Mark Anderson FCCT
@ictevangelist.bsky.social
Award-winning AI and Digital Strategist, Keynote Speaker and Author of the #1 best-selling #EdTechPlaybook. I work with schools and trusts providing consultancy and training. If you'd like me to help you, get in touch! Also, Head of Education at NetSupport
👩🏽🏫 Tell me you're a teacher without telling me you're a teacher...
This was the premise which focused myself and @kcauchi.bsky.social in our article we penned together for #RISEEduMag.
Have a quick look and tell me if you recognise yourself at all!
www.riseedumag.com/20-things-yo...
This was the premise which focused myself and @kcauchi.bsky.social in our article we penned together for #RISEEduMag.
Have a quick look and tell me if you recognise yourself at all!
www.riseedumag.com/20-things-yo...
June 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
👩🏽🏫 Tell me you're a teacher without telling me you're a teacher...
This was the premise which focused myself and @kcauchi.bsky.social in our article we penned together for #RISEEduMag.
Have a quick look and tell me if you recognise yourself at all!
www.riseedumag.com/20-things-yo...
This was the premise which focused myself and @kcauchi.bsky.social in our article we penned together for #RISEEduMag.
Have a quick look and tell me if you recognise yourself at all!
www.riseedumag.com/20-things-yo...
Well this is a lovely thing to wake up to! Mine and @ollylewisedu.bsky.social #EdTechPlaybook is a number one best-selling book!
Want your copy? Head over to bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Thanks to Al Kingsley MBE for pointing it out!
Want your copy? Head over to bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Thanks to Al Kingsley MBE for pointing it out!
May 11, 2025 at 6:48 AM
Well this is a lovely thing to wake up to! Mine and @ollylewisedu.bsky.social #EdTechPlaybook is a number one best-selling book!
Want your copy? Head over to bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Thanks to Al Kingsley MBE for pointing it out!
Want your copy? Head over to bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Thanks to Al Kingsley MBE for pointing it out!
I'm so thrilled with the response to The #EdTechPlaybook! Have you got your copy yet?!
Grab a copy here ▶️ bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Grab a copy here ▶️ bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
May 7, 2025 at 12:25 PM
I'm so thrilled with the response to The #EdTechPlaybook! Have you got your copy yet?!
Grab a copy here ▶️ bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Grab a copy here ▶️ bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
Happy #EdTechPlaybook launch day! #MayTheFourth be with you!
BIG 📣 shout out 📣 to @ollylewisedu.bsky.social! We made it!!
Our launch party features contributors @darcyprior.bsky.social @pmcgrathedu.bsky.social & @alkingsley.bsky.social!
⬇️ Tune in 3 pm BST ⬇️
www.linkedin.com/events/73214...
BIG 📣 shout out 📣 to @ollylewisedu.bsky.social! We made it!!
Our launch party features contributors @darcyprior.bsky.social @pmcgrathedu.bsky.social & @alkingsley.bsky.social!
⬇️ Tune in 3 pm BST ⬇️
www.linkedin.com/events/73214...
May 4, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Happy #EdTechPlaybook launch day! #MayTheFourth be with you!
BIG 📣 shout out 📣 to @ollylewisedu.bsky.social! We made it!!
Our launch party features contributors @darcyprior.bsky.social @pmcgrathedu.bsky.social & @alkingsley.bsky.social!
⬇️ Tune in 3 pm BST ⬇️
www.linkedin.com/events/73214...
BIG 📣 shout out 📣 to @ollylewisedu.bsky.social! We made it!!
Our launch party features contributors @darcyprior.bsky.social @pmcgrathedu.bsky.social & @alkingsley.bsky.social!
⬇️ Tune in 3 pm BST ⬇️
www.linkedin.com/events/73214...
