Tech Foundations (Schools) Working Group
Our Tech Foundations (Schools) Working Group brings together techUK members to support schools in developing the technology foundations needed to deliver 21st-century education.
We focus on the infrastructure, devices and leadership capabilities that enable schools to use technology effectively. Through our work, we support equal access to technology and help foster digital, data, cyber and AI literacy across education.
Members
Steve Clarke, STEM Learning
Vanessa Soames, Cognizant
Dr. Christina Yan Zhang, The Metaverse Institute
Paul McKean, JISC
Matt Jordan, Canva
Neil Bailey, CDW
Paul Jones, CISCO
Isobel Godber, Hays
Alastair Williamson-Pound, Mercator Digital
Our focus:
- Smarter procurement: We promote transparent and scalable technology procurement models that support schools in making effective technology choices.
- Cyber security and digital resilience: We support secure digital infrastructure and best practice for safeguarding data.
- Interoperability and open systems: We advocate for open APIs to help prevent vendor lock-in and unlock innovation.
- AI and automation for efficiency: We support school leaders in making informed technology decisions.
Austin EarlSenior Programme Manager - Education & EdTechtechUK
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