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ALTC26 ALT’s Annual Conference 20-21 October 2026, Cardiff

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ALTC26 ALT’s Annual Conference 20-21 October 2026, Cardiff

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We’re delighted to confirm that ALT’s Annual Conference 2026 (ALTC26) will take place on 20–21 October 2026 in Cardiff. The conference will be hosted at the Holland House Hotel in the city centre.

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NATESOL's Technology in ELT - Free Online Conference 16 May 2026, 09:30 – 15:30, Online

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NATESOL's Technology in ELT - Free Online Conference 16 May 2026, 09:30 – 15:30, Online

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NATESOL Annual Conference 2026 | NATESOL

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NATESOL’s 42nd Annual Conference - Technology for 21st Century English Language Learning and Teaching

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AoC Digital Futures Conference 2026 Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 June, 09:30-12:45, Online

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AoC Digital Futures Conference 2026 Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 June, 09:30-12:45, Online

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AoC Digital Futures Conference 2026 Online via Zoom Wednesday 17 and Thursday 18 June, 09:30-12:45 The AoC Digital Futures Conference brings together…

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Funding Changes and Implications for the FE and Skills Sector - Getting Ready for 2026/27 - Tuesday 12 May 2026 ( 14:00 - 16:00 ) - Online 

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Funding Changes and Implications for the FE and Skills Sector - Getting Ready for 2026/27 - Tuesday 12 May 2026 ( 14:00 - 16:00 ) - Online 

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Our membership puts your needs first, with more flexibility, inclusivity, and exceptional value - Get in touch to learn how our membership could support you.

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Digital leaders programme - 3-26 November 2026

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Digital leaders programme - 3-26 November 2026

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Digital technologies play a central role in the ways that today's students manage their lives and work - and they expect their university or college and its staff to be similarly open to the potential of digital.

How do you meet their expectations? How does your organisation craft and implement a digital strategy that enhances learning and teaching, builds reputation and enables you to develop a competitive edge?

The course will be led by our subject specialists John Sumpter, Chris Thomson and Zac Gribble.

Who will lead the digital agenda?

Whether you are already in a leadership role or you have one in your sights, our digital leaders programme will equip you to lead the digital agenda. Over four days (two, two-day residentials) we'll inspire you and give you the tools, knowledge and confidence to pass that inspiration on to others within your organisation.

As a leader (or aspiring leader) your organisation needs you to:

Invest in your personal and professional development to keep your skills and knowledge current

Explore how organisations can engage more effectively and creatively with digital technology - at both strategic and operational levels

Discover and reflect on how digital technology is changing the way your organisation operates - creating new leadership challenges and strategic opportunities

Learn to lead, manage and influence digitally driven change across organisations, departments, services and teams

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Digital technologies play a central role in the ways that today's students manage their lives and work - and they expect their university or college and its staff to be similarly open to the potential of digital. How do you meet their expectations?

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Driving digital sustainability - 16 July 2026

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Driving digital sustainability - 16 July 2026

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Build confidence in advocating for and implementing sustainable digital strategies.

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About

The workshop aims to equip participants with practical tools and strategies to reduce their institution's environmental footprint while identifying opportunities for cost savings.

Through a mix of interactive presentations and collaborative group activities, attendees will gain concrete actions to integrate into their sustainability plans, ensuring their digital activities benefit both the environment and their institution's bottom line.

The programme is divided into two parts: the first covers key concepts and evaluates the impact of various digital sustainability initiatives; the second focuses on prioritising and tailoring these initiatives to the specific needs of each organisation.

This 2-hour workshop is delivered live online. Face to face in-house sessions for institutions can be arranged upon request.

Objectives

Equip participants with practical strategies to reduce environmental impact and operational costs

Identify and prioritise sustainability interventions suited to each institution

Foster a community of practice for ongoing collaboration and knowledge sharing

Who should attend

Ideal participants include IT managers, sustainability professionals, senior leaders, and teams in further education and higher education sectors who are responsible for digital strategy and sustainability initiatives. The workshop is particularly relevant for those seeking practical, high-impact solutions to integrate sustainable practices within their operations.

Maximum group size 20.

