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Microsoft at Bett 24 - 28 January 2017

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As part of Microsoft’s commitment to supporting education activities during Bett, we are offering tours of Showcase Schools. These tours will provide attendees with a sample of how education is being transformed by inspiring leaders, expert educators, confident and creative young people. Attendees will see how physical spaces, intentional learning design and the thoughtful use of technology are combined to create innovative teaching and personalized learning.

Tours will be offered on Tuesday, 24th, 25th and 26th January from approximately 10am – 12pm (departure times and locations will be confirmed nearer the time) the pick up point will be at the Microsoft offices in Paddington.

Please note that in order to register for the School Tours you will need to register to the Bett Show, at the end of the registration process you will be asked to choose your tour. If you have already registered for the Bett Show, using the same browser, click below and simply update your existing registration. (Scroll down to the bottom of the registration page to select your School Tour).

We are highlighting four innovative schools:Ark Swift Primary School20 minute transfer Australia Road, London, W12 7PT

Sydenham School60 minute transfer Dartmouth Rd, Forest Hill, London SE26 4RD, UK

Danesfield School 60 minute transfer Henley Road, Medmenham, Marlow, Bucks SL7 2EW

Shireland Collegiate Academy2 hour 20 minute transfer Waterloo Rd, Smethwick B66 4ND, UK

We hope you will join us for this insightful experience.

Microsoft Showcase School Tours 24 - 26 January 2017

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It has been an exciting year for Microsoft in Education. We have released some of the most innovative products on the planet over the last year and combined this with a global focus of the whole organization to empower every student to achieve more.

Come and hear the global experiences, trends and observations from the Microsoft Worldwide Education leadership team. Find out about the latest product releases and features designed specifically for education directly from the Microsoft product groups and learn how these solutions are being deployed in the UK and globally with incredible outcomes. We will cover everything from Windows 10 and the new Surface products to Azure, Dynamics CRM and Office 365 in education to the latest releases in the OneNote education tools.

The Microsoft Technology Showcase will provide you with the opportunity to meet with peers and Microsoft technologists for networking, Q&A and conversations about your technology plans in education in your region and institutions.

Four sessions hosted in Platinum Suite 1 (E16 1DR)Wednesday 25th January 2017 Session 1: 10:30am - 12:30pm Session 2: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Thursday 26th January 2017 Session 3: 10:30am - 12:30pm Session 4: 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Morning session: Modernizing the classroom with Microsoft - Office 365, Windows and more.

Learn about the latest updates to Microsoft’s education offerings. We’ll look at Office 365, Windows and new possibilities to unlock the value of technology in your classroom.

Afternoon session: Managing and implementing technology in the classroom - Windows, Azure Active Directory, Office 365 and Microsoft cloud technologies

Learn more about the technical details of incorporating classroom technology. We’ll look at managing devices, data, student identities and leveraging Microsoft cloud technologies for a modern IT environment.

Microsoft Technology Showcase Location: Platinum Suite 1

25 - 26 January 2017

Please note there are limited spaces available for this event. Register now to avoid disappointment.

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25-27 January 2017

Time Session

10:30 -11:00 Intro to Minecraft: Education Edition 2:00-2:30

11:00-11:30 Virtual Adventures with 2:30-3:00 Skype in the Classroom

11:30-12:00 Badges and More: An Introduction 3:00-3:30 to Teacher Training and CPD

12:00-12:30 Learning Tools for OneNote: 3:30-4:00 Transforming the Learning Experience One Student at a Time

12:30-1:00 Windows 10 in Education: Helping 4:00-4:30 Students and Teachers Do Great Things

1:00-1:30 Surface in Education: 4:00-4:30 Reimagined for Learning

1:30-2:00 Day in the Life of an Educator 5:00-5:30 withOffice365

28 January 2017

Time Session

10:30-11:00 Intro to Minecraft: Education Edition

11:00-11:30 Virtual Adventures with Skype in the Classroom

11:30-12:00 Badges and More: An Introduction to Teacher Training and CPD

12:00-12:30 Learning Tools for OneNote: Transforming the Learning Experience One Student at a Time

12:30-1:00 Windows 10 in Education: Helping 2:00-2:30 students and teachers do great things

1:00-1:30 Surface in Education: Reimagined for Learning

1:30-2:00 Day in the Life of an Educator withOffice365

Microsoft Learn Live Theatre Sessions Location: E310

25 – 28 January 2017

In 2016, we heard from a wide range of educators, head teachers and Microsoft staff about how technology can help transform the classroom, create unique learning experiences and raise attainment. The core focus within the Microsoft Learn Live Theatre is to offer a platform for great teachers to share both their stories and best practice in order to inspire change.

