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Access GCSEPod

Founded: 2010
Country: United Kingdom 
Description

Active Reading

Active Reading is an interactive approach to reading that enhances comprehension and retention through critical thinking and engagement with the...
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Access GCSEPod

What makes GCSEPod different is that it is proven to improve your student results whilst reducing your teacher's workload....
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Educational Impact

Active Reading

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Access GCSEPod

build student knowledge92%
improve attainment89%
improve teaching efficiency84%
reduce teacher workload81%
improve teacher knowledge68%
 
Recommended Usage

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Access GCSEPod

Increased usage over time is linked to improved attainment above predicted grades.

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Age Range

Active Reading

11-13, 14-16, 17-18 

Access GCSEPod

11-13, 14-16, 17-18 
Features

Active Reading

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LearningAssessmentLearning ContentHomeworkPlaylistsMarkingReady-made AssignmentsStudent ProgressCheck And ChallengeReady Made Assignments30+ SubjectsCurriculum Aligned ContentPersonalised PlaylistFlexible LearningMarking And FeedbackGoogle Classroom IntegratedMicrosoft IntegratedProven ImpactAccessible LearningAnalytics And Reporting 
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Access GCSEPod

Robust features 
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Active Reading

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Requirements

Active Reading

Active Reading runs on any device (desktop, laptop, tablet, mobile) with an up-to-date version of one of the following browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Microsoft Edge.

 

Access GCSEPod

Available OfflineInternet - Low BandwidthInternet - High BandwidthDesktop - MacDesktop - WindowsDesktop - ChromebookDesktop - LinuxMobile - iPhoneMobile - iPadMobile - WindowsMobile - AndroidRadioTelevision

Setting up GCSEPod is straightforward. With just a few quick steps, such as whitelisting a handful of URLs and integrating with your
school’s MI, your school’s digital lead or systems coordinator can have the platform up and running in no time. To make things even easier, every school is assigned a dedicated customer support specialist who’ll guide you through setup and be on hand whenever you need.

Once set up, it’s as intuitive as using Netflix or Spotify. Teachers can assign content with ease, and students can dive straight into learning without any technical hurdles. It’s designed to fit seamlessly into your school’s existing digital ecosystem, making adoption effortless for everyone involved

 
Training

Active Reading

No training is needed to use Active Reading, but support materials are available, including: Video Tutorials, PDF User Guides, as well as webinars and walk-throughs.

 

Access GCSEPod

In PersonLive OnlineWebinarsDocumentationVideos

We can support you with training as your school needs, from online presentations, webinars, training manuals, best practice sharing platform and idea generation with our GCSEPod champions through to self directred leanring via YouTube videos.

 
Set Up

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Access GCSEPod

We can typically have your school fully up and running with GCSEPod within the week. Once the initial digital form is completed, it's as simple as uploading your teacher and pupil accounts, and you’re good to go! Our team is on hand to support you every step of the way to ensure a smooth and speedy setup.

Support

Active Reading

24/7 Live RepPhone SupportEmail/Help DeskFAQs/ForumKnowledge Base 

Access GCSEPod

24/7 Live RepPhone SupportEmail/Help DeskFAQs/ForumKnowledge Base 
Home Learning

Active Reading

Not available To parents 

Access GCSEPod

Not available To parents 
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Access GCSEPod pricing starts from £7.95 / per-pupil

For KS4 students in Year's 10 & 11, prices are from as little as £1 per student per month. All other students not in Year's 10 & 11 and teachers will receive access for free.

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