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Using Google Sketchup – from Lifehacker

Lifehacker blog have just posted an article about using Google Sketchup, we have promoted the use of sketchup in DT lessons for a few years now.  Have a read of the article if you would like to see a practical … Continue reading

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Free software for Shropshire schools

All Shropshire schools will be receiving a free licence for Kar2ouche Composer, primary schools will each get a 15 user licence and secondary schools will receive a site licence. All Shropshire primary schools will receive site licences for the following … Continue reading

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MindManager Smart

Free mind mapping software for use across the curriculum and across all Key Stages. As a member of the West Midlands Regional Broadband consortium, all Shropshire schools are eligible for free copies of MindManager Smart. This product has been installed … Continue reading

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The Map Detectives – Urban Mystery (Sherston)

Many schools will already have, and know the value of, the original Map Detectives. This is a new, updated adventure game in the same genre, combining problem solving with map reading and geographical skills. Tweet This Post

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Sudoku problem solving

Why not take advantage of the Sudoku craze sweeping the country to encourage your pupils into problem solving. This BECTa ICT Advice information sheet gives suggestions on how to use an online Sudoku package, which is available to download and … Continue reading

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Macromedia Studio 8 for £75 (+VAT & delivery)

This is the text in a poster I have just received: An exclusive offer for DiDA students The use of digital applications will be critical to the successful completion of the Edexcel suite of DiDA qualifications. The Macromedia Studio 8 … Continue reading

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Tizzy’s Busy Week (Sherston)

This useful CD ROM is aimed at children in the Early Years (aged 3-5), who are just beginning to develop mouse skills and developing confidence in using computers. There are seven activities, based around household chores, which take the children … Continue reading

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