Press office news tagged education

Robots have power to significantly influence children’s opinions

A study published in Science Robotics, and conducted at the University of Plymouth, provides an interesting insight into how robots could be used positively within society.
15 August 2018
Robots will never replace teachers but can boost children’s education

A study led by the University of Plymouth's Professor Tony Belpaeme suggests robots can play an important role in the education of young people but will never fully replace teachers.
15 August 2018
Project encourages pupils to realise benefits of outdoor learning

Plymouth University news: Children across Devon are discovering the many and varied benefits of outdoor learning thanks to a partnership project being developed in the county
12 October 2016
University enhances mathematics education in Jamaica

Plymouth University news: Plymouth University is helping to improve the standard of mathematics education in Jamaica thanks to an innovative project linked to schools and universities in the country
30 September 2016
Report identifies ways to boost children’s quality of life through outdoor learning

Plymouth University news: Outdoor learning can have a significant and positive impact on children’s quality of life but needs to be introduced more formally into the school curriculum in order for its potential benefits to be fully realised
11 July 2016
Primary schools and University to explore learning benefits of computing and robotics

Plymouth University news: Primary school children and teachers are being given an insight into the potential benefits of computer science technology thanks to a research project involving Plymouth University
25 February 2016
Graduate's app aims to enhance children’s reading skills

Plymouth University news: A primary school teacher and Plymouth University graduate has created a new app designed to improve children’s reading skills through interactive gaming
13 January 2016
Initiative uses technology to enhance children's understanding of the natural world

Plymouth University news: Academics from Plymouth University are leading an international project to develop software which will give young people an enhanced understanding of the natural world
18 December 2015
Digital health education toolkit in line for EU award

Plymouth University news: ebuddi©, designed to provide infection prevention and protection training in countries affected by Ebola by using the latest mobile technology, is shortlisted for an EU Health Innovations Award
9 October 2015
Open wide – patients and their role in training dentists

Plymouth University news: Research presented at the British Society for Oral and Dental Research Annual Meeting in Cardiff shows that patients have an important role to play in dental education
17 September 2015
Accolade for Institute of Education director

Plymouth University news: The Director of Plymouth University’s Institute of Education, Professor Megan Crawford, has received a Distinguished Service Award from the British Educational Leadership, Management and Administration Society (BELMAS)
1 September 2015
University academic recognised with National Teaching Fellowship

Plymouth University news: Professor Debby Cotton has been recognised for her expertise in higher education pedagogy with a National Teaching Fellowship
11 June 2015