Impact of data loggers on science teaching and learning - European ...

AcknoledgementsEuropean Schoolnet thanks all the participating teachers for their involvement, curiosityand willingness to integrate innovative methods through digital tools in their classroom.Their motivation has been inspiring and rewarding for European Schoolnet, and the effectiveimpact that teachers’ activities have had on pupils is very encouraging vis-à-vis theintegration <strong>of</strong> ICT tools in school and the realisation <strong>of</strong> 21st century education.The research pilot has been coordinated by European Schoolnet with financial and technicalsupport from Fourier Systems and Acer. All the pilot and research activities have beendeveloped under a common understanding and agreement regarding the EuropeanSchoolnet ethical charter <strong>of</strong> behaviour. In particular, European Schoolnet has ensured itsindependence <strong>of</strong> views and approach taken in the pilot and therefore the objectivity <strong>of</strong> theresults produced.About European SchoolnetEuropean Schoolnet (EUN) (www.europeanscholnet.com) isa network <strong>of</strong> 30 Ministries <strong>of</strong> Education in Europe andbeyond. EUN was created 15 years ago to bring innovationin teaching and learning to its key stakeholders: Ministries <strong>of</strong>Education, schools, teachers and researchers. EuropeanSchoolnet’s activities are divided among three areas <strong>of</strong> work:Policy, research and innovation; Schools services; andLearning resource exchange and interoperability.About FourierFourier Systems (www.fourier-sys.com) is committed toimproving student achievement and providing students withtools and skills that are critical for educational success in the21st Century. Fourier sells customised solutions for learningenvironments in over 50 countries and produces more than100 quality products. Fourier has three times won theWorlddidac award, the most recognised international prizein the education sector for innovative and pedagogicallyvaluable products that improve teaching and learning.42