Technology. Education. Real conversations.
In focus / AI in FE and HE
Staff skills, governance, fair access and a new buying route: what the two-year partnership means for further and higher education.
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In focus / Computing and careers
Free activities, computing resources and competitions for schools and colleges, plus the November 2026 dates to put in the diary.
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In focus / AI literacy
AI use has run ahead of understanding. Why staff confidence, assessment design and critical thinking matter more than completing a module.
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In focus / AI governance
Lawrence's AI committee met four times without recommending a policy. Five lessons for UK schools and trusts setting up their own AI working groups.
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In focus / Digital learning
Communities and usernames offer different privacy protections. Check the group setup and whether usernames are active before promising a cohort that numbers are hidden.
Read the practical guide →Digital strategy / Perspective
Costs, evidence, data and oversight: what to ask before signing.
Read the article →Anyone who believes they can transform education through digital technology alone is, frankly, deluded. We have seen it too many times before: exciting new tools arrive with great promise, only to…
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In light of the recent cyber attacks affecting major retailers like M&S, Harrods and the Co-op, it's clear that no organisation is immune. Schools, trusts and other educational institutions may…
Read article →When I first launched EdTechStuff, I went the straightforward route. GoDaddy. Domain, hosting, email — the whole package under one roof. And honestly? It worked fine. The setup was easy,…
Read article →Brendan O’Keeffe joins Martin to discuss how schools can bring leaders and IT teams together around a clear plan.
▶ Explore the conversationAusten Puleston on preparation, pilots and data access.
A practical look at Cyber Essentials and how schools can turn certification into everyday security improvements.
Monitoring, incident response and the challenge of finding a security model that education can sustain.
A conversation about education licensing, security features and getting more from the tools you already pay for.
Practical guidance on portfolios, Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, and making the most of your Digital Support Technician apprenticeship.
Explore Apprenticeship Insights →EdTechStuff is where I talk to the people making technology work in education.
I’m Martin Byford-Rew, an education technology consultant and coach. These conversations explore the decisions, challenges and lessons behind digital change in schools and trusts.Get in touch →A challenge in your school, a useful lesson or a guest worth hearing from.
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