A few years ago, Sam was a French teacher, but after he started teaching some ICT and got an insight into the world of digital education, he joined Technocamps’ VTCT Technoteach course. He pursued a role in the ICT department and a lot has changed for him since! The course made him appreciate the different ways computer science can be … Read More
Improving Digital Teaching at our Education Conference
We recently welcomed over 100 attendees to our 2021 Education Conference, both in-person at the Swansea.com Stadium, and via live stream. The aim of the event was to bring Wales’s digital educators together to share best practice, inform on the newest curriculum changes and promote the available support to them. It is essential that both primary and secondary school teachers … Read More
Swansea Science Festival is a Big Hit
Last weekend, we explored innovations and ground-breaking moments through history at Swansea Science Festival. We worked with BBC Bitesize’s Grace Webb to offer exclusive virtual STEM sessions to pupils across Wales. Participants were taken on a journey through the ages, exploring innovative and ground-breaking moments throughout the history of machines with the help of Grace and her very own motorbike! … Read More
Newsbyte: Autumn 2021
Welcome to our Autumn 2021 newsletter! This year is well and truly flying by and the new academic year is underway. As always, get in touch if there is anything we can help you with. Here’s what we have been up to since the last edition. In the meantime, follow our social media channels (@technocamps) to keep up with what we’re … Read More
16 Tips to Protect Yourself from Cyber Security Risks and Threats
Many pupils and parents have had to use a number of devices to access materials for home learning over the last 18 months, from laptops and tablets to mobile phones and games consoles. These devices are often used for school, as well as for personal use, meaning people often spend the majority of their day using the same device. With … Read More
Free Adobe Creative Cloud training for teachers
Adobe is offering a free live Autumn Camp for educators who are looking to improve their digital skills. The free LIVE Autumn Camp offers four learning tracks for teachers through live online courses with AdobeCreative Cloud. This series of courses aims to provide teachers with high-quality professional developmentdesigned to build their confidence teaching digital skills and projects in their classrooms. … Read More
Free STEM Workshops for Schools in Wales
Our very popular STEM and Computer Science workshops for schools have been used to support the digital curriculum for years, and they can be delivered virtually or in-person, depending on your school’s needs. All workshops are fully funded through support from the Welsh Government. Unplugged workshops – no computer is needed Brain Games | 2 x 1 hour sessions This … Read More
GiST: Forensic and Crime Scene Investigation
We are excited to invite female pupils in Years 8 and 9 to attend a full day of workshops at Bridgend College’s brand new STEAM Academy! The free in-person event is in partnership with Bridgend College STEAM Academy and the National Digital Exploitation Centre. We will introduce participants to a variety of Forensic Investigation skills including Digital Forensics, Steganography, Fingerprinting … Read More
WiST Webinar | LinkedIn: You’re Virtually the Best
Our WiST events are aimed at women in the technology sector (or with a keen interest in the industry) to learn from other inspirational women and network with like-minded people. All events are entirely free thanks to funding support from the Welsh Government’s European Social Fund. Our next event will take place via Zoom between 11.45am-1.15pm on Friday 3rd December. … Read More
Swansea Science Festival: Incredible Innovation
Join us at Swansea Science Festival as we explore innovations and ground-breaking moments through history. This year, for the first time, Swansea Science Festival is inviting you and your class to be a part of its very first Schools Programme designed to invigorate and inspire pupils nationwide by exploring the breath-taking world of innovation! You will receive an exciting resource … Read More