British Educational Communications and Technology Agency (BECTA)

The British Educational Communications and Technology Agency (BECTA) was a UK government organization responsible for promoting and supporting the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. Its role included developing strategies, providing resources, and funding initiatives to integrate digital tools into schools to improve teaching and learning. BECTA aimed to enhance educational outcomes by advancing technology use across local authorities and schools. It operated from 1998 until it was closed in 2011, after which its functions were transferred to other organizations and government departments.