Education & Training Providers (Edexcel IGCSE ICT)

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Robert Hampton

Written by: Robert Hampton

Reviewed by: James Woodhouse

Education & training providers

What is an education & training provider?

  • An education & training provider is responsible for providing online access to learning resources for users of all ages

  • Features of an education & training provider include:

    • Online support

    • Online training courses

Online support

  • Online support can be offered by education & training providers using methods such as:

    • Communication channels

    • Knowledge bases

    • Additional support resources

Communication channels

Knowledge bases

Additional support resources

Email support

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section

Video tutorials

Live chat

Tutorials & how-to guides

Webinars

Discussion forums

Glossaries

Downloadable resources

Online training courses

  • Online training courses allow learners to access:

    • Online journals and reference archives

    • Online support from teachers and other learners

    • Learning and assessment materials

  • Online training courses are often accessed through a virtual learning environment (VLE) - link to VLE in online communication page

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Robert Hampton

Author: Robert Hampton

Expertise: Computer Science Content Creator

Rob has over 16 years' experience teaching Computer Science and ICT at KS3 & GCSE levels. Rob has demonstrated strong leadership as Head of Department since 2012 and previously supported teacher development as a Specialist Leader of Education, empowering departments to excel in Computer Science. Beyond his tech expertise, Robert embraces the virtual world as an avid gamer, conquering digital battlefields when he's not coding.

James Woodhouse

Author: James Woodhouse

Expertise: Computer Science

James graduated from the University of Sunderland with a degree in ICT and Computing education. He has over 14 years of experience both teaching and leading in Computer Science, specialising in teaching GCSE and A-level. James has held various leadership roles, including Head of Computer Science and coordinator positions for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. James has a keen interest in networking security and technologies aimed at preventing security breaches.