I am an experienced classroom teacher with a unique and innovative approach to how learning can be supported with the appropriate use of technology. Feel free to get in touch if you would like me to be part of conferences or INSET.

I have experience of presenting to schools and district groups using web conferencing technology as well as traditional training events. Please understand that presenting at conferences is not the day job! I am a full time classroom teacher.

Topics I am passionate about:

  • Games Based Learning.
  • Personal learning networks and why we should all have one.
  • Using Google tools in the classroom.
  • A blended approach to using educational technology in the primary (elementary) classroom.
  • Digital storytelling.
  • Using technology to engage and inspire learners.

Some recent work:

  • SSAT Primary National Conference, “Connected Classrooms” seminars. London, UK
  • 2 hour online workshop 21C Primary Classroom – Ning support – 1 hour Q and A session, Western New York teachers group – Powerful Learning Practice, LLC, US
  • Organised and ran TeachMeet Midlands at the National College for School Leadership, UK
  • “Classroom Without Walls” workshops at the Developing Leaders Conference, NCSL/SSAT, UK
  • Organised and ran TeachMeet Channel 4 as a bookend to the Channel 4 Education Summer Conference, What Comes Next?, UK

Some Endorsements and Recommendations

Tom brims with enthusiasm for technologies which can really make a difference to teaching and to children’s learning.

Rachel Jones, Head of Education, BSF and Academies, Steljes Ltd

Tom is a dedicated, hard-working and innovative practitioner and leader.

Doug Belshaw, Director of E-Learning, The Northumberland Church of England Academy

…a shining light in the use of ICT in the classroom especially at primary level.

John Heffernan, Project officer, NCTE.

Tom is a creative, forward thinking teacher with a burgeoning reputation as an innovator in the appropriate use of technology to improve & broaden the learning of his pupils. If and when I have kids, I hope that someone like Tom teaches them.

Ian Usher, E-Learning Officer, Buckinghamshire County Council.

See these in full on my LinkedIn profile. I look forward to hearing from you.

email > thomasgeorgebarrett [at] gmail.com