Explore what's new in Education, as we take a deep dive into the latest trends and topics

We have teamed up with the guys at EduFuturists to bring you all the latest in the world of Education. Check out our podcast recordings and blogs below, to discover our thoughts on the top industry trends this year.


What is Education 4.0?



Derived from the term ‘Industry 4.0’, Education 4.0 is an attempt to reflect the change in industry and society over the last 250 years, and bring to the forefront a recognition that education needs to keep up with the new digital era. Texthelp’s Education Strategist, Paddy McGrath, met with the Edufuturists to discuss what this means for students, as we enter the fourth industrial revolution.

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Further reading

If you would like to explore more, we’ve also put together some light reading, so grab a cuppa and check out our blogs...

Education 4.0 - Driving the change the industry needs
What does the college of the future look like?

Supporting remote learning



To bring you some useful tips and advice on remote learning environments, we reached out to Rachel Coathup, an Education Technology Trainer and Google Certified Trainer and Innovator, to join our conversation with the Edufuturists. Discover their thoughts on the opportunities that remote learning can bring, and what support resources they advise to help those that are new to the concept.

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Further reading

If you would like to explore more from the Edufuturists on the topic of distance learning and the opportunities of edtech, check out their guest blog...

Supporting remote learning

Accessible remote learning



As the shift to remote learning brings concerns around accessibility to the fore, we invited Eilidh McKay, a Scottish educator, Google Certified Trainer and accessibility advocist to join the Edufuturists. Hear their discussion on the tools & resources that can help bridge inequalities in access to education and why the focus needs to be on supporting all students during this transition.

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Further reading

To find out more from the Edufuturists on making remote learning accessible to all, read their guest blog to explore how EdTech can support accessibility by design, rather than default…

Accessibility by design

Lockdown and beyond



Our CEO, Martin McKay, joined the Edufuturists to discuss Texthelp’s story and why we're committed to enhancing the learning experiences of all. Including why he thinks the surge in teachers turning to EdTech tools to support remote learning, is shaping the future of education. Discussing how a digital future within education will not only address inequalities but help to engage all students in learning.

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Further reading


Hear more from the Edufuturists on why we should be embracing the new normal that Coronavirus has created for education, by reading their guest blog below...

Return to the new normal

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