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Microsoft Learn Live Sessions

Primary

Location: F15025 – 28 January 2017

Grow your knowledge and increase your understanding of some of the latest research in improving pedagogy in primary education. The Primary Learn Live theatre is aimed at addressing some of the most important challenges facing the sector, and offers take away tips to improve your classroom and learning outcomes for your students.

Wednesday – 1:30 A paperless classroom using OneNote

Kristy Griffin Year 3 Class Teacher/ Computing Coordinator Bolsover C of E Junior School, Derbyshire

Thursday – 12:00Inspiring and Engaging All Learners Using Minecraft Education Edition

James Protheroe Assistant Headteacher Darran Park Primary School

Friday – 11:45Inspiring and Engaging All Learners Using Minecraft Education Edition

James Protheroe Assistant Headteacher Darran Park Primary School

Saturday-11:15 Problem-based Learning using micro:bits

David Franks ICT Teacher Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School

Saturday – 1:30 A paperless classroom using OneNote

Kristy Griffin Year 3 Class Teacher/ Computing Coordinator Bolsover C of E Junior School, Derbyshire

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Secondary

Location: F27025 – 28 January 2017

One of the most popular theatres at Bett, the Secondary Learn Live Theatre offers thought provoking content and the opportunity for educators to benefit from international case studies in success. Understand how to achieve the best possible results for your students, and understand latest methods in modern pedagogy.

Wednesday – 12:45 The Code 1.0 – Coding for Kids in Iceland

Þröstur Thor Bragason Director of Development Directorate of Education in Iceland

Wednesday – 2:45 Computer Science Curriculum and Certification

Mike Halliday Business Relations Manager UTC Reading

Thursday – 12:00An effective, innovative and sustainable approach to leadership communication

Jon Tait Deputy Headteacher Acklam Grange School

Friday – 10:30 Skype in the Classroom - The Passport To Enrichment

Paul (Lanny) Watkins Teacher of ICT/Computing Ysgol Bae Baglan School

Saturday – 12:00

Developing ways to design and use school SharePoint site with Sway as a Teaching and Learning Resource for staff, students and parents

Lee Whitmarsh Curriculum Leader Creative Arts Faculty Alsager School

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Higher Education

Location: F270 25 – 27 January 2017

In a time of rapid change in the Higher Education sector, this program at Bett offers the opportunity to understand some of the most important challenges facing Higher Education Professionals. Ensure you are equipped to deal with some of the challenges facing the sector including the Teaching Excellence Framework, changing in funding, and the evolution of learning spaces.

Wednesday – 3:15 Microsoft HoloLensMatt Zeller Product Manager Microsoft

Thursday – 12:00Enhance your classroom with the latest intelligent business applications across CRM and ERP from Microsoft

Jane Birkegaard Thomsen Senior Programme Manager Microsoft

Friday – 1:30 Enabling collaborative research with Microsoft cloud services

Rob Curtin Director Worldwide Higher Education Microsoft

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Wednesday – 1:30 Thursday – 3:00

Preparing pupils for the 21st Century Workplace through the Microsoft Imagine Academy.

Matthew Davies Deputy Headteacher Treorchy Comprehensive School

Friday – 10:30 Saturday – 10:30

Political and Economic Power of Industry Certification in Public Education – A True Workforce Readiness Model

Aaron Osmond General Manager Pearson VUE


FE & Skills

Location: B368 25 – 27 January 2017

Education to employment through skills, knowledge and technology. The FE & Skills Learn Live theatre is a truly collaborative space encouraging debate, knowledge sharing and networking. Equip yourself with tangible teaching tools and be exposed to exciting CPD opportunities specific to the challenges and opportunities associated with the FE & Skills.

