinger, Director of Digital Strategy, joins us on EdTech Unwrapped with his candid insights on the challenges and opportunities of AI in the classroom, leaders’ roles in tech adoption, and why wellbeing remains at the heart ...

The 3-18 Education Trust has a huge role in unifying their schools’ approach to EdTech, and heading up that mammoth task is Director of IT, Tim Goodman! Harnessing data to create a better environment for teachers and learners has never been more possible, but only when schools are empowered as they are within the trust… So join Tim, chatting with Duncan Verry, and explore what turns data points into progress, and how collaboration and passion transforms classrooms across the trust’s schools! ...

The Wisconsin Dells is a rural district with a unique draw for tourists, so how does a small school district use technology to make a splash? Hugh Gaston is the fantastic Director of Digital Learning and Technology, and with his unique journey from Principal to tech leader, he’s able to bridge the gap between the sceptics and the innovators! Join us to explore how the School District of Wisconsin Dells has set its sights on a horizon of innovation in this week’s EdTech Unwrapped… This e...

Vision 2030 is Saudi Arabia’s bold educational outlook for the territory, but how does an entire country coordinate its efforts to revolutionise education? Dr Nasser Aluwaishiq is on the cutting edge of how EdTech integrates with the human-driven schooling that’s core to a balanced curriculum. He brings us an inside look at how students are being prepared for a broad, diverse future, and how teachers can be best equipped to deliver that vision… This episode covers Vision 2030 at the heart of ...

In this very special episode of EdTech Unwrapped, we're joined by not one, but three guests to dive deep into technological transformation across Southeast Asia’s classes! From personalised learning experiences to shifting value towards skills rather than knowledge, this week’s episode features the keen insight of Jeanne Denyer, Thanbeer Kaur & Osama Younes - all members of the Bett Asia Advisory Board. This episode covers Schools’ rapid embrace of tech change in Southeast AsiaEthical and...

Marlo Gaddis has been an educational tour de force throughout her career, which paid dividends when Covid put her skills as a CTO to full use… The Wake County Public School System adapted to the time, but the REAL work began long before that… This week’s EdTech Unwrapped draws on Marlo’s remarkable expertise to explore how to introduce personalised learning, technology’s limits in doing so, and why AI shouldn’t be the scapegoat for cheating in modern schooling! This episode covers How C...

In our working lives, we’re always using the sum total of our knowledge, so how can we make all the STEM subjects dance together in the classroom too? From student-led initiatives to integrated lesson planning, Kelli List Wells and Jeff Huart have a plethora of uses for EdTech in crafting the integrated curriculum of the future! Explore how STEM is being transformed to prepare students for tomorrow’s world, in today’s episode of EdTech Unwrapped. This episode covers Integrated STEM education,...

Educational strategy in Saudi Arabia is undergoing a HUGE transformation, and Ibrahim Alotaibi is central to its tech-driven vision for the future… From AI-native students to innovative feedback channels, his work with Talemia as General Director of Strategy gives us a glimpse into the next-gen approach to teaching - join us on EdTech Unwrapped as we venture into the classroom of 2030! This episode covers The Vision 2030 transformation of education in Saudi ArabiaAn increasing embrace of digi...

We’ve heard from school professionals in remote locations, but maybe none quite so secluded as the Shetland Islands… Being a self-sufficient system in a region with 23,000 inhabitants presents unique and fascinating educational challenges for Neil Beattie and the Shetland Islands Council. On EdTech Unwrapped this week, we explore the lifestyle of such a close-knit community, and how collaboration is central to their school system. This episode covers The challenges with education on remote is...

Students with autism are too often left without a voice - that’s a challenge for which Renad Academy has some exemplary solutions… Over the school’s 9 years, they’ve become Qatar’s shining beacon of SEN learning, thanks in no small part to this week’s guest, Curriculum Coordinator Joe Norton! Join us as we explore how to best accommodate students with autism, the essential personalisation that helps them to connect, and the future prospects that Renad Academy creates for its students. T...

Struggling schools have become beacons of excellence in Sharjah, and behind such transformation has been a new, exciting, dynamic organisation called SPEA! The Sharjah Private Education Authority is creating collaboration and growth, thanks to our guest this week, Ziad Shatat, who’s their Director of Continuous Development. Join us this week to explore how SPEA handles such a diverse educational landscape, builds trust with school leaders, and creates human-led tech experiences. This episode ...

Tech is a transformative tool for learners and educators alike, but in the midst of digital evolution, no one can be left behind. As AI continues to empower classrooms in Texas, Dr Mary Jane Hetrick takes us behind how they’re nurturing creativity, critical thinking and technical expertise across the board! This episode covers Technology's role in personalised learning, creating individualised learning programmesThe importance of peer-to-peer learning and dedicated technology training f...

Dr Mechiel Rozas is not your ordinary Superintendent, because the organisation she heads up is Not Your Ordinary School… This charter school in Texas is reimagining learning for a huge roster of students, and using technology at scale as a strategic partner in the education process. Dr Rozas joins us on EdTech Unwrapped as we share how charter schools can unlock unprecedented experiences, how NYOS deploys tech across such a wide workforce, and the unique logistical challenges they’re overcomi...

The genie’s out of the bottle with AI in education, but how will technology create more human experiences for learners? John Jones is the Director of Innovation at RGS Worcester, and in EdTech Unwrapped he reveals how schools are transforming learning through smart technology integration and AI literacy on an international scale. Discover how to overcome teacher resistance to new tech, and gain insights into responsible AI use in classrooms - unlock the future of education in this game-...