Language is powerful. It shapes the way we think, feel, and ultimately, what we do. When it comes to #AiInEducation why do we speak differently? My latest infographic aims to change that language and hopefully, culture. Check it out: bit.ly/reframinglan... #AiInEdu #EdTech
April 29, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Language is powerful. It shapes the way we think, feel, and ultimately, what we do. When it comes to #AiInEducation why do we speak differently? My latest infographic aims to change that language and hopefully, culture. Check it out: bit.ly/reframinglan... #AiInEdu #EdTech
I am beyond thrilled to finally have a copy of #TheEdTechPlaybook in my hands. It goes live on May 4th and @ollylewisedu.bsky.social and I are holding a launch party. Fancy it? I'll pop the link in replies if you'd like to join us and some special guests! #EdTech #AiInEdu #AiInEducation
April 25, 2025 at 3:45 PM
I am beyond thrilled to finally have a copy of #TheEdTechPlaybook in my hands. It goes live on May 4th and @ollylewisedu.bsky.social and I are holding a launch party. Fancy it? I'll pop the link in replies if you'd like to join us and some special guests! #EdTech #AiInEdu #AiInEducation
If you haven't noticed, the #EdTechPlaybook is available from May 4th. Today, we spotlight a review (and in keeping with the May 4th launch date theme) from the brilliant @jillberry102.bsky.social of the book.
Pre-order your copy here: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#AiInEdu #AiInEducation #EdTech
Pre-order your copy here: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#AiInEdu #AiInEducation #EdTech
April 15, 2025 at 9:03 AM
If you haven't noticed, the #EdTechPlaybook is available from May 4th. Today, we spotlight a review (and in keeping with the May 4th launch date theme) from the brilliant @jillberry102.bsky.social of the book.
Pre-order your copy here: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#AiInEdu #AiInEducation #EdTech
Pre-order your copy here: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#AiInEdu #AiInEducation #EdTech
Normal service will return soon but for now, it’s R&R, lovely Welsh blue skies in Pembrokeshire and the coffee’s not bad either. Whilst digital is amazing, it’s important to remember that the OG is analogue and it’s good for us!
April 6, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Normal service will return soon but for now, it’s R&R, lovely Welsh blue skies in Pembrokeshire and the coffee’s not bad either. Whilst digital is amazing, it’s important to remember that the OG is analogue and it’s good for us!
📅 Sunday – Day 7: Site & Facilities
🛠️ Use Gemini to create maintenance plans. Copilot can draft risk assessments. AI supports action, you stay in control.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
🛠️ Use Gemini to create maintenance plans. Copilot can draft risk assessments. AI supports action, you stay in control.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
April 6, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Sunday – Day 7: Site & Facilities
🛠️ Use Gemini to create maintenance plans. Copilot can draft risk assessments. AI supports action, you stay in control.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
🛠️ Use Gemini to create maintenance plans. Copilot can draft risk assessments. AI supports action, you stay in control.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📅 Saturday – Day 6: Marketing & Comms
📣 Use Gemini to brainstorm campaigns. Copilot can repurpose content into newsletters or social posts. AI = time saved, message clear.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📣 Use Gemini to brainstorm campaigns. Copilot can repurpose content into newsletters or social posts. AI = time saved, message clear.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
April 5, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Saturday – Day 6: Marketing & Comms
📣 Use Gemini to brainstorm campaigns. Copilot can repurpose content into newsletters or social posts. AI = time saved, message clear.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📣 Use Gemini to brainstorm campaigns. Copilot can repurpose content into newsletters or social posts. AI = time saved, message clear.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📅 Friday – Day 5: Finance & Budgeting
📊 Copilot can analyse spreadsheets. Gemini drafts emails like reminders or receipts. Stick to trusted platforms to protect data.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📊 Copilot can analyse spreadsheets. Gemini drafts emails like reminders or receipts. Stick to trusted platforms to protect data.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
April 4, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Friday – Day 5: Finance & Budgeting
📊 Copilot can analyse spreadsheets. Gemini drafts emails like reminders or receipts. Stick to trusted platforms to protect data.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📊 Copilot can analyse spreadsheets. Gemini drafts emails like reminders or receipts. Stick to trusted platforms to protect data.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenerativeAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📅 Thursday – Day 4: Recruitment Support
💼 Gemini can write inclusive job ads. Copilot can draft social posts to promote vacancies. Stay in your school’s secure AI environment.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
💼 Gemini can write inclusive job ads. Copilot can draft social posts to promote vacancies. Stay in your school’s secure AI environment.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
April 3, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Thursday – Day 4: Recruitment Support
💼 Gemini can write inclusive job ads. Copilot can draft social posts to promote vacancies. Stay in your school’s secure AI environment.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
💼 Gemini can write inclusive job ads. Copilot can draft social posts to promote vacancies. Stay in your school’s secure AI environment.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📅 Wednesday – Day 3: Safeguarding Triage
🛡️ Use Copilot or Gemini to generate incident summaries or timelines (with no personal data). Quick insight, no compromise on safety.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
🛡️ Use Copilot or Gemini to generate incident summaries or timelines (with no personal data). Quick insight, no compromise on safety.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
April 2, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Wednesday – Day 3: Safeguarding Triage
🛡️ Use Copilot or Gemini to generate incident summaries or timelines (with no personal data). Quick insight, no compromise on safety.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
🛡️ Use Copilot or Gemini to generate incident summaries or timelines (with no personal data). Quick insight, no compromise on safety.
