Leading Primary Computing with Confidence

In this webinar, David Byrne and Mark Heffernan will explore the importance of discussing voice and persona with learners. With the development of AI, it’s become even more important for learners to know their voice, to know how they want to come across, and to stand out from AI generated content. This content is available to Modern English Teacher subscribers.

Episode Date: Thursday 2nd April 2026 Computing, IT and cyber security is one of the fastest-moving areas in post-16 education, and one of the most directly affected by qualification reform. As large applied qualifications are phased out, colleges delivering digital programmes must rethink how they structure provision to meet both learner needs and an industry that evolves by the month. In Episode Four of Defunded, Not Derailed, we move from science to digital, applying the same subject-specific lens to explore what strong Level 3 computing, IT and cyber security provision looks like from here. What qualification alternatives are available? How can colleges design programmes that keep pace with rapid industry change? And what role might V Levels and mixed study programmes play in shaping digital pathways? Gavin O'Meara is joined by Vinay Thawait, Subject Advisor at Cambridge OCR, Aman Purewal from Coventry College, and Kris Hyde from Callywith College, to explore how digital specialists are navigating reform and what curriculum leaders should be considering now. Defunded Not Derailed was produced by FE News in partnership with Cambridge OCR.

What is the webinar about? Children and young people are growing up alongside AI tools that respond instantly, adapt to them, and feel surprisingly conversational. These moments can spark curiosity and connection, but they also introduce pressures that may shape how young people feel, relate and regulate - and the pace of change is faster than our understanding of its emotional impact. Join us for a fireside conversation where Thrive’s Viv Trask-Hall is joined by digital education specialist, Anthony Magee, and Safeguarding and Mental Health GLF Trust Lead, Fiona Jarman, to explore the emerging ways AI is shaping children’s emotional and social worlds, and how schools can respond. You’ll gain a high-level understanding of the emerging impact of AI, drawing on data and behavioural insights, alongside relational perspectives on supporting young people’s wellbeing as technology evolves.

In the sixth session of the free CODE learning and teaching webinar series , we will explore how we can design assessments that have purpose: to both measure whether students have met their learning outcomes, and also act as a learning opportunity in themselves. We will consider how the purpose of assessment can be to encourage not only learning, but also creativity and criticality, and what this might look like across different disciplines or institutions. How can we do this in the context of GenAI where students might be less motivated to focus on their own thoughts or responses in fear of getting it wrong, or in a situation when they feel too time-poor to successfully complete assessment? This session will explore some answers and approaches to this wicked problem. Purposeful assessment also needs to enable compassion and inclusivity, to ensure that all students feel able to get the most out of assessment opportunity - so these considerations will also be foregrounded during the session. 

Webinar series: AI in Primary History Session 4: AI Black Box: responsible use for primary teachers Presenter: Dr Vanessa Cui, Dr Louise Wheatcroft, Dr Jordan Bird Generative AI offers incredible potential for resource creation for teachers, but the current dominant generative AI tools' core function is to be an agreeable, helpful assistant. This often leads to oversimplified narratives and a lack of necessary nuance and criticality, not to mention the common ethical challenges generative AI tools present such as bias, inaccuracy and environmental impact. These challenges potentially can compromise the quality of teaching materials and the ethics of teachers' practice. This focused 60-minute session is designed to inform teachers about principles of how dominant Generative AI models function, including the crucial role of Alignment (training on human preference) in the way generative AI responds to human inputs with the aim to empower teachers to confidently understand, evaluate, and responsibly use generative AI tools across their professional practice. This session includes: Understanding agreement: explain the principle of alignment (human preference training) to teachers and why it causes AI to avoid complexity, challenge, and conflicting evidence. The criticality challenge: evaluate the key pitfalls of using AI for history — including historical bias, presentism, and factual hallucinations — and learn to spot them. The CLEAR Prompting Framework: you will gain an actionable framework designed for more critical engagement with dominant generative AI tool and consider its use in your practice. Action plan for responsible use: leave with a concrete plan, identifying up to three actions you can responsibly integrate AI into your professional practice, including the necessary steps for safe and ethical implementation in your school. Non-member instant-access price: £45.00 HA Members can get instant access for £30.00

Release Date: Wednesday 24th September, 2025 Hear from our expert panel of school and MAT senior leaders regarding all things AI including the challenges, benefits and how they are embracing AI in their schools and across MATs.

