DCG demonstrates tech expertise

Bondholder Derby College Group (DCG) has been chosen by the Government as one of a further 18 schools and colleges to become ‘edtech demonstrators’, being the only college in the East Midlands to be part of the second stage of the programme.

Melanie Lanser, Director of Teaching, Learning and Academic Research, said: “This is real recognition of the success of remote teaching and learning across DCG which has been embraced by staff and students alike.

“DCG has been at the forefront of embracing new technology to enhance teaching and learning, such as partnerships with Microsoft and Fujitsu and being part of national SEND and Teach Too programmes."

DCG has been awarded £150,000 to develop support for, and share expertise with, other schools and college to also use technology to support remote learning.