Chance to nominate people and projects transforming lives through learning
People and projects transforming lives through learning across Wales are being sought for this year’s Inspire! Adult Learning Awards which are now open for nominations.…
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Essential skills for a changing workforce: What the further education sector needs to know about the NFER’s new landmark report
With nearly one million young people currently not in education, employment or training, a rapidly evolving labour market, and employers voicing growing concerns about the…
Unlocking Wales’ Learning Potential: Why Adult Education Matters More than Ever
Every September, Adult Learners’ Week, which runs from September 15 to 21, shines a light on the transformative power of learning. It’s a chance to…
Unlocking UK Learner Mobility
In today’s fast-paced global economy, earning a degree is a good foundation but many employers want proof of practical skills from day one. Yet, the…
Rethinking Post-18 Education
Stuart Martin discusses how the UK university sector faces significant challenges amid financial strain and shifting educational demands. He explores the need for systemic transformation…
The Surprisingly Easy Solutions to the UK’s Skills Shortage
Funding and government support often grab headlines when it comes to fixing the UK’s skills shortage. However, there are some quicker remedies available to employers,…
Top Universities talk for Young Learners
Hundreds of young learners were recently invited to attend the launch of the Swansea Seren Hub for 2024/25, where they were able to find out…
Reducing Dropout Rates in UK Universities with EdTech Solutions and Improving the Bottom Line, Why Wouldn’t You?
Exploring the Challenges with Solutions Universities are grappling with financial pressures that may be greater than they’d like to admit. Recent headlines about bankrupt universities…
New degree verification system saves time and stops degree fraud
A new automated system for verifying degrees could save institutions hundreds of hours of staff time per year, eliminate degree fraud and make the graduate…
Met Office data portal helps academia access climate data
Allows users to better understand and respond to climate change The Met Office’s Climate Data Portal has recently gone live, giving academic organisations improved access to climate…