Digital Technologies Institute February 2026

Energise Your Classroom for 2026

Welcome back to the classroom! As Term 1 begins, we’re here to support your 2026 journey with curriculum-ready coding platforms, practical PD, and exciting AI teaching tools. Whether you’re introducing Python for the first time or looking to deepen your students’ understanding of AI, we’ve got something for you. Plus, we’re proud to share important compliance updates for schools using MyComputerBrain™.

🔔 In This Issue

✅ MyComputerBrain™ has been ST4S-assessed

🎓 PD sessions – AI, Python, Digital Technologies, Digital Literacy

🧠 Come See Us at the ICTENSW State Conference

⚡ New B4 Spark Kits Available

🔍 Try the Curriculum Search Engine

✅ MyComputerBrain™ has been ST4S-assessed

We are excited to announce that MyComputerBrain™ (v 202510) has successfully completed the Safer Technologies 4 Schools (ST4S) assessment process. It qualified to be part of the Safer Technologies 4 Schools (ST4S) Product Badge Program in 2025. Visit the the MyComputerBrain™ ST4S page for more details.

The Safer Technologies 4 Schools (ST4S) service is a national standardised approach to evaluating digital products and services used by schools across Australia. It is supported by the state and territory governments and the Catholic and independent school sectors. Learn more at www.st4s.edu.au .

Teacher Professional Development

Our February–March 2026 PD schedule is now live! Join us for engaging, curriculum-linked sessions on AI, Python, Ethics, and Generative Technologies.

Start times

🕒 3:30 pm (Brisbane) | 4 pm (Adelaide) | 4:30 pm (Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart)

🕝 1:30 pm (Perth) | 3 pm (Darwin)

Duration:

Between 60 and 90 minutes.

Teachers receive:

A PD certificate
Access to the recording + slides within 24 hours
Free perpetual access to the Classroom AI course (valued at $30) for AI webinar attendees (applies to AI Webinars only)

Date	Topic
Feb 17, Mar 18	Artificial Intelligence Primer Express
Feb 18, Mar 19	Coding with Artificial Intelligence
Feb 24, Mar 24	AI: Ethics, Privacy and Society
Feb 25, Mar 25	Understanding Generative AI
Feb 26, March 26	Python Primer Express

📅 Register early to secure your spot!

If you prefer to do AI-related PD at times that suit you best:

The DTI Classroom offers an interactive, self-paced AI workshop. It includes everything teachers need to get started with AI teaching. 👉 Check it out
You can subscribe to our AI video channel to watch AI webinars at your convenience. 👉 Check it out and scroll to the bottom of the page.

Further, there is also great pre-recorded PD on Digital Technologies and Digital Literacy by curriculum Authors Anna Kinnane and Paula Christopersen.

🧠 Come See Us at the ICTENSW State Conference

We’re excited to exhibit at the ICTENSW State Conference on March 14–15 in Sydney. If you’re attending, drop by our booth to explore our B4 kits, our AI and Python Courses, the Curriculum Search Engine and more.

We will also be presenting a session on AI + Coding – Practical Classroom Projects: This session highlights engaging AI projects for late primary and secondary students, blending machine learning concepts with real-world coding applications.

⚡ New B4 Spark Kits Available

We have replenished our B4 Spark stock! These kits are ideal for late primary and early secondary students to explore logic, memory, programming, and the inner workings of a Digital System.

Explore the product at 👉 Spark Home.

🔍 Try the Curriculum Search Engine

Teachers across Australia are using our Curriculum Search Engine to quickly locate Digital Technologies and Digital Literacy content across v9 of the Australian Curriculum. And not just that. It maps any topic to the Australian Curriuclum, creates lesson ideas and lesson plans in a snap.

Find content descriptors, filter by band, and unlock new ideas for teaching and assessment.

👉 Explore it now

As we launch into 2026, we remain committed to supporting you with practical tools, inspiring PD, and curriculum-aligned resources. Whether you’re exploring AI, upskilling in Python, or searching for the perfect content match with our 🧐 Curriculum Search Engine, we’re here to help you energise your classroom.

Warm Regards,

Dr. Karsten Schulz