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BOOST - online Careers Club for young people

created by SR published on 10 June 2021

Barnet BOOST are offering the opportunity for young people to discuss career options, job opportunities, and gain support in applying for jobs from top tips for CVs and interviews to how to look for work, and choose further education. Their online drop ins are held every Tuesday at 2pm with a Youth Lead who is there to advice and support you. How do I find out more?

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Our Barnet Local Offer Consultation

created by SR published on 02 June 2021

Our Barnet Local Offer Consultation We would like to hear feedback from children, young people, parents and carers, and professionals about our Local Offer: what we are doing well, and what we could improve.  The feedback from our consultation survey will be published on the Local Offer website and will be used to continue to develop the Local Offer website and our local services.

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The Art of Keyboarding

The Art of Keyboarding created by GC published on 09 October 2020

Having access to appropriate technology can make a big difference to someone with special educational needs and disabilities but it is not just about access it is also about how you make the best use of what is available. This is especially true when it comes to developing keyboarding skills. It is important to differentiate between touch typing and keyboarding.

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Ideas for using Digital Images to support Literacy

Ideas for using Digital Images to support Literacy created by GC published on 09 October 2020

A fun way to support reading and writing is through the use of photographs and digital images. Photos can be used to stimulate recall and discussion. Ideas for using a Digital Camera demonstrates that photos can be used in so many different ways. This article provides information on making the best use of images in developing literacy.

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Useful Apps For iPhone/iPad

Useful Apps For iPhone/iPad created by GC published on 09 October 2020

New iPad/iPhone apps are continually being developed. The Useful Apps Guide provides suggestions for apps across key educational areas that parents, carers, teachers, and practitioners may find useful. The apps included in the Guide are personal suggestions and intended as a starting point for further investigation.

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