That Monday morning feeling…and the buzz of a new beginning Mondays get a bad rap, but the first day of the week is where hope, possibility and the very heart of education live
We’re not thinking big enough on construction training reform We should consider structural changes, such as the 14-19 model used in Europe, but yet again we’re just tinkering with qualifications
Inclusivity means more than your team showing up for a meeting There are steps a leader should take to ensure all team members feel able to speak up, share ideas and give their best
ITPs must play a major role in bolstering post-16 capacity The teenage population boom should not be solved by expanding colleges alone since many young people want teaching that’s more closely aligned to work
Young coders lack the experience to spot when AI’s getting it wrong Learners still need to be taught foundational knowledge of how software systems work, and the switch to a reliance on LLMs means they’re not ready for work
In the AI arms race, teachers can use detection tools to stay ahead Using a detector gives teachers the confidence to talk to students about constructive AI use and the dangers of relying on shortcuts
Students must be more Kendrick, less Drake with their learning Generative AI hasn’t just broken the essay; it has exposed the hollow core of default assessment. To fix it, we must look to a French philosopher and the modern masters of intentional writing
What some of our students overcome is without compare Grades don’t tell the whole story. For some students, just reaching the exam hall is a triumph – and no national measure can capture that
FE leaders must work together on AI to deliver what students need A sector-wide approach to AI is vital to overcome the barriers created by funding, time and capacity constraints