What we cover

This 2 hour live online workshop will cover:

Understanding digital sustainability: what it is, why it matters, and its impact on institutions and the wider world

Mapping your digital footprint: identifying areas of high environmental impact and opportunities for improvement

Strategies for sustainable change: practical methods for reducing carbon emissions in digital operations

Tools and frameworks: explore tools and methodologies to support sustainability initiatives

Training outcomes

By the end of the session participants will be able to:

Be able to assess and reduce the environmental impact of their digital practices

Develop a tailored action plan to drive sustainability initiatives in their organisation

Understand key tools and frameworks for monitoring and maintaining digital sustainability

Build confidence in advocating for and implementing sustainable digital strategies

Earn digital credentials for this course

By completing this course, you can earn the completed digital badge.

Find out more about digital credentials.

Pricing and eligibility

Jisc member - £95 + VAT

Non member, not-for-profit - £115 + VAT

Commercial organisations - £150 + VAT

Member types and VAT information

Jisc members - typically publicly funded FE, HE and research institutions

Non-members - Eligible local government, public sector, private/independent education providers and non-profit customers

VAT - VAT is charged at 20% of the value of the service.

For more information, email training@jisc.ac.uk or phone 01235 822242.

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The workshop aims to equip participants with practical tools and strategies to reduce their institution's environmental footprint while identifying opportunities for cost savings. Through a mix of interactive presentations and collaborative group activities, attendees will gain concrete actions to integrate into their sustainability plans, ensuring their digital activities benefit both the environment and their institution's bottom line.

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Foundations of leading with data - 21 and 23 July 2026

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Foundations of leading with data - 21 and 23 July 2026

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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Foundations of leading with data - 16 and 18 June

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Foundations of leading with data - 16 and 18 June

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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Digital approaches to embedding employability into the curriculum - 24 June 2026

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Digital approaches to embedding employability into the curriculum - 24 June 2026

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Prepare your learners to thrive in their future careers.

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Developing learners’ employability skills - Jisc

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Prepare your learners to thrive in their future careers.

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Supporting learners' digital identity and wellbeing - 24 June 2026

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Supporting learners' digital identity and wellbeing - 24 June 2026

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Using digital technologies to help learners thrive in a digital world.

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This online workshop will explore ways in which technology-enhanced learning can support the development of learners' digital identity and wellbeing.

Supporting learners' digital identity and wellbeing is a key driver for organisations who want to prepare their learners for the digital workplace. Participants will explore the issues learners face when developing digital identities and will be asked to complete a short survey and identify some key challenges that they face. They will reflect on current organisational practices, and address these challenges by sharing their approaches and solutions.

The workshop will help build confidence in participants and provide them with a range of activities to use with learners so they can make informed and responsible choices when using digital technologies that help them thrive in a digital world.

Participants will then be able to take away the associated resources and complete, reflect on and follow up the activities in their own time.

Participants will also be able to use the associated resources to run similar workshops in their own organisational settings.

"Excellent training from knowledgeable facilitators. Great use of interactive technology to gain feedback from participants. "

practitioner and workshop participant

Benefits

Share good practice and learn from others from within the education community

Take away materials and skills to share with your teams

One year of online support following the course

Learn with our subject specialists

All course materials provided

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Supporting learners' digital identity and wellbeing

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This online workshop will explore ways in which technology-enhanced learning can support the development of learners' digital identity and wellbeing. Supporting learners' digital identity and wellbeing is a key driver for organisations who want to prepare their learners for the digital workplace.

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Foundations of leading with data - 19 and 21 May 2026

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Foundations of leading with data - 19 and 21 May 2026

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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Equip yourself with the fundamental skills and knowledge to drive data initiatives.

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LSRN Online MA in Education Conference July 4 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Online

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LSRN Online MA in Education Conference July 4 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, Online

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Game-based Learning, making the most of Minecraft Education in the classroom - Wednesday 20 May (09:30 - 12:30) - Online

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Game-based Learning, making the most of Minecraft Education in the classroom - Wednesday 20 May (09:30 - 12:30) - Online

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Our membership puts your needs first, with more flexibility, inclusivity, and exceptional value - Get in touch to learn how our membership could support you.

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AI's Okay, You're in Control - Wednesday 6 May (09:30 - 12:30) - Online

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AI's Okay, You're in Control - Wednesday 6 May (09:30 - 12:30) - Online

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Our membership puts your needs first, with more flexibility, inclusivity, and exceptional value - Get in touch to learn how our membership could support you.

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Something exciting is happening in Bradford this June! Innovate North is back at Bradford College, and it’s free!

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Some great online workshops from College Development Network from March 2026 some with focus on AI in College Sector relevant to all 

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Some great online workshops from College Development Network from March 2026 some with focus on AI in College Sector relevant to all 

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College Development Network supports the sector to deliver best practice, share innovations and develop colleges and their staff.