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SEN

Location: C43825 – 27 January 2017

The SEN theatre is one of the most important features at Bett, showcasing some of the latest research and cutting edge techniques to improve student experience and learning outcomes. Understand how to achieve learning excellence for all students, and gain take away tips you can implement across your learning environments.

Wednesday – 12:45Improving outcomes for children with SEND through Digital Literacy and Achievement for All

Garath Jackson Regional Lead (North) & Director of Coach Training Achievement for All

Thursday – 3:00Improving outcomes for children with SEND through Digital Literacy and Achievement for All

Garath Jackson Regional Lead (North) & Director of Coach Training Achievement for All

Friday – 12:00The Inclusive Educator- A new course available to MEC (Microsoft Educator Community)

Marius Frank Director Digital Materials Achievement for All

Saturday – 12:00The Inclusive Educator- A new course available to MEC (Microsoft Educator Community)

Marius Frank Director Digital Materials Achievement for All

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2:20 - 3:05

Microsoft HoloLens Matthew Zeller, Product Manager

Microsoft HoloLens is the first self-contained, holographic computer creating new opportunities to engage and interact with holograms in the world around you. This session will highlight opportunities for universities to expand curriculum offerings and enable modern learning experiences

3:05-3:35 Networking session on sharing best practices for leading digital transformation on your campus.

Higher Education Summit Location: G400

25 – 28 January 2017

The Higher Education Leaders Summit has been developed for 2017 to address some of the most significant challenges currently facing senior leaders across Higher Education. Hear from your peers as they provide insight into legislation updates, technology enhancing student attainment, pedagogy, and strategies.

11:25-12:10

Panel Discussion: The Rise of the Student

Students control their learning journey. What experiences do they seek, and value? What expectations are they bringing to University and are we meeting them? A panel of education technologists, leaders, and maybe even an actual student will explore these questions with an eye on what institutions can do today to improve student engagement and boost NSS results.

3:05-3:35

Executive Conversation: A new wave of digital transformation in Higher Education Anthony Salcito, Vice President Worldwide Education

Today’s campus is evolving, but one thing remains the same: the importance of student success and the campus experience. Your students depend on technology to live, work and play. As administrators, you want to provide the best experiences to attract the best applicants. At the same time, you need your school operations to run as efficiently as possible. Thanks to innovations such as the Internet of Things and other cloud technologies, and the insightful and action-oriented use of data, bringing about change is closer than you think.

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School Leaders Summit Location: F12025 – 28 January 2017

Stream 1

Wednesday 1:30- 2:00

Future Gazing: Challenges and Triumphs leading Innovation in Ed Tech Tom Rees, Head Teacher Simon de Senlis

Tom is an influential leader who shares his thinking through blogging and presentations. Simon de Senlis is one of the Showcase Schools tour schools. Simon can speak in very practical terms about unlocking innovation within schools to produce creative confident young people.

Friday 11:15 - 11:45

Future Gazing: Developing a Digital Academy Jonathon Bishop, Headteacher, Broadclyst Community School

Explore how teacher and leader capacity building drives innovation. Broadclyst Community Primary School (BCPS) is part of the Cornerstone Academy Trust, a multi-academy trust that provides 21st century education across two schools as well as professional teacher training through the Cornerstone Teaching School.

Stream 2

Wednesday 4:00 - 4:30

Innovation & Efficiencies: Driving Whole School Improvement Alan Crawford, Vice Principal, Shireland Collegiate Academy

In this session, Alan will explore the business of schools’ and role technology plays in driving efficiencies, creating opportunities and improving outcomes. Alan is extraordinarily influential and a regular speaker at events.

Thursday 11:15 - 11:45

Connected Campus & Schools Experiences Seth, Atkinson, Senior Business Development Manager, Microsoft Worldwide Education

IoT and Analytics solutions around facilities and energy management, transportation, and security that can help make school operations and infrastructure more efficient and cost effective.

Thursday 11:45 - 12:30

Microsoft Networking Event: The 21st Century Skill Agenda Location: Lounge

How are individual schools and whole systems responding to requirement to develop adaptive capabilities in young people? Hear brief outlines from Australia, Denmark and Wales and enjoy the opportunity over tea and coffee to explore further.

