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Should school governor training be compulsory?

The National Foundation for Educational Research has published a report titled “Governance Models in Schools“. In it, they state that “Key to effective governance was perceived to be governors having a clear understanding of their role (and its limits) and … Continue reading

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FREE Online Webinar about Modern Governor

Do you have a burning need to know more about Modern Governor? Online webinars are becoming increasingly popular – they’re a great way of attending a conference, without leaving the comfort of your desk (or sofa!).  You don’t have to … Continue reading

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Modern Councillor Webinar, 21 April 2011

Many School Governors are not only active participants in their local communities in terms of this role  but also through being involved with Local Democracy. Managing both roles can often be difficult in terms of time, but Learning Pool’s re-launched … Continue reading

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What makes great e-learning?

It’s a question we get asked a lot and something that we are passionate about at Learning Pool. It is very easy to take paper or web based content and stick it into an e-learning module, but to us that’s … Continue reading

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E-learning for the non-computer savvy: Part One

The concept of e-learning can seem suspiciously foreign and bizarre to those who did not grow up in the Digital Age, or to those who have not integrated computers into their day-to-day lives in general. However, for most people learning online makes perfect … Continue reading

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E-learning for the non-computer savvy: Part Two

Following on from last week’s Part One, you can read the final instalment below: Hand-in-hand with e-learning are the efficient communication tools that sit alongside it. E-learners can contact their instructors through e-mail and instant messages, and because instructors are typically always online … Continue reading

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Modern Governor Webinar Recording Now Available

The recording from our March webinar is now available.  Thanks to everybody who came along – and if you were unable to join us, maybe next time! All of our recordings are placed into the video player on the homepage … Continue reading

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FREE Modern Governor webinars in April

Online webinars are becoming increasingly popular and we have two Modern Governor webinars for you in April.   They’re a great way of attending a conference, without leaving the comfort of your desk (or sofa!). Choose which one most suits … Continue reading

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