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20 October 2011

Northumbria University

Posted in Case Studies, Universities

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

20 October 2011

Waingels College

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

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

20 October 2011

Darwen Moorland School

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

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

18 October 2011

Worcestershire LA ICT Conference

Posted in Case Studies, Events, Business

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

17 October 2011

West Lothian Council

Posted in Case Studies, Business

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

17 October 2011

Haringey Council

Posted in Case Studies, Events, Business

Helping Haringey's citizens make their voices heard

Challenge
To encourage residents to get involved in the governance process 

Solution
200 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits
- Capturing residents' opinions
- Overcoming language barriers
- Continual improvement from feedback

"TurningPoint means that everyone can have their say without the fear of being embarrassed about speaking in public."
Janette Gedge, Consultation Manager, Communications and Consultancy Unit, Haringey Council

17 October 2011

Field Studies Council

Posted in Universities, Schools

Going outdoors with the Field Studies Council, TurningPoint and ResponseCard Anywhere

Challenge
To engage with groups of students in the harshest environments.

Solution
TurningPoint handsets with ResponseCard Anywhere

Benefits
- Engagement in tricky environments
- Agility
- Further use beyond the courses

"ResponseCard Anywhere changes things dramatically."
Nicholas Lapthorn, Head of Centre

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