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STEAM Village Sessions STEAM Village G480

25 – 28 January 2017

Come visit the Microsoft Maker Space and get hands-on experience with projects that incorporate coding, scientific inquiry and visualizing big data. All the activities use everyday materials making it affordable to introduce 21st century technical skills into your classroom. Each unit comes with step by step instructions and standards aligned lesson plans.

Our Partners• Cogmation • MakeBlock • DF Robots • Computing at Schools (CAS) • Prodigy (representing Imagine Academy) • SamLabs • Modern Muse

January 25th Wednesday: 12:50 -1:20

Coding and Making with the micro:bit Learn about some practical projects using the micro:bit that you can use in your classroom to engage all students in the creative design process while teaching core computational principles. Presented by: Jacqueline Russell, Microsoft Developer Tools Division and Peli de Halleux, Microsoft Research and AI

January 26th Thursday: 11:20-11:50

Cogmation Robotics Learning, competing, and having fun around the world with digital robots. Presented by: Tim Shea, Cogmation Team Leader International Sales and Priyanka Tuteja, Sales Engineer, Technical Support

January 27th Friday: 10:30-11:00

Coding and Making with Circuit Playground Flashing lights, buzzer, buttons, oh my! Come see why the new Circuit Playground is a great physical computing device for the classroom. Presented by: Jacqueline Russell, Microsoft Developer Tools Division and Peli de Halleux, Microsoft Research and AI

January 28th Saturday 12:50-1:20

Makeblock’s Mbot powered by Azure See how Azure is changing how we interact with our Mbot. Presented by: Tony Zheng, Makeblock Europe Team Lead

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Microsoft Maker Space D480

Come visit the Microsoft Maker Space and get hands-on experience with projects that incorporate coding, scientific inquiry and visualizing big data. All the activities use everyday materials making it affordable to introduce 21st century technical skills into your classroom. Each unit comes with step by step instructions and standards aligned lesson plans.

Projects

Building Robotic Fingers

Building robotic fingers: Using a drinking straw, a piece of string and some felt demonstrate the anatomy of the hand

Building the Biomechanical Hand

Craft a glove using cardboard, then equip it with a sensor made of copper tape to control the movement of the robotic finger that you just built

Coding the Micro:bit Program your name and display it on a micro:bit. Then use the radio to send secret messages to each other

Coding the Circuit Playground

Light up colored neopixels on the new circuit playground based on sensor data by dragging and dropping blocks of code

Playing Rock Paper Scissors

Use a biomechanical hand to play rock paper scissors with your fellow participants or against the computer and win merit badges!

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Bloodhound: Race for the Line BBC micro:bit Rocket Car Competition Location: B480

25 – 28 January 2017

Ever wondered how fast a rocket car made of foam can go? That’s exactly what students across the UK are finding out, using micro:bit mini-computers. The Rocket Car Competition is using a 1,000mph world land speed record attempt to inspire students to get involved in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The Bloodhound project teamed up with Microsoft to teach students coding with the micro:bit in the “Race for the Line” challenge

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Microsoft Partner Campus Location: C300

25 – 28 January 2017

H1 Microsoft Training Academies

H2 Minecraft

P1 SalamanderSoft

P2 Microsoft Dynamics Academic Alliance

P3 Hapara

P4 EduBoard

P5 Vivi

P6 Classter

P7 Skooler

P8 IT WORX Education

P9 & Microsoft Classroom P10 and School Data Sync Space

P11 STONE

P12 TeacherIn

P13 PS Financials

P14 Pearson VUE / Prodigy Learning

P15 Civica

P16 3P Learning

P17 Ruler

P18 Toshiba

M1 Tute

M2 Learning Possibilities

Building on the success of last year, the Microsoft Partner Campus is back for BETT 2017! Visit stand C300 for access to a wide range of innovative solutions from some of our key partners. Join us for inspiring talks, demos and hands-on classes that will help you get the most out of your technology investments. Key focus areas include solutions for teaching and learning, connected campus and school experiences, student success and lifecycle management and an exclusive look at the latest developments around Microsoft Classroom, School Data Sync, Minecraft and MS Dynamics.

