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25 March 2012

Unlock Student Achievement - a presentation on TurningPoint

Posted in Case Studies, Universities, Schools

Our presenter at BETT 2012 took audiences through the experience of using TurningPoint while also explaining how it can help you in your classroom. If you missed the show, or if the brochure doesn't do it for you, then why not stick the kettle on and sit down for 12 minutes while you catch up?

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09 January 2012

Meet 10 A Day - Proven to Increase Achievement

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

Meet Linda Mikels and her proven 10 A Day program to increase student learning using Effective Schools research and response technology. This isn't a domestic UK case study but Linda's message is universally important if you want to improve your experience in the classroom.

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20 October 2011

University of Surrey

Posted in Universities

Redefining the role of students in lectures

Challenge
To improve the student learning experience in traditional lectures

Solution
TurningPoint pilot project and lecturer training

Benefits
- Deeper student learning
- Increased student discussion
- Support for peer-assessment principles

"The TurningPoint RF system impressed us the most, meeting all of our key criteria and was therefore selected as our electronic voting system of choice."
Paul Burt, Learning Technologist, University of Surrey

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20 October 2011

Waldegrave School for Girls

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

TurningPoint passes maths test in Twickenham

Challenge
To encourage pupil participation and meet assessment objectives in maths. 

Solution
32 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits
- Whole class engagement
- Engaging classroom discussions
- Individual pupil development plans

"Using TurningPoint meant every pupil's understanding of fractions was individually assessed and the lesson objectives were adjusted immediately to their specific needs."
Maura Cassels, Head of Mathematics, Waldegrave School for Girls

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20 October 2011

St Ambrose Primary School

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

TurningPoint works hand in hand with whiteboards in Year 5

Challenge
Engaging and assessing a year 5 class.

Solution
TurningPoint handsets with an interactive whiteboard

Benefits
- Pupils stay focused and on task
- Suits 'every corner of the curriculum'
- Performance tracked over time
- Gives young pupils a sense of responsibility

"I think it has huge potential and it fits brilliantly with the government's drive for lessons that are appropriately tailored."
Jane McNally, Year 5 Teacher, St Ambrose's Catholic Primary School

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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

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20 October 2011

Using a TV advert to teach history

Posted in Case Studies, Schools

How a Hovis advert helps today’s students understand the past

Challenge
To make history relevant to students' everyday lives.

Solution
Portable TurningPoint kit

Benefits
- Ability to evaluate effectiveness of lesson
- Engages students in the lesson
- Portability

“TurningPoint facilitates improved learning outcomes.”
Ben Walsh, Historical Author

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17 October 2011

RNLI Lifeguards

Posted in Case Studies, Schools, Business

‘Hit the Surf’ with TurningPoint and ResponseCard Anywhere

Challenge
To engage with groups of distracted young people on a field-based course at the beach. 

Solution
TurningPoint handsets with ResponseCard Anywhere

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

"ResponseCard Anywhere made a real difference on the day."
Ross MacLeod, Beach Safety Programmes Manager

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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

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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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11 July 2011

Age NI

Posted in Case Studies, Events

A powerful voice for older people in Northern Ireland

Challenge
To engage with 600 older people across Northern Ireland while launching the new Age NI brand.

Solutions
TurningPoint handsets at 13 launch events.

Benefits
- A voice for all
- Instant results
- Easy access to data
- Massive time savings

"TurningPoint worked without fuss...and gave everyone speed and clarity".
Maura McClean, Project Manager, Age NI
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