03 September 2010
 

FAQs

Q. How much content is there in Learning Bug?

A. None!  But that's the point... Learning Bug is not piles and piles of content.  It's a process that encourages incredibly effective learning.  All you enter is the subject - it works pretty much with anything.  The Bug then takes care of the rest.

 Q. Is it possible to define Learning Bug in a single sentence?

A.  No. Sorry about that...  Learning Bug is not like most other educational software, so it takes a little getting used to.  The best way to understand it is to see it in action - we recommend booking a place on one of our Open Days where you'll see sessions running and get to speak to teachers and students who use the Bug regularly.

Q. What on Earth is a Thunk?

A.  Good question!  No really - that's it.  A Thunk is a beguilingly simple-looking question about everyday things that stops you in your tracks and helps to warm up your brain.  Answering a Thunk is not about getting answers right or wrong - it's about encouraging interesting, insightful perspectives.  Learning Bug presents the students with a Thunk to get the session going.  Learn more...

Q. What is 8Way Thinking?

A.  Developed by Independent Thinking, 8Way Thinking is a simple but effective way to use multiple intelligence theory to develop thinking and learning.  Learning Bug integrates 8Way Thinking into the core of its process.  There is a guide to multiple intelligences included in the software.

Q. Is the Bug best used for cover support or as a tool for normal lessons?

A. Well, both...  The Bug is used in many ways.  As a method for encouraging great, teacher-less learning in a cover support mode it is second to none.  But the Bug process is just as powerful as a teacher-led tool.  As part of the demonstration and installation process you will learn all about getting the best out of the software.

FAQs

Q. How much content is there in Learning Bug?

A. None!  But that's the point... Learning Bug is not piles and piles of content.  It's a process that encourages incredibly effective learning.  All you enter is the subject - it works pretty much with anything.  The Bug then takes care of the rest.

 Q. Is it possible to define Learning Bug in a single sentence?

A.  No. Sorry about that...  Learning Bug is not like most other educational software, so it takes a little getting used to.  The best way to understand it is to see it in action - we recommend booking a place on one of our Open Days where you'll see sessions running and get to speak to teachers and students who use the Bug regularly.

Q. What on Earth is a Thunk?

A.  Good question!  No really - that's it.  A Thunk is a beguilingly simple-looking question about everyday things that stops you in your tracks and helps to warm up your brain.  Answering a Thunk is not about getting answers right or wrong - it's about encouraging interesting, insightful perspectives.  Learning Bug presents the students with a Thunk to get the session going.  Learn more...

Q. What is 8Way Thinking?

A.  Developed by Independent Thinking, 8Way Thinking is a simple but effective way to use multiple intelligence theory to develop thinking and learning.  Learning Bug integrates 8Way Thinking into the core of its process.  There is a guide to multiple intelligences included in the software.

Q. Is the Bug best used for cover support or as a tool for normal lessons?

A. Well, both...  The Bug is used in many ways.  As a method for encouraging great, teacher-less learning in a cover support mode it is second to none.  But the Bug process is just as powerful as a teacher-led tool.  As part of the demonstration and installation process you will learn all about getting the best out of the software.

 

 

Q. Can we try Learning Bug in our school for free?

A.  Yes!  You can setup a free trial or request a demo off site in one of the Learning Bug Hub schools.

Q. How much does it cost?

A.  Because it is a hosted service, we charge an annual all-inclusive fee for Learning Bug.  There are discounts available to LAs and "Hub" schools.  Read more...

Q. What are the technical requirements to run Learning Bug?

A. Very modest!  Learning Bug is set up, administered and run entirely through a web browser.  For more detailed information, click here.

Q. Does Learning Bug require any software to be installed locally in our school?

A. Just a tiny amount!  This allows your students to go straight into Learning Bug without logging in again.  Once logged in, all the software to run the game is hosted on our servers.

Q. Are there Learning Bug training courses available?

A. Training days can be arranged - and watch this space for news about our Learning Bug "Track Days" - an opportunity for you or your staff to meet other Bug users and share ideas and best practice.  We are also planning a users' forum for this website.

 

Q. Can we try Learning Bug in our school for free?

A.  Yes!  You can setup a free trial or request a demo off site in one of the Learning Bug Hub schools.

Q. How much does it cost?

A.  Because it is a hosted service, we charge an annual all-inclusive fee for Learning Bug.  There are discounts available to LAs and "Hub" schools.  Read more...

Q. What are the technical requirements to run Learning Bug?

A. Very modest!  Learning Bug is set up, administered and run entirely through a web browser.  For more detailed information, click here.

Q. Does Learning Bug require any software to be installed locally in our school?

A. Just a tiny amount!  This allows your students to go straight into Learning Bug without logging in again.  Once logged in, all the software to run the game is hosted on our servers.

Q. Are there Learning Bug training courses available?

A. Training days can be arranged - and watch this space for news about our Learning Bug "Track Days" - an opportunity for you or your staff to meet other Bug users and share ideas and best practice.  We are also planning a users' forum for this website.

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