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ARPCE 6th International Research Conference Friday 10th July – Sunday 12th July 2026, Oxford

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ARPCE 6th International Research Conference Friday 10th July – Sunday 12th July 2026, Oxford

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ARPCE 6th International Research Conference

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AmplifyFE - Assessing in the AI era: an AI usage scale in practice Friday, 17 April 2026 - 12:30, Online

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AmplifyFE - Assessing in the AI era: an AI usage scale in practice Friday, 17 April 2026 - 12:30, Online

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AmplifyFE - Rest and Resilience. CPD for Uncertain Times in FE | Association for Learning Technology

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If you had a completely free day… Where would you go? What would you do?

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Merged Futures 8 annual free tech innovation showcase Friday 26 June 2026 Northampton

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Merged Futures 8 annual free tech innovation showcase Friday 26 June 2026 Northampton

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Save the date for Merged Futures 8! Our annual free tech innovation showcase returns to the University of Northampton on Friday 26 June 2026 .

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Safeguarding and Prevent, Your Essential Update: What You Need to Know - Thursday 14 May 2026 (9:30 - 12:30) - In Person

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Safeguarding and Prevent, Your Essential Update: What You Need to Know - Thursday 14 May 2026 (9:30 - 12:30) - In Person

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Our membership puts your needs first, with more flexibility, inclusivity, and exceptional value - Get in touch to learn how our membership could support you.

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Reimagining and Reclaiming Adult and Further Education: New Horizons Wednesday 24 June 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM, Birmingham

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Reimagining and Reclaiming Adult and Further Education: New Horizons Wednesday 24 June 2026, 9 AM - 5 PM, Birmingham

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Interested in research? Have a research idea you want to develop? This Congress will offer you an opportunity to share your experience as a practitioner and to get involved in research activities in AFE.
The Congress approach is participatory and delegate-driven. The format we have chosen positions each delegate as an active contributor and meaning-maker. The ethos of the Congress is rooted in a desire to cast a critical light on top-down policy-making. We are seeking to achieve an inclusive, participatory model of discussion by capturing the diverse voices and interests in Adult and Further Education (AFE). AFE teachers, managers and students have endured more than a quarter century of policy churn, constrained funding and instability. The Congress provides a space to meet and share practices, ideas and experiences and look for ways forward.

The Congress is not organised like a conference. The focus is on active involvement as you share experiences and discuss a theme that is important in Adult and Further Education. You are invited to join a strand related to your chosen theme that over the coming year will evolve into your active involvement in collaborative research.

We will endeavour to meet everyone's preferences. Please choose a first, second and third choice on the registration page.
i) Intensification of work, the Pastoral Needs Crisis & Mental Health.
This strand will focus on a perceived intensification of the work undertaken by adult and further education staff in the past decade and a half. The impact of the austerity measures of the Coalition Government (2010-15) imposed significant budget cuts across many public services and led to an increased volume of student pastoral needs. In addition, amongst the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, an increase in needs associated with the mental health and well-being of students is also placing additional demands on adult and further education staff.

We will focus on current experiences and talk about the cultures and practices that make it possible to continue to work effectively and safely in the current difficult circumstances. The afternoon session will focus on the future to explore what changes are needed and to support delegates to undertake research that can highlight issues and share insights that can benefit practitioners and influence policy.
ii) Climate Action and Green Research in AFE
"The future is already here, it's just not evenly distributed" William Gibson

Building on work from last year's Congress, this workshop brings us up to date with significant shifts around climate action work in AFE.

Together, we'll think about what 'green research' means and what impact it can have, and how the 'green confetti' of individual sustainability projects can bring energy to whole-sector systems and mindset change approaches.

We'll continue to think together about what we can do, what we can do together and what do we need to support us in our work.
iii) Policy and a socially just curriculum.
For decades, vocational education policies have focused decades on qualifications reform: a constant upheaval whilst school subjects hardly alter. These changes rarely address in depth the question of how the curriculum can make a real difference to the life chances of students entering further education. What forms of knowledge can connect to their lives, experiences and understandings, and what forms will help them lead enriched lives? What forms of skill have value and potential for their futures, and which are meaningless? What else is needed to prepare improve learners lives over time? How can teachers' practice best combat these inequalities?
iv) Quality, teaching and learning and Initial Teacher Education.
This strand delves into the critical aspects of teaching, professional development, and teacher education within the Adult & Further Education sector. Morning discussions will explore how educators are navigating current sector challenges, including funding pressures, shifting policy landscapes, and the evolving needs of diverse adult learners. These sessions will examine how colleagues respond to such complexities while sustaining high-quality teaching, strengthening engagement, and driving meaningful learner outcomes. Afternoon sessions will look ahead, focusing on innovative, research-informed approaches to Professional Learning and Initial Teacher Education (ITE).

