Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I work at Swansea University as an Assessment and Awards Officer. My role specifically involves monitoring, overseeing, and providing guidance on academic integrity and academic misconduct, including procedures, processes, and training. How did you get started working with Technocamps? I saw the courses advertised on the Swansea University Yammer feed. Which … Read More
Case Study: Jessica Lewis
Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I’m currently an ICT and Computer Science teacher at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe, about to begin my tenth year in education. I spent the first four years of my teaching career in a primary school before transitioning to secondary in 2020. Teaching Computer Science through the medium of Welsh is … Read More
Case Study: Alexia Bowler
Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I am a senior lecturer in the School of Culture and Communication. I teach English language and film, and research film, particularly Jane Campion’s films. How did you get started working with Technocamps? I heard of Technocamps from one of my colleagues. I realised that this would be helpful not only … Read More
Celebrating Welsh Language and Innovation at Eisteddfod yr Urdd
We were thrilled to return to the Maes for this year’s Eisteddfod yr Urdd, hosted right on our doorstep in the beautiful Margam Park. The week-long festival brought together thousands of young people, families, and schools from across Wales to celebrate creativity, culture, and community. Despite the rain, thousands of visitors flocked to the GwyddonLe Science Tent, where we were … Read More
Case Study: Roeman Kirmse
Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I started my industrial career at 17 when I was lucky enough to be taken on as a mechanical apprentice at Trostre works. I held a number of positions at Trostre, ranging from line production operative through to technical day team. This was where I found a use for my passion … Read More
Championing inclusion in STEM: Technocamps wins big at SheCanCode STEM Educator Awards
We are delighted to be celebrating a double win at the SheCanCode STEM Educator Awards, taking home top honours in Not-For-Profits in STEM Education and STEM Role Model. The awards recognise our dedication to making STEM education more inclusive and inspiring more women and girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Funded by the Welsh Government, our impact … Read More
Inspiring the Next Generation at Girls on Track
We were delighted to be invited to run a workshop at the inspiring Girls on Track event last year at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David. Learners took part in a day packed with engaging, hands-on workshops that introduced them to the exciting and diverse opportunities available within the world of motorsport! 👉 You can watch the video to … Read More
Micro:bit – The Next Gen: Technocamps Empowers Practitioners Across Wales
Throughout February and March 2025, we proudly delivered a series of professional learning events across Wales to support the BBC and micro:bit Foundation’s micro:bit – the next gen campaign. The hands-on training sessions were tailored for upper primary and lower secondary practitioners, providing them with the tools and confidence to bring cutting-edge computing into their classrooms. It was great to … Read More
Case Study: Ffion Williams
Tell us a little about yourself and your work. I am currently a teacher at a Welsh-medium secondary school, where I teach Digital Technology and Computer Science. This marks my 9th year in education, having retrained as a teacher after gaining experience working for a large local insurance company. How did you get started working with Technocamps? As part of … Read More
Case Study: Rachel Roberts
Tell us a little about yourself and your work. My name is Rachel Roberts, and I have been working at Gowerton School for the past nine years. I am the DCF (Digital Competency Framework) Coordinator and teach Computer Science across Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. One of my key personal goals is to increase the uptake of Computer Science … Read More