30/06/2023
We're excited to invite teachers in the area to our first exclusive free event: AI for teachers – Demystifying AI in schools.
We’ve confirmed Greg Hughes, teaching leader, Apple Distinguished Educator/Apple Professional Learning Specialist, and global speaker on EdTech/STEM at this free event to explore how AI is being used now and to share practical tips for how it can benefit you as a teacher.
The event is free and a buffet and refreshments are provided. This is a limited-capacity event to allow for plenty of discussion and Q&A with our speakers, so sign up to secure your place.
To register, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/AimxxjByZR2KGqj26
When? Wednesday 12th July 2023, 16:00 to 17:30. Refreshments provided.
Where? Oriel Square’s offices at 29 Beaumont Street, central Oxford
31/05/2023
We take a look at ongoing innovation in the VTQ space, including concerns over proposed changes, learner demographics, and the impact on the education publishing industry.
A deep dive into Vocational and Technical Qualifications: Part two - OrielSquare
26/05/2023
"Think tank proposes plan to cut AI chatbot cheating." Read recommended changes to broaden post-16 curriculum while guarding against AI risks via :
Think tank proposes plan to cut chatbot cheating
Ex-DfE adviser recommends changes to broaden post-16 curriculum while guarding against AI risks
25/05/2023
Can be used for student wellbeing? Denmark makes advances in the use of tech, data, cake-eating sessions and class discussions in the classroom.
Is Denmark a Model for Using Ed Tech for Student Well-Being?
Data-driven well-being audits are becoming more common in Denmark’s classrooms, and experts are mixed on the potential for mood-monitoring tech to help address student mental health in the United States.
19/05/2023
Congratulations to all the amazing winners at the Federation of Small Business National Awards! Federation of Small Businesses - FSB
17/05/2023
We're looking forward to the BookMachine event all about in publishing in today.
The Publishers’ Sustainability Survival Guide (BookMachine Unplugged Live! 2023) | BookMachine Publishing Events
Disclaimer: These events are ticketed so we can pay our contributors. Everyone who speaks at a BookMachine Unplugged event is remunerated for their involvement.
15/05/2023
Part 4 of our sustainability series sees Claire Gilbert talk about sustainability in the curriculum, and supporting teachers through climate science training. Follow the link for the full blog: https://buff.ly/3pD0tOa
12/05/2023
Step forward for young people who use English as an additional language and are struggling at school by taking part in the challenge this May. https://buff.ly/41S2DHp Jacari
Step Forward for Jacari
Help raise vital funds for disadvantaged children with English as an additional language.
10/05/2023
BookMachine are holding an exciting event on next week with the opportunity for networking and a panel discussion focusing on what publishers need to be thinking about. Follow the link to book your in-person or online ticket.
The Publishers’ Sustainability Survival Guide (BookMachine Unplugged Live! 2023) | BookMachine Publishing Events
Disclaimer: These events are ticketed so we can pay our contributors. Everyone who speaks at a BookMachine Unplugged event is remunerated for their involvement.
03/05/2023
Our Business Administrator, Rezwan Miah, shares highlights from his experience as an apprentice at Oriel Square.
Apprenticeship diary: My experience as an apprentice at Oriel Square - OrielSquare
Rezwan Miah shares the highlights from his experience as an apprentice at Oriel Square.
28/04/2023
"At my local primary school, St Swithun’s, the children are highly motivated to protect our planet."
Our Head of People and Operations, Claire Gilbert, talks about her experience as a Carbon Literacy-trained governor and parent supporting St Swithun’s Primary School on its journey so far: https://buff.ly/3mMi995
24/04/2023
Oxford-based educational charity Jacari is running a fundraiser next month so they can continue to provide essential tutoring for refugee, asylum-seeking and migrant children.
Some of the Oriel Square team will be setting themselves a step target for May to help support the fundraiser. Find out how you can get involved too: https://buff.ly/41S2DHp
Step Forward for Jacari
Help raise vital funds for disadvantaged children with English as an additional language.