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Joe Arday - MBCS FCCT FRSA

@theaveragearday.bsky.social

A passionate and experienced educator of Computer Science, STEM and EdTech. BCS council member and member of several committees. BETT UK advisory board member, NCCE CS CPD facilitator, BCS / CAS CS Ed Coach, Google Certified Educator and Trainer.

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Post image 01.09.2025 22:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you so much to everyone for your support over the years.

Fingers crossed that I will be fortunate enough to win this prestigious award on the night of 16th October ๐Ÿคฉ

Many thanks,

Joe

#thenationalaiawards #theaveragearday #artificialintelliegnce #aicitizenoftheyear

01.09.2025 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I just wanted to say a massive thank you to my family, friends, colleagues and all students that I have taught in my 15 year career.

01.09.2025 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Happy Monday everyone ๐Ÿคฉ

I am excited to announce that I have been chosen as nominated finalist for the โ€œAI Citizen of the Yearโ€ Award by The National AI Awards ๐Ÿคฉ

Link - lnkd.in/eQm8AZZs

01.09.2025 22:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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20 things you should know about teachers - R.I.S.E. Magazine What are the 'tell-tale traits' of being a teacher? Let's dive into 20 of them with Kat Cauchi and Mark Anderson.

Teachers - how many of these are you? ๐Ÿคญโœ… What did
@ictevangelist.bsky.social and I miss? #Teachers #Comedy #RISEEduMag @netsupport.bsky.social
riseedumag.com/20-things-yo...

10.06.2025 08:52 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 13    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Loved recording this episode of Insights with @theaveragearday.bsky.social! โค๏ธListen to learn how to close gaps in the computing curriculum, what essential skills we should be teaching and how to encourage more students to take an interest in computing. buff.ly/zbfHrtE #Computing #FutureSkills #Tech

06.06.2025 14:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

@kcauchi.bsky.social @netsupport.bsky.social - Thank you so much for making me look awesome. Also loved recording this episode of insights ๐Ÿคฉ

06.06.2025 15:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The Cambridge Professor Who Learned To Read At 18
YouTube video by Great Big Story The Cambridge Professor Who Learned To Read At 18

Reminding everyone before #WorldAutismAcceptanceWeek of one of my favourite people and favourite inspirations when you think about that autistic young person. โฌ‡๏ธ

youtu.be/VMotp-PzBAI?...

31.03.2025 19:11 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

You are too kind โค๏ธ

31.03.2025 19:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Libby Hills
David Monis-Weston
Rohan Slaughter
Caroline Wright
Emily Yeomans
Sean Harris FCCT
Antonia Clary
Hajar Bellazrak
Dr Fiona Scott
Chartered College of Teaching
Department for Education

Brentwood County High School
Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust

26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Cat Scutt MBE
Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith
Alison Clark-Wilson
Tom Crick MBE
Michael Forshaw
Joysy John MBE
Antoinette Hamilton
Scott Hayden

26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Looking forward to contributing to this amazing initiative and learning from inspiring peers.

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26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Together, we will explore how to make Edtech accessible to all. It is so vital that technology bridges divides rather than reinforcing them.

26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

As a fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching and an educator, I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with esteemed colleagues and the Department for Education in making a difference to the UK education system.

26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I am thrilled to share that I have been selected as an advisor to join the Chartered College of Teaching's Edtech Evidence Board in collaboration with the Department for Education. ๐Ÿคฉ

26.02.2025 22:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Looking forward to welcoming and seeing all colleagues in the #bett Arena at 12pm๐Ÿ˜ƒ

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#theaveragearday
#bettuk
#bett2025
Bett Global
Brentwood County High School

23.01.2025 21:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

One not to be missed!

23.01.2025 21:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Who is coming to the final day #bett2025 tomorrow?

The amazing #bettuk advisory board of @theaveragearday.bsky.social,
Dr Fiona Aubrey-Smith, @abidpatel.com
and Dr Neelam Parmar FCCT will be taking part in a panel discussion on โ€œScreen time: The good, the bad and the way forwardโ€.

23.01.2025 21:13 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Day 1 #bettuk was amazing. I had the pleasure to complete a number of firsts in my role as #bettuk advisory board member celebrating the 40th anniversary of #bettuk.

More information on my 1st day highlights at #bett2025 follow me on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/joearday

#theaveragearday

23.01.2025 12:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Amazing ๐Ÿคฉ

Thank you so much @computingatschool.bsky.social for the lovely #bett2025 survival kit.

You are too kind ๐Ÿคฉ

20.01.2025 13:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The AI Opportunities Action plan โ€“ analysis and reaction - what does it mean for the tech profession? | BCS Itโ€™s full steam ahead for the adoption of AI to "turbocharge growthโ€ said the Prime Minister, Keir Starmer in his speech in response to the unveiling of the AI Opportunities Action Plan. Our expertsโ€™ ...

Very useful comments from #BCS @wearebcs.bsky.social on the government's #AI action plan www.bcs.org/articles-opi... #EduSky #EdTech #TeamCompSci

20.01.2025 10:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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With #BettUK2025 just around the corner - it would be great to see many colleagues on the 22nd Jan in the T&L theatre and 24th Jan for the advisory board panel session.

Who is coming to #BettUK2025? ๐Ÿคฉ

14.01.2025 22:00 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The announcement you have all been waiting for is finally here!๐Ÿ“ข

CAS Conference 2025 will be on the 24th October๐Ÿ—“๏ธ

Save the date and sign up for tickets below so you dont miss out on next years' academic event of the year ๐Ÿฅณhttps://buff.ly/4iDiZNn
#CASConf2025 #CASConference #TeamCompSci #CSed

21.12.2024 23:17 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 15    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The show also includes insights from:
@missmc.bsky.social
@teachertapp.bsky.social
@digitallcharity.bsky.social
@LinkyThinks
@NKucirkova

#Bett2025 #edtech

19.12.2024 17:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Get exclusive insights from @theaveragearday.bsky.social on the latest trends in education technology as we teamed up with BETT Show UK for the 'Backstage with Bett' show, hosted by @alkingsley.bsky.social and DuncanVerry
youtube.com/watch?v=-CyaUpโ€ฆ

19.12.2024 17:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I will be there on Wednesday 22nd January with 60 post 16 students ๐Ÿคฉ

18.12.2024 09:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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A record 6,310 UK women started Computing at UK universities in 2024 - part of the growing total of 32,710 students starting their tech journey, says @wearebcs.bsky.social ๐Ÿ“ˆ

Read the full BCS comment here๐Ÿ”— https://buff.ly/41DUYj7

#WomenInComputing #WomenInTech #TeamCompSci #CSed

17.12.2024 17:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 15    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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#theaveragearday @TheAverageArday

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Get your 2024 LinkedIn Rewind at lnkd.in/e474Rkqr

17.12.2024 23:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Deeply grateful to every student, educator, and mentor who made 2024 special. To all young people considering tech: your dreams are valid, your potential is limitless. Visualise it, see it, achieve it ๐Ÿคฉ

17.12.2024 23:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Looking ahead to 2025:

Excited to help shape BETT UK's 40th anniversary celebration while continuing to champion diversity and neurodiversity in tech education. The future of EdTech must include everyone!

17.12.2024 23:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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