AI and VR could divide or unite – and FE needs to lead the charge AI is already making a splash, with VR and AR not far behind, says Rob Wraith. FE leaders must start planning for their implementation
Amid struggling leadership and management, two FE colleges shine New research points to an education-wide issue with quality of leadership and management, but some FE providers stand out, say Niamh O Regan and Anthony Painter
How we’re helping people SWAP unemployment for NHS careers Weston College’s sector-based work academies – or SWAPs – are tapping into potential to tackle NHS skills shortages, explains Mike Hudson
What the SEND pilot reveals about English and maths in apprenticeships The successful pilot to flex apprenticeships for learners with SEND but no EHCP makes a powerful case to rethink requirements for everyone else, says Paul Warner
Autumn statement: It’s time for real incentives for skills development Employers need to be better supported and much better informed to invest in the skills they and the economy need, writes Rachel Thomas
AoC conference: brewing optimism amid a sector finding its voice The FE genie isn’t going back in the bottle whatever the election outcome, says Rebecca Durber, so let’s fight clever for our sector
We must move from availability to accessibility to end period inequality Women and girls are still missing education due to periods, despite success of period equality schemes, writes Kelly Greenaway
Learners with SEND take centre stage in our jobs marketplace Real-life learning in our unique college marketplace is vital training for students’ future employment prospects, says Jennifer Fawcett-Jones
Three priorities for college governors in the lead-up to a general election Shaid Mahmood shares his insights on the future of governance as he stands down from his position as Luminate chair