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If you are interested in any of the courses I offer or would like to book me to come and deliver some CPD on using blended learning please do get in touch.

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If you would like to take a look around my Moodle site you can login with guest access to view activities etc. .

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holmeschool elearning gcse english language site: log in to the site

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Holmeschool elearning GCSE English Language site: Log in to the site

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Here's a screen-cast in which I talk through how I created and used a Moodlecloud site to deliver GCSE English Language to adult learners as a blended learning course.

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Moodle for blended learning walk through

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A screen-cast walk-through explaining how I use Moodle to deliver GCSE English as blended and distance learning courses.

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An example of a successful GCSE distance learning course.

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An example of a successful GCSE distance learning course.

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Here are 3 short screen-casts, created using Screencast-O-Matic in which I talk you through some key elements of the distance learning GCSE English Language course I created fro PBD.
We had great success with the course consistently getting between 75-100% pass rates.

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This is an interactive resource I created using Thinglink.
I created the original image in Canva & the final assessment was created in iSpring

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Understanding Miss Havisham by Sarah Holmes

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TOUCH this image to discover its story. Image tagging powered by ThingLink

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Tools for blended and distance learning.

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Tools for blended and distance learning.

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A PDF list of a range of tools for effective blended and distance learning.
All links in the document are clickable.

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A site allowing users to create interactive images and videos by adding tags.
You do have to pay a subscription fee!

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Unlike Google forms & Typeform, Wizer.me is an interactive worksheet creation tool aimed directly at the education sector.

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Amaze your students with smarter worksheets. Wizer.me is a platform where teachers build beautiful, engaging online worksheets.

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Mix is a an add-in for PowerPoint which allows to create videos and add interactivity.

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Important: Office Mix was retired on May 1, 2018. For more help, please read the article below.

Just over three years ago we started the Office Mix Preview service to help everyone from educators to business create and share interactive online recordings of their presentations. Thanks to the positive feedback from our fans during the Preview, we are excited to share that we are bringing the best of Office Mix directly into PowerPoint, Microsoft Stream, and Microsoft Forms for Microsoft 365 subscribers on Windows PCs.

This new integrated experience in PowerPoint will remove the need for downloading an add-in. You'll be able to easily access the feature via the Recording tab in PowerPoint after you turn on the feature by customizing your PowerPoint toolbar ribbon.

You will also be able to publish these recordings to Microsoft Stream, which offers a simple way to upload and share videos securely across your organization to improve communication, participation, and learning.

This article contains details on the end-of-service plan for Office Mix Preview. We will continually update this article as more information becomes available.

Frequently asked questions

I'm a current Office Mix user-What does this change mean for me?

The Office Mix site and existing content stored on its servers will be retired according to the following schedule:

October 20, 2017: If you have an existing Office Mix account, you'll still be able to view, edit, publish, download, and delete your existing content. If you have a qualifying* Microsoft 365 work or school account, you can sign in to migrate your mixes as videos to Microsoft Stream. If you don't have access to a Microsoft 365 work or school account, you can download your Mixes as PowerPoint files (.pptx), and you analytics data as Excel files (.xlsx) to save to a storage location of your choosing.

* Microsoft 365 plan features vary by license. See licensing details to learn if you already have access to Microsoft Stream and what features you can use, or to upgrade your plan.

January 1, 2018: You'll no longer be able to sign up as a new user or download the Office Mix add-in from the website. Existing users who already have the Mix add-in installed will still be able to use it to upload, edit, view, and download their existing content.

April 6, 2018: You'll no longer be able to upload new mixes or update existing mixes by using the Office Mix add-in. Please sign in to the Office Mix site to migrate or download all your content.

May 1, 2018: The Office Mix site and all its content will be officially discontinued. The site will no longer be accessible after this date. Any links to your Office Mix content that you previously shared with others will stop working after this date. Additionally, certain add-ins like Quizzes, Apps, and Polls will no longer be available. Microsoft Forms will come to PowerPoint over the next few months to replace quiz interactivity.

What about content that I have already linked from Office Mix to other Web sites?

For users who have embedded or shared content in a Learning Management System using the Office Mix LTI tool, you can embed content using Microsoft Stream. If you want to remove linked content, simply delete the files from your My Mixes page. On May 1, 2018, all Office Mix content and links will stop working, so please make sure to manually update any embedded Mixes on your other Web sites before this date.

What if my Office Mix content exceeds my Microsoft Stream upload storage limit?

If you exceed your available storage limit on Microsoft Stream, the migration of your Office Mix content will be interrupted. Any files that were successfully transferred will remain on your Microsoft Stream account, but any files that couldn't be included won't be backed up and the migration process will stop.

Content migration can be resumed after you have freed up or purchased additional storage space on your Microsoft Stream account. To resume an interrupted migration, sign back in to Office Mix and then start migration again. To learn more about the quotations and limitations for Microsoft Stream, click here.

I am a Microsoft 365 Administrator. What do I need to know?

If you are a Microsoft 365 administrator, you can share this article with your organization.

When will Microsoft Stream support interactive quizzes and analytics?

We are working to bring interactivity to the Microsoft Stream video player so you can build, upload, play back, and share more Mix-like content on Microsoft Stream (that includes quizzes, ability to jump to different parts of the presentation, and more). Over time, we'll enhance the analytics capabilities for videos on Microsoft Stream. For more information about the current capabilities of Microsoft Stream, please click here.

How do I turn on the Recording tab in PowerPoint?

The Recording tab is only available to Microsoft 365 subscribers with the Click-to-Run versions of Microsoft 365 for Windows PC. To turn on the Recording tab of the ribbon:

On the File tab of the ribbon, click Options. In the Options dialog box, click the Customize Ribbon tab on the left. Then, in the right-hand box that lists the available ribbon tabs, select the Recording check box. Click OK. For more information about the PowerPoint Recording tab, see Record a slide show with narration and slide timings.

When will the Recording tab come to PowerPoint for Mac?

Currently, the Recording tab is only available to Microsoft 365 subscribers on Windows PCs. In the future we may consider rolling out these features to other platforms over time.

How do I upload a video to Microsoft Stream?

You can find the upload button at the top of any page or just drag new videos to one of your groups or channels. You can upload multiple videos at the same time and even browse Microsoft Stream while your videos are uploading in the background. In the Microsoft Stream portal, select Create > Upload a video or the "upload" icon from the top navigation bar. Drag and drop or select files from your computer or device. For more information, see Upload a video.

* Microsoft 365 plan features vary by license. See licensing details to learn if you already have access to Microsoft Stream and what features you can use, or to upgrade your plan.

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A site where you can upload your own videos, get videos from YouTube, Vimeo etc. . or edit existing interactive video resources.

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A great screencasting tool which can be used to capture anything on your screen along with audio and webcam images.

Free version allows you to create video up to 15 mins. Paid version costs £12 per year allows unlimited recording time and provides additional editing capabilities.

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We use ScreenPal internally to create and manage all of the videos we share with educators. ScreenPal makes it easy to create videos with a consistent, branded look and feel, and then to share all of those videos from a central repository.

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At ScreenPal, we don't believe that video recording and editing should be difficult, or cost a fortune. Our simple and intuitive tools help you get the job done easily.

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GoConqr is a great site for creating interactive, self-marking quizzes, flashcards, mind maps and slide sets with embedded quizzes. The slide set tool can also be used to create standalone lessons, great for cover lessons, non-subject specialists or an eLearning package.

Can also be used for free by students to create their own revision resources.

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Similar to Google forms but more sophisticated in terms of question types, design etc. .

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Typeform: People-Friendly Forms and Surveys

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Build beautiful, interactive forms - get more responses. No coding needed. Templates for quizzes, research, feedback, lead generation, and more. Sign up FREE.

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The quickest and easiest way to create self-marking worksheets which also provide really valuable data on performance.
Remember to make the first question a short-answer one that asks for the student's name!

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Easily create and share online forms and surveys, and analyze responses in real-time.

Create an online form as easily as creating a document

Select from multiple question types, drag-and-drop to reorder questions, and customize values as easily as pasting a list.

Send polished surveys and forms

Customize colors, images, and fonts to adjust the look and feel or reflect your organization's branding. And add custom logic that shows questions based on answers, for a more seamless experience.

Analyze responses with automatic summaries

See charts with response data update in real-time. Or open the raw data with Google Sheets for deeper analysis or automation.

Create and respond to surveys from anywhere

Access, create, and edit forms on-the-go, from screens big and small. Others can respond to your survey from wherever they are-from any mobile device, tablet, or computer.

Build forms and analyze results together

Add collaborators-just like with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides-to build questions together in real-time. Then analyze results together without having to share multiple versions of the file.

Work with clean response data

Use built-in intelligence to set response validation rules. For example, ensure that email addresses are properly formatted or that numbers fall within a specified range.

