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

The use of electronic voting systems (EVS) in teaching at all levels is increasing as the technology becomes cheaper and easier to use. Although many educators initially take a cynical view of the educational value of such technology, many of those who use EVS express a very positive view of their experiences. This article aims to share these experiences with a wider audience, with a view to encouraging even more widespread use of the technology. The use of EVS by teachers in schools as well as in university settings is considered.

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

Challenge
To support assessment principles. 

Solution
TurningPoint handsets with ResponseCard Anywhere

Benefits
- Pupil and teacher assessment
- Outdoor learning
- Parent voice
- Community cohesion plans

"With ResponseCard Anywhere we've essentially removed the walls from the classroom!"
Catherine Morley, Head Teacher

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

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

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

Challenge
To obtain accurate feedback from healthcare specialists from different fields and with different specialities.

Solution
300 TurningPoint handsets

Benefits
- Working with huge groups
- Agility in conferences
- Continual improvement from feedback

"So far the reaction to TurningPoint has been very positive, and an excellent
way of keeping the group interested in the presentations."
Dr Adam Fox, Honorary Senior Lecturer, King's College

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

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

Challenge
To understand the players' view on team values and culture in order to improve training sessions 

Solution
TurningPoint with ResponseCard Anywhere

Benefits
- Greater team bond
- Shaped the agenda for future training camps
- Agility in training

"TurningPoint allowed me to identify which areas needed work."
Nigel Redman, Elite Coach RFU

Challenge
To enhance participation in training events 

Solution
TurningPoint handsets

Benefits
- Greater group participation
- Instant equality within the room
- More honest answers on tricky subjects

"People can be reticent to give the real answers but with TurningPoint they can express their true opinions in a safe environment."
Fae Longman, IT Training Team Leader