Assessment Reform in the Age of AI: A Turning Point for the Skills Sector
Across the education and skills sector, conversations about artificial intelligence have been dominated by a single concern: cheating. Can students use AI to write essays?…
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Opening the Black Box: Can AI Repair the Student–Teacher Feedback Loop?
The rhythm of the further education calendar is punctuated by the recurring ritual of the GCSE English & Maths mock exam. Far from being confined…
IN4 Group acquires Midlands apprenticeship provider ATL to scale Apprenticeships nationwide
Professional technology training and skills provider IN4 Group has acquired Approved Training Ltd (ATL), a Midlands-based apprenticeship provider specialising in manufacturing and engineering, in a…
Learning where to apply AI is critical for training to deliver productivity
There is no shortage of ambition in the UK’s skills system. The government’s commitment to provide free AI training to 10 million workers by 2030,…
What the rise of practical jobs says about skills, employability and opportunity in the age of AI
As the UK’s labour market remains cool, Indeed’s latest Opportunity Index shows that opportunity has not disappeared, but it is no longer evenly spread. Instead,…
UK among global leaders on workplace AI use, but deep divide opens between users and non-users
New Indeed Hiring Lab research finds strong UK adoption, uneven productivity gains and a large group at risk of being left behind New global research…
Docsity AI turns smartphones into accessible study companions
Docsity, the collaborative learning platform, has launched the Docsity AI app which transforms learning materials (audio, photos, videos, links, lectures, charts, notes) into effective study…
What business leaders should be focusing on in 2026 – from staff digital literacy to professional development
Last year, Managing Director at ACT, Richard Spear, shared his predictions for the months ahead in the work-based learning landscape. These included growing demand for…
University of Chester Law School leads the way with future-ready technology
The University of Chester Law School is among the first in the UK to pioneer a new technology which aims to help students thrive in…
Building the Foundations for Ethical AI in Post 16 Education
The UK’s education system is undergoing its most significant reform in over a decade. The Curriculum and Assessment Review (CAR) sets out a vision for…
