The Apple Teacher Programme, a free professional learning programme that supports educators by training them how to make best use of Apple’s extensive digital learning resources, has received a special endorsement from Education Scotland recommending it to schools and teachers across the country.
With digital learning now becoming a core element of mainstream education and schools investing in iPad deployments to support teaching programmes, the number of educators who have gained Apple Teacher accreditation since February 2020 has increased by 36% in the UK and the number of registrations to begin the programme has increased by 25%.
A number of local authorities across Scotland are investing in iPad deployments to support their teaching programmes including Glasgow City Council, Scottish Borders Council and Edinburgh City Council.
The Apple Teacher Programme provides educators with access to the Apple Teacher Learning Centre where teachers can build skills at their own pace, learn how to use apple apps and products effectively within the classroom, as well as providing new teaching ideas.
The endorsement from Education Scotland recognises the positive impact of the programme across schools in Scotland, allowing educators to inspire creativity across a wide range of subjects, and further engage and motivate pupils.
Gillian Hamilton, Strategic Director at Education Scotland, said: “We are delighted to endorse the Apple Teacher Programme, and recognise the benefits that this presents to educators across early years, primary and secondary settings.
“This will ultimately help to enrich learning experiences by supporting educators to expand their professional learning, knowledge, skills and understanding.”
Mary Gunn, Digital Leader of Learning at Holyrood Secondary School in Glasgow is an accredited Apple Teacher. She said: “The Apple Teacher training programme gives you the insight you need to understand the device, and ensures you get the most out of it.
“It’s focused on showing you how iPads can be used to support your lesson delivery, not just on how to work the technology, and it helps you effectively integrate digital learning into the curriculum.”
To find out more about Apple’s teacher resourced and the Apple Teacher Programme visit www.apple.com/uk/education.