Driving Technology in Learning

Challenge

To replace an old voting system while ensuring uptake of the new system is higher than before. Solution

TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Agile teaching
• Massive uptake amongst lecturers across the University
• Stimulating group discussions
• Use in staff meetings

"It's important that whenever a member of the teaching staff walks into a room they're instantly familiar and comfortable with all the technology."

Joe Evans, Technical Services Manager, Northumbria University

Happy Zapping in the Classroom: Enhancing teaching and learning with electronic voting systems

The use of electronic voting systems (EVS) in teaching at all levels is increasing as the technology becomes cheaper and easier to use. Although many educators initially take a cynical view of the educational value of such technology, many of those who use EVS express a very positive view of their experiences. This article aims to share these experiences with a wider audience, with a view to encouraging even more widespread use of the technology. The use of EVS by teachers in schools as well as in university settings is considered.

iPods, iPads, TurningPoint and ResponseWare

Challenge
To deploy a voting system in an innovative, mixed ICT environment.
Solution
TurningPoint with ResponseWare

Benefits

• Higher-order thinking
• Cross-curricular applications
• Extra-curricular use

"Using ResponseWare not only stimulated higher-order reasoning but also got everyone involved, from the shy to the vocal."

Steve Beard, Lead ICT Practitioner

TurningPoint passes maths test in Twickenham

Challenge
To encourage pupil participation and meet assessment objectives in maths.
Solution
32 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Whole class engagement
• Engaging classroom discussions
• Individual pupil development plans

"Using TurningPoint meant every pupil's understanding of fractions was individually assessed and the lesson objectives were adjusted immediately to their specific needs."

Maura Cassels, Head of Mathematics, Waldegrave School for Girls

Inspiring discussions with TurningPoint and ResponseWare

Challenge
To use a voting system more often and for richer learning experiences.
Solution
TurningPoint with ResponseWare

Benefits

• Spontaneous use
• Cross-curricular application
• Deeper learning

"I would recommend this to a friend, and for me that's the acid test".

Teresa Gold, Head of ICT

Staff, parents and pupils in Theale explore the limits of TurningPoint

Challenge
To support assessment principles.
Solution
TurningPoint handsets with ResponseCard Anywhere

Benefits

• Pupil and teacher assessment
• Outdoor learning
• Parent voice
• Community cohesion plans

"With ResponseCard Anywhere we've essentially removed the walls from the classroom!"

Catherine Morley, Head Teacher

TurningPoint works hand in hand with whiteboards in Year 5

Challenge
Engaging and assessing a year 5 class.
Solution
TurningPoint handsets with an interactive whiteboard

Benefits

• Pupils stay focused and on task
• Suits 'every corner of the curriculum'
• Performance tracked over time
• Gives young pupils a sense of responsibility

"I think it has huge potential and it fits brilliantly with the government's drive for lessons that are appropriately tailored."

Jane McNally, Year 5 Teacher, St Ambrose's Catholic Primary School

Staff, pupils and parents explore Humanities

Challenge
To prepare pupils for their exams
Solution
TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Full class engagement
• Better class control
• Parent outreach

"I am in love with TurningPoint...the kids loved it and they weren't an easy class!"

Lisa Simpson, Humanities Teacher

How a Hovis advert helps today's students understand the past

Challenge
To make history relevant to students' everyday lives.

Solution
Portable TurningPoint kit

Benefits

• Ability to evaluate effectiveness of lesson
• Engages students in the lesson
• Portability

"TurningPoint facilitates improved learning outcomes."

Ben Walsh, Historical Author

Thought­‐provoking questions shape future strategy

Challenge
To gather views on ICT strategy across a Local Authority
Solution
130 TurningPoint handsets in a live conference

Benefits

• More truthful answers
• Demographics gave richer insights
• An informed ICT strategy

"TurningPoint is instant, thought provoking, and forces everyone to participate, all factors which change the usefulness and shape of the results."

Dave Thompson, Inspector for ICT, Worcestershire LEA

Capturing the views of tomorrow's leaders on BBC Question Time

Challenge
To engage the views of thousands of students in one high profile event
Solution
2,000 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Involving every student in a massive group
• Lively debates and discussions inspired by the votes
• Portability and scalability

"The TurningPoint handsets allowed the audience to interact with key journalists and politicians."

Zandria Pauncefort, Chief Executive, Institute for Citizenship

Handling sensitive topics with ease thanks to TurningPoint

Challenge
To deliver difficult training to 'hard-to-reach' delegates.
Solution
TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Training time-pressured delegates efficiently
• Delivering sensitive topics anonymously
• Assessment data collected centrally

"It has gone very well, the training has been delivered in the way we imagined and staff have told us that they really enjoy it."

Kerry McDaid, HR Adviser, West Lothian Council

Assisting in the fight against allergy

Challenge
To obtain accurate feedback from healthcare specialists from different fields and with different specialities.
Solution
300 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits

• Working with huge groups
• Agility in conferences
• Continual improvement from feedback

"So far the reaction to TurningPoint has been very positive, and an excellent way of keeping the group interested in the presentations."

Dr Adam Fox, Honorary Senior Lecturer, King's College

'Hit the Surf' with TurningPoint and ResponseCard Anywhere

Challenge
To engage with groups of distracted young people on a field-based course at the beach.
Solution
TurningPoint handsets with ResponseCard Anywhere

Benefits

• Engagement in tricky environments
• Agility
• Further use beyond the courses

"ResponseCard Anywhere made a real difference on the day."

Ross MacLeod, Beach Safety Programmes Manager