#EdTech #TopTips #SupportStaff #GenAI #SupportStaffWeek #EduSky
📅 Monday – Day 1 of #SupportStaffWeek on my daily #TopTips
🎯 This week’s focus: how GAI can save time & boost efficiency for non-teaching staff.
📄 Today’s tip: Use Copilot or Gemini to summarise anonymised HR case files into key actions and timelines. Fast, focused, and GDPR-safe.
#EdTech #GenAI
🎯 This week’s focus: how GAI can save time & boost efficiency for non-teaching staff.
📄 Today’s tip: Use Copilot or Gemini to summarise anonymised HR case files into key actions and timelines. Fast, focused, and GDPR-safe.
#EdTech #GenAI
March 31, 2025 at 6:15 AM
📅 Monday – Day 1 of #SupportStaffWeek on my daily #TopTips
🎯 This week’s focus: how GAI can save time & boost efficiency for non-teaching staff.
📄 Today’s tip: Use Copilot or Gemini to summarise anonymised HR case files into key actions and timelines. Fast, focused, and GDPR-safe.
#EdTech #GenAI
🎯 This week’s focus: how GAI can save time & boost efficiency for non-teaching staff.
📄 Today’s tip: Use Copilot or Gemini to summarise anonymised HR case files into key actions and timelines. Fast, focused, and GDPR-safe.
#EdTech #GenAI
🎯 Day 7 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech #TopTips
Focus: Self-regulation & Metacognition
🧠 Use classroom.cloud to support digital focus
🗂️ Reflect with YouHQ or Reflect
Learners need #DigitalCognition, using tech intentionally to think and learn.
📘 Pre-order: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#EdTech #EduSky
Focus: Self-regulation & Metacognition
🧠 Use classroom.cloud to support digital focus
🗂️ Reflect with YouHQ or Reflect
Learners need #DigitalCognition, using tech intentionally to think and learn.
📘 Pre-order: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#EdTech #EduSky
March 30, 2025 at 9:52 AM
🎯 Day 7 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech #TopTips
Focus: Self-regulation & Metacognition
🧠 Use classroom.cloud to support digital focus
🗂️ Reflect with YouHQ or Reflect
Learners need #DigitalCognition, using tech intentionally to think and learn.
📘 Pre-order: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#EdTech #EduSky
Focus: Self-regulation & Metacognition
🧠 Use classroom.cloud to support digital focus
🗂️ Reflect with YouHQ or Reflect
Learners need #DigitalCognition, using tech intentionally to think and learn.
📘 Pre-order: bit.ly/EdTechPlaybook
#EdTech #EduSky
🎯 Day 6 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
Deliberate practice = targeted, feedback-driven learning.
✅ Use @tassomai.com or Century for adaptive practice
✅ Use Teams or Classroom to revisit skills
📢 Tomorrow: self-regulation
🔜 Next week: AI for support staff
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
Deliberate practice = targeted, feedback-driven learning.
✅ Use @tassomai.com or Century for adaptive practice
✅ Use Teams or Classroom to revisit skills
📢 Tomorrow: self-regulation
🔜 Next week: AI for support staff
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
March 29, 2025 at 7:30 AM
🎯 Day 6 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
Deliberate practice = targeted, feedback-driven learning.
✅ Use @tassomai.com or Century for adaptive practice
✅ Use Teams or Classroom to revisit skills
📢 Tomorrow: self-regulation
🔜 Next week: AI for support staff
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
Deliberate practice = targeted, feedback-driven learning.
✅ Use @tassomai.com or Century for adaptive practice
✅ Use Teams or Classroom to revisit skills
📢 Tomorrow: self-regulation
🔜 Next week: AI for support staff
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
🎯 Day 5 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
#Metacognition helps learners learn how to learn.
