The Northern Grid for Learning Annual Conference 2010, held on the 25th June 2010 at Newcastle, was a great day for all!

Over 140 great delegates, over 30 exciting exhibitors, over 20 amazing sponsors, 10 enthralling workshops and 2 incredible keynote sessions all packed into 1 day!

Mark Hickson wrote an extremely positive summary of the event over at MerlinJohnOnline which highlighted that the conference helping to lift the current feeling of uncertainty in ICT and education by showcasing the amazing use of technology throughout the curriculum.

For those of you who couldn't make it, or for those who want more information about the other workshops that were on during the day, we've compiled a list of presentations and notes from the workshops.

Workshop Presentations & Notes

Workshop 1a - Creativity & Communication Made Accessible Through ICT

Carol Allen
SEN & ICT Advisor, North Tyneside

All learners have the capacity to express their ideas, thoughts and dreams and gain pleasure and enjoymentfrom doing so, but how are...

Mark Hickson has wrote an extremely positive summary of our Annual Conference over at Merlin John Online.

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Mel Philipson, Northern Grid manager, reminded us of the value delivered to schools and local authorities across the region. Approved methods of calculation indicate that the savings and efficiencies amount to more than £7 million. It is important that we recognise this kind of benefit to schools, most especially at a time when funding for ICT is under so much threat. Regional broadband consortia, particularly working together as the National Education Network, are among a now-decreased number of bodies in a position to have a clear-sighted overview of current issues around ICT in education – they should be valued.
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