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Progression: Is There a Better Way? At the FE Collective

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In the ever-evolving landscape of further education, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. The FE News team is proud to announce their first-ever event, the “FE Collective,” an exciting gathering of visionaries, educators, and industry leaders. This event will host three engaging sessions, each offering a unique perspective on the future of education. In this article, we’re thrilled to unveil exclusive insights from the event’s speakers through their presentation slides.

In the final session, “Progression: Is There a Better Way?” speakers will discuss and debate the ways in which students progress through their educational journeys. Explore the thought-provoking ideas and suggestions presented in their slides, and join the conversation on reshaping the educational progression models to better serve the diverse needs of learners.

Speaking in this epic session, we had Professor Tom Bewick, Professor Deirdre Hughes and Dr Katerina Kolyva, followed by a group discussion with Paul Grainger and Charles McIntyre. Check out their slides below:

From Professor Tom Bewick, we had:

From Professor Deirdre Hughes, we had:

Join us as we bring you the most thought-provoking and transformative insights from the FE Collective event. These articles will provide an exclusive opportunity to access the ideas and expertise presented by our esteemed speakers, helping you stay at the forefront of the evolving world of education. Don’t miss the chance to explore the future of further education through the eyes of these industry pioneers.


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