This form shows an expression of interest for sharing thoughts on the role of educational technology in schools and how we address the question: how do we convince the gatekeepers in schools (Principals, CEOs, Governors) that there are viable, pedagogically sound and evidence-driven solutions in terms of educational technology? This is primarily interested in budgets (and cost-saving) and digitising exams - this second element is particularly poignant as it is a big obstacle for many schools in that "the tech sounds great but kids will still be sitting in an exam hall writing on paper in Year 11" which switches them off from the pedagogical benefits they could achieve. The aim of looking at digital solutions is to provide exam boards, schools and other stakeholders of the viability and sensibility of digitisation.

This research is being carried out by Ben Whitaker in partnership with NetSupport Ltd. My background is in educational leadership, having worked in a variety of roles, including Assistant Principal. I am a Google Certified Trainer and have delivered internationally for a number of clients. I am undertaking this research to generate evidence of genuine pedagogical and financial gains that educational technology can have in schools, especially in terms of infrastructure and exam digitisation. My email is itsbenwhitaker@gmail.com and mobile is 07932740092 if you wish to contact me directly or ask any questions. This data will be anonymised to protect confidentiality and then used in a public report that will be shared within the EdTech sector, through a variety of channels, including NetSupport, ANME and others.