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EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders

EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders

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Welcome to a new series of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders - brought to you by Bett, supported by SMART.


In this series we’re bringing you the insights and experiences of 40 leading educators from around the world.


I’m your host Duncan Verry, Portfolio Director at Bett. With over 17 years experience in education and education technology both in schools and as a solution provider, I am excited to hear more from frontrunning voices.


On each episode, you’ll hear from pioneers in education and EdTech - we’ll explore the growing, evolving impact of technology on students, educators, and learning experiences.


Technology is helping us to solve some of the biggest challenges facing the education sector, and throughout this series you’ll discover how digital transformation and AI-powered tools are helping to deliver a better, bolder future for the next generation.


We’re proud to share that the series is supported by SMART, the world leader in interactive technology whose mission is deeply aligned with the challenges and innovations shaping education today.


Whether you’re an educator, decision-maker, tech-enthusiast, or you’re fascinated by the future of education, this series of EdTech Unwrapped is for you.


You can catch new episodes of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders weekly, so follow the show wherever you access your podcasts to be the first to hear from our forward-thinking guests.


Join us for the new series of EdTech Unwrapped - Unwrapping the big tech questions in education.

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    • The Ultimate EdTech Strategy Catalyst Part 2: Students Supercharging Their Learning - S2E37

      The Ultimate EdTech Strategy Catalyst Part 2: Students Supercharging Their Learning - S2E37
      Dec 10 2025

      Welcome to a VERY special two-part edition of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders, where we pause to reflect on the standout themes and powerful ideas shaping the future of education technology.

      This week’s EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders is the conclusion of the two-part episode, highlighting some of the leading ideas from the series so far.

      We turn attention to students’ learning, exploring how their understanding of tech & AI plays into EdTech strategies, and the role of students’ voices in shaping it.

      This episode covers

      • The rapid adoption of AI and digital tools among students, outpacing many educators
      • The essential role of critical thinking and digital literacy in helping students safely use new technologies
      • Streamlining digital ecosystems in schools, with a focus on single sign-on and minimising cognitive load
      • The significance of understanding digital economies such as influencer culture, and how these trends are shaping students’ lives
      • Building effective digital strategies by fostering collaboration between educators and students

      Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time.

      After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

      Duncan Verry

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

      Alice Whitby

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/alice-whitby-29149a50/

      John Jones

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jones-74795241/

      Dr Alexandra Read

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandra-read/

      Reasat Chowdhury

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/rchowdhury/

      David Olinger

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidolinger/

      Praveen Raju

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/pkalidindi/

      Sushma Bharath

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/sushma-bharath-5776341/

      James Browning

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrowning22/

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      15 min
    • The Ultimate EdTech Strategy Catalyst Part 1: Teachers Tapping into Technology - S2E36

      The Ultimate EdTech Strategy Catalyst Part 1: Teachers Tapping into Technology - S2E36
      Dec 3 2025

      Welcome to a VERY special two-part edition of EdTech Unwrapped: Lessons from Leaders, where we pause to reflect on the standout themes and powerful ideas shaping the future of education technology.

      In this first part, we shine a spotlight on teachers, exploring how EdTech and AI are not just revolutionising student learning, but transforming the teaching experience itself.

      Duncan guides us through a dynamic selection of best bits from across the series so far, with pointers on not just what technologies are ideal for teachers, but why they can no longer be ignored, and how to integrate them effectively.

      Be sure to return for the second part of this episode, where we’ll be shining a spotlight on how EdTech affects the student experience.

      This episode covers

      • Empowering teachers with EdTech and AI to reduce workload, enhance wellbeing, and reclaim teaching time
      • The role of structured training, support, and collaborative thinking in successful technology adoption
      • Real-world classroom strategies, including using real-time data and digital tools for more effective and efficient teaching
      • Building trust and partnerships between educators and EdTech developers to address practical challenges and innovate responsibly
      • Safeguarding student and staff data by adopting secure, ethical AI tools with clear guidelines and ongoing education

      Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time.

      After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

      Duncan Verry

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

      Dr Mary Jane Hetrick

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/foundationlogicllc/

      Danielle Lewis-Egonu

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-lewis-egonu-94304267/

      Cheryl Shirley

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-shirley/

      Tim Goodman

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/itme/

      Chris Hillidge

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-hillidge-stem-director/

      Rory Vokes-Dudgeon

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-vokes-dudgeon-41936a164/

      Ash Mudaliar

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/ash-mudaliar/

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      26 min
    • Safety at the Bleeding Edge: Migrating Schools to Safer, Smarter Systems at Speed with Director of IT at The Dean Trust, Mike Ward - S2E35

      Safety at the Bleeding Edge: Migrating Schools to Safer, Smarter Systems at Speed with Director of IT at The Dean Trust, Mike Ward - S2E35
      Nov 26 2025

      At a time where industry titans like Jaguar Land Rover and M&S can be hit by cyber attacks, safe implementation of tech systems should be a top priority for ALL schools.

      The Dean Trust’s Mike Ward has been instrumental in leading a strategy which sees a trust capable of implementing safe, smart technologies in just 48 hours…

      Working at speed is one thing, but bringing students, parents and educators along on that journey is another, so join us on EdTech Unwrapped to explore how The Dean Trust is able to achieve all this across its 13 schools.

      This episode covers

      • Strategic and pragmatic technology transformation in education
      • The integration of modern IT systems and cybersecurity within a multi-academy trust
      • Careful transition from legacy systems to innovative platforms
      • Thoughtful and cautious adoption of AI tools to ensure privacy, data security, and a measured roll-out
      • Importance of gathering evidence of technology's impact through both quantitative and qualitative feedback from teachers, students, and parents
      • Ongoing plans for infrastructure investment and closer curriculum-technology alignment

      Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time.

      After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

      Duncan Verry

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

      Mike Ward

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-ward-miet-citp-cisa-8993484a/

      The Dean Trust

      https://thedeantrust.co.uk/

      https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-dean-trust/

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      Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education

      https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/
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      28 min
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