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Tonya Coats on Equity in Computer Science Education

In a digital-first world, equitable access to computer science (CS) is essential. Tonya Coats shares how we can close opportunity gaps, spark student curiosity, and empower every learner to thrive in tech. Watch Tonya's interview here.

Alberta’s Fastest-Growing Computer Science Solution for the New Coding Curriculum

Over the past six months, Forward Education and InkSmith have partnered with school divisions across Alberta to implement the province’s new coding curriculum in hundreds of schools. United under one group of companies, our mission continues to empower educators and...

Born in Canada, Built for Purpose: Designing a Turnkey Learning Experience

Born in Canada, Built for Purpose: Designing a Turnkey Learning Experience At Forward Education, we design every part of our learning ecosystem right here in Canada—with educators, for educators. From lesson plans to learning platforms, from training modules to project...

Supporting Local: What the BOBI Act Means to Ontario School Districts

As an Ontario-based business, it’s critically important to InkSmith that when our Customers choose local, it doesn’t mean choosing to compromise. Our mission is to ensure that choosing local means choosing high-quality, innovative, and easy-to-use tools designed with real classrooms in mind, while also strengthening local communities and economies.

Born in Canada, Built for Purpose: Origin of the Climate Action Kit 🇨🇦

Discover the story behind the made-in-Canada Climate Action Kit — how a question in 2019 sparked a purpose-driven learning tool that empowers students to code, build, and solve real-world challenges with micro:bit and Forward Education.

InkSmith Expands Classroom Creativity with Silhouette Vinyl Cutters

InkSmith thrilled to announce the addition of Silhouette Vinyl Cutters, materials, and accessories to our product catalog, bringing a new dimension of creative potential to classrooms across Canada. This expansion reflects our ongoing commitment to providing educators with the tools they need to foster innovation and hands-on learning.

InkSmith Transitions Climate Action Kits to Forward Education

Powering Future-Ready Classrooms with Purpose-Driven, Hands-On Coding & Robotics Kitchener, Ontario, [December 11, 2024] – We’re pleased to announce that our original InkSmith Climate Action Kits are officially sold out and will transition to the new, enhanced version under our new...

Using Your 3D Printer After a Break

Between the holiday break, March break, and just general breaks between projects, we know that many teachers and schools may have not used their 3D printers recently. Your 3D printer is perfectly fine to sit unused for a while,...

The Importance of Professional Development for Educators

In today's fast-paced world, where technological advancements and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields are reshaping industries and societies, educators are faced with the challenge of equipping students with future-focused skills. To navigate this ever-evolving landscape, continuous professional development...

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