Are today’s classroom technologies really making teachers’ lives easier? In this episode of Teachwire Talks, Helen Mulley is joined by Ashleigh Kennedy from Dell Technologies and product marketing consultant Richi Fontaine to explore whether edtech is living up to its promise. Together, they discuss how technology has transformed schools, from interactive whiteboards to AI, and examine why workload remains such a challenge, even as new tools continue to emerge. Finally, they share practical insights into using digital tools more strategically, helping you save time while improving teaching and learning. About ED360 Teachers are under growing pressure to manage heavier workloads, respond to diverse student needs, close learning gaps, and confidently adopt new digital and AI-enabled approaches in the classroom. To support them effectively, schools need practical tools and accessible professional learning that can make an immediate difference. A clear next step is to register to join ED360 – Dell’s hub for smarter teaching – where educators can explore practical ideas, tackle common challenges, and see how modern technology and AI can support teaching and learning. The platform includes webinars, podcasts, classroom-ready resources, and expert-led content designed to help schools embrace future-ready IT and bring AI-driven learning into the classroom. Alongside ED360, educators can also benefit from other valuable resources such as Microsoft Learning Zone and Intel Skills for Innovation. Intel Skills for Innovation helps educators integrate technology into everyday learning through ready-to-use lesson plans, professional development, and real-world projects that build digital, problem-solving, and innovation skills. Microsoft Learning Zone is an AI-powered education app from Microsoft designed to help teachers create interactive lessons and learning activities more quickly. Register to join ED360 here . By encouraging teachers and school leaders to engage with ED360 and these wider resources, we can help reduce pressure, build confidence, and give educators practical support to create more engaging, inclusive, and future-ready learning experiences.

Explore the transformative impact of AI tools on higher education, with discussions on practical applications, ethical concerns, and the evolving role of educators in an AI-enabled world. In the fifth session of the free CODE learning and teaching webinar series , we will explore the positive and challenging impact on learning and teaching in Higher Education by Gen AI tools. In particular, we will discuss practical applications of using AI-powered systems in the curriculum and how these can enhance learning and teaching while also considering the concerns, issues around equity and privacy, and how the role of the educator needs to evolve to prepare students for an AI-enabled world. The session will draw from recent UK case studies and international best practices. 

Bett Asia is one of the Asia-Pacific region’s leading education technology events, bringing together educators, government leaders, innovators, and EdTech providers to explore the future of learning. Hosted in Kuala Lumpur, the event features an interactive expo showcasing cutting-edge teaching and learning solutions, alongside leadership summits, hands-on Tech User Labs, networking sessions, and expert-led discussions. Bett Asia provides a unique platform for discovering new classroom technologies, sharing best practices, and connecting with decision-makers shaping education across the region. Opening times - Malaysia Time 23 September 2026 Exhibition: 09:00 – 18:00 Conference: 08:45 – 17:00 24 September 2026 Exhibition: 09:00 – 17:00 Conference: 09:00 – 15:30

Wales’s leading education event, providing over 50 CPD-accredited seminars, networking opportunities, and access to education suppliers on topics spanning classroom practice, inclusion, leadership and staff support Ticket prices per seminar £10-£20

Following their record breaking conference in March 2026, join nEdEx (Network for Education Excellence) this October for The National Education Leaders Conference 2026, a dynamic and crucial event designed to equip heads, trust leaders, and senior staff with the insights and tools needed to navigate the evolving educational landscape. Hosted on Thursday 8th October 2026 at the Double Tree Hilton, Milton Keynes. We understand the complexity of leadership roles, which is why the 2026 conference is structured to offer maximum flexibility for delegates. Beyond the main agenda, which will feature industry leading keynote speeches, delegates have the power to curate their own day. You can choose from bespoke sessions across 6 dedicated, key-themed rooms, which open up in both the morning and afternoon, allowing you to deep-dive into the areas most relevant to your current priorities.

Topics: Martyn's Law, DfE digital & technology standards, classrooms of the future - your digital strategy, grants & winning applications Wired In For Education Event hosted by tec Just Better at the Mary Rose Museum Education Centre Our panel of four speakers will bring education settings up to speed with both Martyn’s Law and how it affects educational settings, and the updated DfE digital and technology standards across 6 core areas. Speakers will also discuss: Developing an integrated digital strategy and what the classrooms of the future look like; funding opportunities and creating a winning grant application; and the latest cyber security insights and free training across academic settings from SECCU, while partners will showcase integrated infrastructure technology solutions. Who should visit?: Head Teachers/Procurement/Facilities Managers, IT Manager, HR Manager/or SLT's Choice of tickets: Attendees can pre-book a morning or afternoon session, each featuring a 2.5 hour speaker/panel session where all speaker topics are covered and include a Q&A. (10.00am-12.30pm or 1.30pm-4.00pm)