✅ Use @youhqforschools.bsky.social for reflection
✅ Use Forms or Padlet to monitor progress
✅ Model your own thinking aloud
Based on EEF work (& more) and it works.
#TopTips #EdTech #EduSky
#Metacognition helps learners learn how to learn.
✅ Use @youhqforschools.bsky.social for reflection
✅ Use Forms or Padlet to monitor progress
✅ Model your own thinking aloud
Based on EEF work (& more) and it works.
#TopTips #EdTech #EduSky
March 28, 2025 at 7:29 AM
🎯 Day 5 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
#Metacognition helps learners learn how to learn.
✅ Use @youhqforschools.bsky.social for reflection
✅ Use Forms or Padlet to monitor progress
✅ Model your own thinking aloud
Based on EEF work (& more) and it works.
#TopTips #EdTech #EduSky
#Metacognition helps learners learn how to learn.
✅ Use @youhqforschools.bsky.social for reflection
✅ Use Forms or Padlet to monitor progress
✅ Model your own thinking aloud
Based on EEF work (& more) and it works.
#TopTips #EdTech #EduSky
🎯 Day 4 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
Use Dual Coding to aid memory.
✅ Combine visuals with key text
✅ Use Canva or Adobe Express
✅ Stick to clear layouts & consistent icons
Why? It helps learners connect learning content.
#TopTips #EdTech #DualCoding #UDL #EduSky
Use Dual Coding to aid memory.
✅ Combine visuals with key text
✅ Use Canva or Adobe Express
✅ Stick to clear layouts & consistent icons
Why? It helps learners connect learning content.
#TopTips #EdTech #DualCoding #UDL #EduSky
March 27, 2025 at 7:40 AM
🎯 Day 4 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech
Use Dual Coding to aid memory.
✅ Combine visuals with key text
✅ Use Canva or Adobe Express
✅ Stick to clear layouts & consistent icons
Why? It helps learners connect learning content.
#TopTips #EdTech #DualCoding #UDL #EduSky
Use Dual Coding to aid memory.
✅ Combine visuals with key text
✅ Use Canva or Adobe Express
✅ Stick to clear layouts & consistent icons
Why? It helps learners connect learning content.
#TopTips #EdTech #DualCoding #UDL #EduSky
🎯 Day 3 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech Week
🧠 Reduce Cognitive Load with simple slide design.
✅ Use Morph or Appear to reveal content step-by-step
✅ Ditch clutter
✅ Use ‘B’ or ‘W’ in PPT to refocus attention
#TopTips #EdTech #CognitiveLoad #UDL #EduSky
🧠 Reduce Cognitive Load with simple slide design.
✅ Use Morph or Appear to reveal content step-by-step
✅ Ditch clutter
✅ Use ‘B’ or ‘W’ in PPT to refocus attention
#TopTips #EdTech #CognitiveLoad #UDL #EduSky
March 26, 2025 at 7:29 AM
🎯 Day 3 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech Week
🧠 Reduce Cognitive Load with simple slide design.
✅ Use Morph or Appear to reveal content step-by-step
✅ Ditch clutter
✅ Use ‘B’ or ‘W’ in PPT to refocus attention
#TopTips #EdTech #CognitiveLoad #UDL #EduSky
🧠 Reduce Cognitive Load with simple slide design.
✅ Use Morph or Appear to reveal content step-by-step
✅ Ditch clutter
✅ Use ‘B’ or ‘W’ in PPT to refocus attention
#TopTips #EdTech #CognitiveLoad #UDL #EduSky
🎯 Day 2 of #EvidenceInformedEdTech #TopTips
Today: Feedback that actually moves learning forward.
🎙️ Use Mote, Kaizena or voice notes in Google/Microsoft tools.
💬 Why? Clearer, faster & more personal.
📚 Research says it works – and so do teachers.
#EdTech #FeedbackMatters #EdTech #AIinEDU #EduSky
Today: Feedback that actually moves learning forward.
🎙️ Use Mote, Kaizena or voice notes in Google/Microsoft tools.
💬 Why? Clearer, faster & more personal.
📚 Research says it works – and so do teachers.
