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Organisation

Nesta

Report

Decoding learning: the proof, promise and potential of digital education


This report sets out where proof, promise and potential lie for technology in education. It then identifies the contextual factors and actions needed to ensure current and future opportunities for school children take full advantage of technology for learning.
Guide

Prototyping framework: a guide to prototyping new ideas


This guide introduces prototyping as a way to test and improve ideas early, before piloting or large-scale investment. It supports evidence-based policymaking by refining concepts through structured experimentation. The framework includes practical guidance, stages and a checklist to help tailor the process for individuals or organisations with untested ideas.
Report

The neighbourhood challenge


This UK report looks at how communities can lead meaningful change in their neighbourhoods? What approaches to stimulating and supporting community-led action work best in different areas? How can government and funders catalyse locally-led innovation in a way that achieves impact at any kind of scale? These are some of the questions that we are...
Report

State of uncertainty


This paper proposes a new model for innovation policy that clearly distinguishes it from industrial policy.
Report

Creative clusters and innovation: putting creativity on the map


It has long been recognised that industrial clustering benefits businesses by giving them access to skilled staff and shared services, and the opportunity to capture valuable knowledge spillovers. This is equally true of creative businesses, as exemplified by Hollywood, or closer to home by a host of thriving UK clusters, from post-production in Soho to...