EdTech Demonstrator Programme (Phase 2 - 2021 to 2022) Evaluation

This document describes an evaluation of the EdTech Demonstrator Programme, which was initiated by the Department for Education to enhance technology use in schools and colleges with the aim of improving student outcomes, reducing teacher workload, and aiding school improvement plans. The evaluation employed a combination of pre-test post-test designs and qualitative research methods, including surveys and interviews. Findings revealed positive impacts on various outcome areas, such as recovery and resource management, and increased scores even in areas without direct support. However, challenges like support integration and infrastructure limitations were noted. The program led to increased staff confidence in technology and some system efficiencies, but the evidence for cost savings and strategic technology use was inconclusive. Mixed effects were observed on time management, with barriers to EdTech uptake identified, including staff willingness, skills, and financial constraints. The evaluation also highlighted a decrease in technology availability, security concerns, and the need for further research to fully understand the program's impact. Improvements in support for pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) were noted, and the document concludes with reference to the Department for Education's 2022 publication on the subject. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Department for Education (DfE)
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Impact evaluation; Process evaluation
• Impact methods: Generic research method
• Process methods: Individual interviews
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: October 2022

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes