The terms and conditions for educational institutions subscribing to Pebble cover several important aspects of usage, project management, and intellectual property rights. Below is a summary: Platform Access and Licensing: Educational institutions are provided access to Pebble as a platform to facilitate project-based learning opportunities for students. This is offered on a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, with terms dictating how institutions can create and manage projects that connect students with businesses. Project Creation and Management: Institutions can create internal projects (focused on internal learning objectives) and select external projects (collaborations with external businesses). They act as facilitators, ensuring students are supervised and projects align with course requirements. Intellectual Property (IP) Rights: In Pebble’s framework, Intellectual Property (IP) rights arising from student work differ depending on the industry. For certain industries, such as engineering or technology, IP may automatically transfer to the business once the student is compensated. However, in creative industries—such as media, design, and performing arts—businesses receive a license to use the IP rather than a full transfer of ownership. This license is established through specific agreements between the institution, the business, and the student, ensuring that creative rights are managed appropriately while allowing the business to utilize the work. Confidentiality and Data Protection: Educational institutions must maintain confidentiality concerning business and project details, complying with data protection laws (GDPR) regarding the handling of student and business data. Institutions are responsible for ensuring that students also adhere to confidentiality agreements. These terms ensure that institutions have clear guidelines on managing projects, protecting IP rights, and fulfilling their role as intermediaries between students and businesses. For specific legal details, the institution must refer to the full terms provided by Pebble.

Using Pebble’s platform provides several benefits for educational institutions: Real-World Learning Opportunities: Pebble connects students with real industry projects, enhancing practical learning experiences that align with course objectives. Streamlined Project Management: Institutions can easily create, manage, and track both internal and external projects through a user-friendly interface. Collaboration with Businesses: Pebble facilitates partnerships between educational institutions and businesses, fostering stronger industry-academic collaborations. Data-Driven Insights: Evaluation data from projects can be used to assess student progress, tailor workshops, and improve course relevance to industry needs. Customizable IP Agreements: Institutions can manage IP rights based on project type, ensuring clear agreements between students and businesses. Enhanced Recruitment and Marketing: Testimonials and project successes can be used to promote courses and support student recruitment efforts. Overall, Pebble enhances student employability, strengthens institutional-industry partnerships, and simplifies the management of real-world learning projects.

Pebble simplifies the process of project management and collaboration for educational stakeholders. The platform provides a centralized data platform where faculty can easily create, manage, and monitor projects. It also facilitates communication between faculty, students, and industry partners.

Pebble offers a diverse range of projects, from external live projects with real businesses to internal collaborative projects within the institution. These projects cover various industries and skill sets, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in their fields of study. Outcomes that the students can 'deliver' are: Logo design, podcast production, app development, product prototype, music composition, video editing, branding guidelines, sculpture, technical drawing, animation storyboard, interior design, social media campaign, virtual reality environment, set design, choreography, electrical wiring plan, CAD drawings, woodworking project, game design, special effects design, album artwork, furniture design, coding project, stage lighting design, construction blueprint, digital marketing strategy, robotics assembly, exhibition setup, photography portfolio, performance.... and much more! Pebble originally specialized in connecting PBL from the Creative Industries to the Creative Schools of Learning: Art and Design, Media and Multimedia, Music and Performing Arts, Hair and Beauty etc... Pebble also now incudes PBL opportunities from diverse subject areas such as: Construction, Engineering, Business, Computing, Training and Skills and many more...​ For a better understanding, check out the testimonial videos by selecting the 'Testimonials button' from the main navigation.

Pebble ensures data security and privacy for educational institutions through several key measures: Compliance with Data Protection Regulations: Pebble adheres to GDPR and other relevant data protection laws, ensuring that personal data is collected, processed, and stored securely. Data Encryption: All data transmitted between users and the platform is encrypted to prevent unauthorized access during transfer. Access Control: Permissions and roles ensure that only authorized personnel can view or manage student and project data. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA): Pebble conducts DPIAs to assess and mitigate any potential privacy risks, particularly when handling sensitive student or business information. Secure Data Storage: Data is stored securely in compliance with industry standards, ensuring that institutional, student, and business information is protected. These measures ensure that your institution’s data is safeguarded, maintaining privacy and security at every level of interaction with the platform.

Pebble is a revolutionary platform that facilitates collaboration and streamlines processes for many stakeholders in educational institutions. Please contact us to find out more information about how Pebble streamlines many processes within the college ecosystem for up to 16 different stakeholders!

In Pebble's legal framework, the Intellectual Property (IP) rights for businesses are handled in a way that varies based on the industry. For businesses in sectors like technology, engineering, and construction, the IP automatically transfers to the business once a student is compensated for their work. This means that the business gains full ownership of any creations or innovations that arise from the student's involvement in the project. However, in creative industries—such as media, design, and performing arts—businesses receive a license to use the IP rather than a full transfer of ownership. This license is established through specific agreements between the institution, the business, and the student, ensuring that creative rights are managed appropriately while allowing the business to utilize the work. For more details, you can refer to the legal documents outlining the specific terms and conditions for each type of IP agreement.