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Microsoft Partner CampusCollaboration Sessions

Times Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

11:30-12:00

Tute Delivering transformation through anytime, anywhere teaching online

TeacherIn The app that is transforming the supply teacher recruitment landscape by Stephanie Bass, School Business Manager at Bridge Multi-Academy Trust

Tute Delivering transformation through anytime, anywhere teaching online

12:00 - 12:30

Groupcall SDS in practice by Stuart Abrahams, Commercial Director

Learning Possbilities Helping students achieve more with Digital technologies by Sonia McLaughlin, Head of Digital Engagement, Learning Possibilities

Ruler Using Office 365 as your Parent Portal by Phil Smith

Kahoot

12:30 - 1:00

Vivi Simple Wireless Presentation that works by Dr Lior Rauchberger, Founder

Microsoft Training Academies Empowering Teachers and Children with Useful, Wholistic Assessment and Online Tools (Power BI) by Tom Rees, Headteacher, Simon de Senlis Primary School and Education Director, NPAT (Northampton Primary Academy Trust)



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1:00 - 1:30

MinecraftIntro to Minecraft: Education Edition by Meenoo Rami, Manager, Minecraft Education & Stephen Reid, Creative Producer, Immersive Minds


Minecraft Intro to Minecraft: Education Edition by Meenoo Rami, Manager, Minecraft Education & Stephen Reid, Creative Producer, Immersive Minds


1:30 - 2:00

EduBoardMaking sense of digital learning with data by Brendan Nel & Daniel Reil

Skooler Skooler LMT built on Microsoft classroom by Tor Ove Henriksen, CEO & CTO Skooler

SalamanderSoftMicrosoft Classroom and School Data Sync by Darren Hemming

Wizer Reinventing the worksheet: Captivate your students with an interactive toolbox by Nira Mayorchik Sheleg, CEO, Wizer

2:00 - 2:30

STONEAchieving Digital Transformation in a MAT: Q & A with Reach Academy Trust by Paul Flack, STONE and Steve Wilkinson, Reach4

ITWORX Education Blended Learning and Student Engagement by Yasser Shoukry and Essam Makhlouf

Learning Possibilities How Learning Possiblities’ national platform Hwb+ and its educational tools have impacted the school’s teaching and learning methods and the benefits achieved as a result - by Sonia McLaughlin, Head of Digital Engagement, Learning Possibilities

EdmodoStreamline your classroom with Office Online and Edmodoby Aleksis Psychas, Global Business Development Manager

Session Times: 1:00- 2:30

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2:30 - 3:00

PS Financials Total Education Analytics -Discover, analyse and visualise data in new ways to gain valuable insights by Will Jordan, Education Sector Manager, PS Financials

ToshibaTransforming your school’s IT with tailor made solutions by Dawn Atherton and Matt Dunne

3P LearningCaptivate your students in maths with Mathletics: mindsets; mastery and more! By Jane Fisher, Former teacher

From 2:30-2:45Treasure Trail Prize Draw

3:00-3:30

Microsoft Training AcademiesEmpowering Teachers and Children with Useful, Wholistic Assessment and Online Tools (Power BI) by Tom Rees, Headteacher, Simon de Senlis Primary School and Education Director, NPAT (Northampton Primary Academy Trust)

CivicaA Day In The Cloud by Brendan Murphy, Cloud Product Manager

Pearson VUE / Prodigy LearningThe Power of Industry Certification in Public Education by Aaron Osmond and Craig Bushman, GM of Certiport and VP of Marketing, Certiport

3:30-4:00

Microsoft Dynamics Academic AllianceEmpower your classroom with the latest intelligent business applications for CRM from Microsoft! By Andrea Ely and Adrian Boyd, Business Solutions Specialists, Microsoft and Jane Birkegaard Thomsen, Senior Program Manager, Microsoft Dynamics Academic Alliance, Microsoft

HaparaMaking Learning Visible, Efficient and Effective: Hapara and O365 by Wayne Poncia, Chief Product Officer and Robert Bailey, Director of Sales

ClassterTransform your academy with Classter + O365. Start for free, expand on your pace by Nikolaos Nikou, CEO

4:15 - 4:30 Treasure Trail Prize Draw Treasure Trail Prize

Draw Treasure Trail Prize Draw

Session Times: 2:30 - 4:30

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