Share forms via email, link, or website

It's easy to share forms with specific people or with a broad audience by embedding forms on your website or sharing the links on social media.

Security, compliance, and privacy

Secure by default

We use industry-leading security measures to keep your data safe, including advanced malware protections. Forms is also cloud-native, eliminating the need for local files and minimizing risk to your devices.

Encryption in transit and at rest

All files uploaded to Google Drive or created in Forms are encrypted in transit and at rest.

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Our products, including Forms, regularly undergo independent verification of their security, privacy, and compliance controls.

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Google Forms: Online Form Creator | Google Workspace

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Use Google Forms to create online forms and surveys with multiple question types. Analyze results in real-time and from any device.

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Not strictly a student response system but can be used very effectively as one.
Click below to go to the Padlet homepage

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Spiral is great with adult learners and has additional features that the other student response systems lack.
Click below to go to their homepage where you can learn more and sign up

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Silver Spring, Md. (Tuesday, July 21, 2020) Discovery Education -the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms-today announced the acquisition of Spiral. Based in the United Kingdom, Spiral provides educators a multiuse platform that supports collaborative learning and formative assessment both in the classroom and the remote environment. Terms were not disclosed.

Discovery Education's acquisition of Spiral supports the company's efforts to keep students connected to learning wherever it is taking place. Spiral's product features compliment Discovery Education Experience's curated high-quality content and existing assessment and student collaboration tools. The addition of Spiral's features to the company's flexible K-12 learning platform will give educators even more ways to facilitate instruction, deepen student engagement, and create high-impact student learning experiences.

"Discovery Education is focused on providing school systems outstanding digital services that connect students to learning in and out of the classroom," said Discovery Education Vice President of Corporate Development and Strategy Philip Nanney. "The acquisition of Spiral aligns with our strategy of adding features to our digital services that save educators time and increase student engagement. We look forward to welcoming Spiral to the Discovery Education team."

Spiral is a past winner of the prestigious Common Sense Education Best EdTech Award. Recognized for empowering teachers to create interactive learning experiences either in advance or on the fly, Spiral also enables teachers to probe class understanding in real time through digital multimedia content.

Spiral is the latest acquisition by Discovery Education. In August of 2019, Discovery Education announced the purchase of Inspyro, a provider of leading virtual reality and augmented reality content also based in the United Kingdom.

"Spiral's team is incredibly excited to join Discovery Education," said Hamish Kennedy, Spiral's Founder and CEO. "Discovery Education shares our commitment to connecting students to learning no matter where they are, and we look forward to working closely on that mission with our new colleagues."

For more information about Discovery Education's digital resources and professional learning services, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through Facebook, follow us on Twitter at @DiscoveryEd, or find us on Instagram and Pinterest.

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About Discovery Education
Discovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources, engaging content, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Through its award-winning digital textbooks, multimedia resources, and the largest professional learning network of its kind, Discovery Education is transforming teaching and learning, creating immersive STEM experiences, and improving academic achievement around the globe. Discovery Education currently serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 140 countries and territories. Inspired by the global media company Discovery, Inc., Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and like-minded organizations to empower teachers with customized solutions that support the success of all learners. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.
Contact:
Discovery Education
Stephen Wakefield
Email: swakefield@discoveryed.com
Phone: (202) 316-6615

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Discovery Education Acquires Award-Winning Interactive Learning Platform Spiral

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Quizlet was one of the first student response systems available. Click below to go to Quizlet's homepage which shows you how to get started

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Good for older students, click below to go to Socrative's homepage where you can watch a demo video.

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Login or sign up for free on Socrative - your assessment partner for real-time assessments and instant insights.

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For fast-paced loud, colourful quizzes, Kahoot is great. Click below to go to Kahoot's home page and how-to video

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Create a fun learning game in minutes - we call these 'kahoots'. The format and number of questions is up to you. Add videos, images and diagrams to your questions to amplify engagement.

How to create a kahoot on your computer
How to create a kahoot in the app

Kahoots are best played in a group setting. To join a game, you need a unique PIN. If you're the game host, you need a big screen. Players answer on their own devices, while questions are displayed on a shared screen. In addition to live games, you can also send kahoot challenges that players complete at their own pace - for example, for homework or remote training.
How to play a live kahoot
After a game, encourage players to create and share their own kahoots! With one of our premium plans for schools or business, you can co-create games with your colleagues and save time on finding relevant kahoots for your class or training session.
How to help learners become leaders in class

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A PDF info booklet about creating and using Kahoot