Welcome
In this month’s issue, we cover interactive tools, engagement strategies, and minimal digital expectations for teachers—fostering digital skills and supporting online learning. Stay tuned!
For a full list of our approved platforms and technologies, visit our dedicated blog page.
News
Digital TLA Training
We are currently running a Digital Teaching, Learning & Assessment training programme, offering a range of sessions to help support the curriculum staff in adopting digital technologies.
The sessions run every Tuesday at 16:00 – 17:00 in room S002. To attend a session, just drop in with your laptop – no sign up required. The full schedule can be found here.
Using Quizizz with Teams
Make the most of our recent full-site school license for Quizizz, a fun, gamified quizzing tool, by integrating it with your Teams classes.
Quizizz offers a quick and intuitive way of creating quizzes and interactive lessons, setting accommodations to meet individual needs of your students, accessing detailed feedback reports, and much more. Learn more about Quizizz by accessing our training module on StaffZone.
You can easily import a Microsoft Teams Class into Quizizz:
- Sign in to Quizizz using your Microsoft Account. Head to the Classes tab and select “Import from Microsoft Teams.”
- Choose the classes you want to import, and confirm the sync.
- Assign a quiz by selecting it from your library, clicking “Assign Homework” or “Start Live Quiz,” and choosing your Teams class.
- Students will receive the assignment directly in Teams, and their progress will be tracked automatically.
Top Tips and Resources
Microsoft Quick Guides ‘Math Solver’
Microsoft Quick Guides cover key features and apps within Microsoft 365.
Whether you are new to some of these apps and features or a seasoned veteran, there is always something new to learn. This month’s topic is Math Solver, learn more in our blog.
Edpuzzle
Edpuzzle is a powerful tool for creating interactive video lessons. Teachers can embed questions, notes, and voiceovers to enhance engagement and check understanding. With real-time tracking, auto-grading, intuitive and clean interface, it simplifies assessment and supports personalised learning.
To learn more about Edpuzzle, visit our training module on StaffZone.
Deliver Quality
Minimum expectations outline what content must be included on your LearnZone module pages, or Teams Classes, to ensure a clear and consistent journey for the students and staff.
To see if your LearnZone course pages, or Teams Classes, meet the Minimum Expectations, refer to our guidelines for LearnZone or guidelines for Microsoft Teams, depending on your online learning model.
VR Sessions
Virtual Reality (VR) transforms education by providing immersive, interactive experiences. We offer sessions for the supported programs listed in the file below. We are also happy for staff to research and suggest apps for us to download for them to try.
If you have any questions about the VR sessions, would like to book a session, a demo, or recommend apps to us, contact the Digital Learning Team.
For the full list of currently supported VR apps, access this document.
Help and Support
As always, contact the Digital Learning Team for more information, guidance, and support.