Pebble ensures data security and privacy for industry and community users through the following measures: GDPR Compliance: Pebble adheres to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant privacy laws, ensuring that all personal and business data is handled securely and in compliance with legal requirements. Data Encryption: Pebble uses encryption to protect data during transmission, ensuring that sensitive information shared between industry or community users and the platform is safeguarded from unauthorized access. Access Controls: Role-based access controls ensure that only authorized individuals can access project-related information, providing enhanced security for sensitive data. Secure Data Storage: Pebble stores all data in secure, industry-standard cloud environments, ensuring that user information is protected from breaches or data loss. Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA): Pebble conducts DPIAs to evaluate and minimize privacy risks, especially when handling sensitive industry or community data. These comprehensive measures ensure that industry and community users can confidently use Pebble while maintaining the security and privacy of their data.

Here is a summary of the main terms and conditions for external users (industry and community) using Pebble: Platform Access: External users (businesses, charities, etc.) are granted non-exclusive, non-transferable access to the Pebble platform to post projects and receive project assistance from students. Project Listings: External users can list an unlimited number of projects and must ensure that all listings are accurate, complete, and comply with the requirements of the educational institutions they partner with. Project Assistance: Students provide project assistance as part of their learning experience. External users are responsible for evaluating the student's performance within 10 business days upon project completion or termination. Confidentiality: External users must keep confidential any information shared by students or educational institutions and must not use this information for purposes other than the project itself. Intellectual Property (IP) Rights: For certain industries, IP automatically transfers to the business once the student is compensated. However, for creative industries, the business receives a license to use the IP, rather than a full transfer. User Responsibilities: External users must act professionally, treat all participants with respect, and adhere to legal obligations when using the platform. Liability and Dispute Resolution: Pebble is not liable for the quality of project assistance provided or any disputes between businesses, students, and educational institutions. These terms ensure that external users engage with students and institutions in a professional and structured manner, while maintaining confidentiality and managing intellectual property rights appropriately

Anyone can use Pebble! (an individual, a charity, a club, an organisation, an SME or a larger company) By registering on Pebble, you can post projects and collaborate with students, gaining access to fresh ideas, innovative solutions, and a talented pool of students. Examples of Outcomes that the students can 'Deliver' are: Logo design, podcast production, app development, product prototype, music composition, video editing, branding guidelines, sculpture, technical drawing, animation storyboard, interior design, social media campaign, virtual reality environment, set design, choreography, electrical wiring plan, CAD drawings, woodworking project, game design, special effects design, album artwork, furniture design, coding project, stage lighting design, construction blueprint, digital marketing strategy, robotics assembly, exhibition setup, photography portfolio, performance.... and much more! Pebble originally specialized in connecting PBL from the Creative Industries to the Creative Schools of Learning: Art and Design, Media and Multimedia, Music and Performing Arts, Hair and Beauty etc... Pebble also now incudes PBL opportunities from diverse subject areas such as: Construction, Engineering, Business, Computing, Training and Skills and many more...​ For a better understanding, check out the testimonial videos by selecting the 'Testimonials button' from the main navigation.

When a business offers compensation, such as Amazon gift credits, to a student for their project work, the IP rights are transferred to the business upon completion and compensation receipt. This process is outlined in the Terms and Conditions of Pebble. In Pebble's legal framework, the Intellectual Property (IP) rights for businesses are handled in a way that varies based on the industry. For businesses in sectors like technology, engineering, and construction, the IP automatically transfers to the business once a student is rewarded with an amount of (digital gift credit) for their work. Typical amounts of (digital gift credit) start from £50 to £100 plus! This means that the business gains full ownership of any creations or innovations that arise from the student's involvement in the project. However, in creative industries—such as media, design, and performing arts—businesses receive a license to use the IP rather than a full transfer of ownership. This license is established through specific agreements between the institution, the business, and the student, ensuring that creative rights are managed appropriately while allowing the business to utilize the work. For more details, you can refer to the legal documents outlining the specific terms and conditions for each type of IP agreement.

Some key benefits of using Pebble include: Access to a talented pool of students with diverse skill sets. Fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to industry challenges. Opportunity to support and mentor the next generation of talent. Streamlined project management and communication processes. Enhanced social value by contributing to student development and education.

Industry and community users can post a wide range of projects on Pebble, from small tasks to large-scale initiatives. These projects can span various industries such as art and design, media and multimedia, music and performing arts, hair and beauty, marketing + advertising, technology, engineering, construction, hospitality and more.

Yes, Pebble is absolutely free to register and also free to use. There are no hidden costs although you may want to reward the student with Amazon Gift Credit - note: There is no obligation to reward the student for work produced + only if the work produced is of usable quality. Typical amounts of (digital gift credit) start from (£50 to £100 +) which can be emailed directly to the student.