Participants will consider strategies for empowering educators to thrive within an ever-evolving landscape, examining areas such as resilience-building, inclusive pedagogies, and the development of collaborative professional communities. The emphasis throughout is on approaches grounded in evidence, inquiry, and practice-based research. This strand offers a space to share insights, examine emerging themes, and shape future directions for teaching and learning in Adult & Further Education learning environments.

Crucially, the conversations and research emerging from these sessions will extend beyond the walls of the congress, informing ongoing enquiry, influencing institutional practice, and supporting sustained professional growth across the sector. It is designed for teachers, trainers, managers, and anyone committed to advancing educational practice and educator agency in these dynamic fields.
v) Leadership and Governance in Adult and Further Education.
This strand explores critical perspectives on leadership and governance in Adult and Further Education during the continuing times of significant changes. Morning discussions will examine current challenges facing AFE leaders and governors, funding pressures, and evolving stakeholder demands, including the needs of our students and their future employers. Given the changes in the sector, we would like to explore any emerging synergies in order to reimagine AFE, including efforts to formulate partnerships with the HE sector. The strand would also like to follow-up on any developmental work/research done in leadership and governance since the 2025 Congress. The afternoon session will focus on developing forward-thinking approaches to leadership and governance, identifying strategies for positive change, and building networks for ongoing collaboration over the following 12 months. Join us to share experiences, challenge traditional models, and help shape the future of leadership and governance in the AFE sector. This strand welcomes leaders, governors, practitioners, students and anyone interested in AFE leadership development.

Places are limited - Register today!

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adult and further education congress: new horizons

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adult and further education congress: new horizons birmingham

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adult and further education congress: new horizons birmingham tickets

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Adult and Further Education Congress: New Horizons

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Eventbrite - BCU University Events presents Adult and Further Education Congress: New Horizons - Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Seacole Building, Birmingham, England. Find event and ticket information.

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From evidence to action in FE and Skills 17 June, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Online

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From evidence to action in FE and Skills 17 June, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Online

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LSRN X BL Researcher Development Workshops for FE

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This innovative three-part workshop series is designed to inspire and equip beginner researchers with the essential skills to embark on their own research journeys.

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25th Irish Learning Technology Association's (ILTA) EdTech 2026 Conference Wednesday, 3 June and Thursday, 4 June 2026, Dublin 

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25th Irish Learning Technology Association's (ILTA) EdTech 2026 Conference Wednesday, 3 June and Thursday, 4 June 2026, Dublin 

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Abstract Submissions and Presentations – ILTA

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BELMAS Annual Conference 2026 Friday 3 July to Sunday 5 July, Cardiff 

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BELMAS Annual Conference 2026 Friday 3 July to Sunday 5 July, Cardiff 

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Dates & Times Start: Friday 3rd July 2026 | Time 12:00 midday Finish: Sunday 5th July 2026 | Time 14:00 Venue Leonardo Hotel Cardiff 1 Park Pl, Cardiff CF10 3DN Location Set within a stunning Victorian building in the heart of Cardiff, the Leonardo Hotel offers an ideal setting for both leisure and business travellers. […]

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Natspec National Conference 9 and 10 June 2026, Birmingham 

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Natspec National Conference 9 and 10 June 2026, Birmingham 

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Our conferences provide CPD and networking opportunities for professionals.

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NATECLA ESOL Managers’ Network Forum Thursday 14 May 2026 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM 

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NATECLA ESOL Managers’ Network Forum Thursday 14 May 2026 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM 

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National Association of Teaching English and Community Languages to Adults

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Join us for the next network meeting for ESOL managers working in Further Education(FE), adult education and third sector settings across the UK.

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Edufuturists Uprising is back with a bang for 2026. After another roaring success in Manchester in 2025, the Wolfpack is back for its EIGHTH annual awards event. Celebrating educators and the organisations that make a difference for learners, there will be a whole raft of awards presented in Liverpool on 25th June.

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https://amplifyfe.alt.ac.uk

Through the partnership between the Association for Learning Technology (ALT) and Ufi VocTech Trust, AmplifyFE supports professionals to share, collaborate and learn.