#EdTech #FeedbackMatters #EdTech #AIinEDU #EduSky
March 25, 2025 at 6:47 AM
🎯 Day 2 of #EvidenceInformedEdTech #TopTips
Today: Feedback that actually moves learning forward.
🎙️ Use Mote, Kaizena or voice notes in Google/Microsoft tools.
💬 Why? Clearer, faster & more personal.
📚 Research says it works – and so do teachers.
#EdTech #FeedbackMatters #EdTech #AIinEDU #EduSky
Today: Feedback that actually moves learning forward.
🎙️ Use Mote, Kaizena or voice notes in Google/Microsoft tools.
💬 Why? Clearer, faster & more personal.
📚 Research says it works – and so do teachers.
#EdTech #FeedbackMatters #EdTech #AIinEDU #EduSky
🎯 Day 1 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech Week
🧠 Retrieval Practice builds long-term memory.
Why? Quizzing strengthens recall.
How? Use Quizizz, Blooket, Google Forms, or Carousel Qs for regular, low-stakes retrieval.
Based on Roediger & Butler (2011)
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
🧠 Retrieval Practice builds long-term memory.
Why? Quizzing strengthens recall.
How? Use Quizizz, Blooket, Google Forms, or Carousel Qs for regular, low-stakes retrieval.
Based on Roediger & Butler (2011)
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
March 24, 2025 at 6:45 AM
🎯 Day 1 – #EvidenceInformedEdTech Week
🧠 Retrieval Practice builds long-term memory.
Why? Quizzing strengthens recall.
How? Use Quizizz, Blooket, Google Forms, or Carousel Qs for regular, low-stakes retrieval.
Based on Roediger & Butler (2011)
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
🧠 Retrieval Practice builds long-term memory.
Why? Quizzing strengthens recall.
How? Use Quizizz, Blooket, Google Forms, or Carousel Qs for regular, low-stakes retrieval.
Based on Roediger & Butler (2011)
#TopTips #EdTech #MarginalGains #EduSky
🧩 #UDLWeek Day 6: Mixed-ability isn’t the exception, it’s the everyday.
✅ Break down tasks (Goblin.tools, Notion)
✅ Offer flexible ways to show learning
✅ Explore LUDIA for UDL-aligned Ai help: www.livebinders.com/b/3638700
#TopTips #UDL #EdTech #EduSky
✅ Break down tasks (Goblin.tools, Notion)
✅ Offer flexible ways to show learning
✅ Explore LUDIA for UDL-aligned Ai help: www.livebinders.com/b/3638700
#TopTips #UDL #EdTech #EduSky
March 22, 2025 at 9:57 AM
🧩 #UDLWeek Day 6: Mixed-ability isn’t the exception, it’s the everyday.
✅ Break down tasks (Goblin.tools, Notion)
✅ Offer flexible ways to show learning
✅ Explore LUDIA for UDL-aligned Ai help: www.livebinders.com/b/3638700
#TopTips #UDL #EdTech #EduSky
✅ Break down tasks (Goblin.tools, Notion)
✅ Offer flexible ways to show learning
✅ Explore LUDIA for UDL-aligned Ai help: www.livebinders.com/b/3638700
#TopTips #UDL #EdTech #EduSky
🎯 #UDLWeek (Day 5: Flexible Assessment)
🛑 Not all students show learning best with writing! #UDL removes the barrier!
✅ Try iMovie, @quizizz.bsky.social or Canva for video, voice, & interactive assessments.
Options ≠ easier. It’s about access.
#EdTech #TopTips #MarginalGains
🛑 Not all students show learning best with writing! #UDL removes the barrier!
✅ Try iMovie, @quizizz.bsky.social or Canva for video, voice, & interactive assessments.
Options ≠ easier. It’s about access.
#EdTech #TopTips #MarginalGains
March 21, 2025 at 7:32 AM
🎯 #UDLWeek (Day 5: Flexible Assessment)
🛑 Not all students show learning best with writing! #UDL removes the barrier!
✅ Try iMovie, @quizizz.bsky.social or Canva for video, voice, & interactive assessments.
Options ≠ easier. It’s about access.
#EdTech #TopTips #MarginalGains
🛑 Not all students show learning best with writing! #UDL removes the barrier!
✅ Try iMovie, @quizizz.bsky.social or Canva for video, voice, & interactive assessments.
Options ≠ easier. It’s about access.
#EdTech #TopTips #MarginalGains