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Festival of Learning: Linking Business with Education to Bring Learning Alive! (October 2023)
2023/11/16 • 33 views The Festival of Learning event held on 30 October held at BT Adastral Park brought a wide range of audiences together around the specific theme of technology to hear from key speakers leading in the field of technology, collaborate in discussion, opportunities for visiting exhibitor showcases and networking opportunities.

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Festival of Learning Oct 2023 Opener with Opening captions
2023/11/16 • 2 views

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ONSIDE Mentoring - Best Practice Network and Alpha Teaching School Hub - Emma Breckenridge
2023/11/15 • 4 views Emma Breckenridge, Best Practice Network & Alpha Teaching School Hub, Professional Development Facilitator Join us for an engaging session that delves into the development and rationale behind a comprehensive mentoring framework known as 'ONSIDE and Educative Mentoring'. Effective support for the professional growth, development, confidence, autonomy and well-being is at the heart of the reason for combining these evidence informed mentoring models. ONSIDE Mentoring ONSIDE mentoring is a holistic, evidence informed framework designed to support early career professionals, especially teachers, in their professional development and well-being. This approach emphasises one-on-one relationships between less experienced individuals and more experienced mentors, with a primary focus on nurturing learning, growth, and negotiation of professional cultures. It considers the unique challenges faced by early career professionals, making it a valuable tool for fostering their success and resilience in educational settings and beyond. Its primary purpose is to bolster the mentee's learning, personal development, and overall well-being, all while helping them navigate the intricacies of both their employing organization and the broader profession. We will focus on the practical implementation of mentoring as a formal arrangement, often occurring within the context of larger schemes or programs, making it accessible and valuable for both mentors and mentees. This session promises to shed light on the vital role mentoring plays in fostering professional growth and nurturing the well-being of early career professionals. Educative Mentoring Educative mentoring is a collaborative, knowledge-sharing relationship between an experienced educator and a less-experienced learner, aimed at facilitating the latter's professional growth and development. Unlike traditional mentoring, educative mentoring places a strong emphasis on active learning, critical reflection, and the co-construction of knowledge. It encourages mentees to take an active role in their learning journey, engaging in meaningful discussions, exploring pedagogical approaches, and fostering a deep understanding of educational principles. Through this dynamic process, educators not only gain valuable insights but also develop a sense of ownership over their professional development, ultimately leading to improved teaching practices and enhanced student outcomes. Combining Educative and ONSIDE mentoring in a structured framework helps.... 1. Personalized Support: Onside and educative mentoring tailors guidance to individual needs, ensuring personalised professional development. 2. Skill Enhancement: These mentoring models empower mentees to actively improve their skills through reflective practice and active learning. 3. Holistic Growth: They foster holistic growth, nurturing not only professional competencies but also wellbeing and confidence. 4. Knowledge Sharing: Onside and educative mentoring promote the exchange of expertise and experiences, enriching both mentors and mentees. 5. Resilience Building: Early career professionals benefit from resilience-building support, helping them navigate challenges effectively. 6. Ownership of Learning: Educative mentoring encourages learners to take ownership of their learning journey, fostering a sense of responsibility. 7. Pedagogical Exploration: Educative mentoring facilitates deep pedagogical exploration, resulting in enhanced teaching practices. 8. Professional Culture: Onside mentoring assists in navigating organisational and professional cultures, easing integration. 9. Support Networks: These models expand support networks, creating a sense of belonging and community among educators. 10. Enhanced Outcomes: Onside and educative mentoring contribute to improved teaching practices, student outcomes, and overall career success.

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What it Takes To Make it in the Tech Industry: Sparking young minds and bridging the gap between academia and the working world
2023/11/12 • 16 views Stephanie Bally, Openreach, Technical Solutions Professional Adam Morsman, BT, Research Professional Ahsan Yaseen, Consultant, Computing Specialist

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AI for Teaching & Learning: Practical takeaways for harnessing the power of Chat GPT and AI tools
2023/11/10 • 3 views Adam Gibson, Dereham Netheard High School, NCCE Hub Lead (Norfolk) Using AI like ChatGPT and DALL·E in teaching and learning can be a powerful tool to enhance the educational experience. In this session, we'll dip our toes into some of the best ways to supercharge your teaching and speed up your planning using Chat GPT and AI tools. Note: not all applications of AI to teaching and learning listed below will be covered, but there there will be additional opportunities for festival attendees to enhance and enrich understanding and skills in AI. **1. Personalized Learning:** - **Tailor Content:** Use AI to customize learning materials, quizzes, and assignments based on individual student needs and abilities. - **Adaptive Learning:** Implement adaptive learning systems that adjust content difficulty in real-time based on student performance. **2. Answering Questions and Providing Explanations:** - **Immediate Feedback:** ChatGPT can provide instant answers to student questions, offering 24/7 support. - **Complex Concepts:** Explain complex topics in a simplified manner using DALL·E-generated visual aids or diagrams. **3. Language Learning:** - **Language Practice:** Engage students in language learning through conversations with ChatGPT to improve grammar, vocabulary, and fluency. - **Translation and Interpretation:** Use AI for translating texts, making language learning more accessible. **4. Creativity and Visual Learning:** - **Generate Visual Content:** DALL·E can create images and visual aids for lectures, presentations, or learning materials. - **Creative Assignments:** Encourage students to use DALL·E to create artwork or visuals related to their coursework. **5. Research and Reference:** - **Information Retrieval:** Use ChatGPT to help students find relevant research papers, articles, or data sources. - **Citation Assistance:** Teach proper citation techniques and use AI for generating citations. **6. Homework and Assignments:** - **Problem Solving:** Assist students in solving complex problems or brainstorming ideas through AI-generated suggestions. - **Plagiarism Detection:** Utilize AI tools for plagiarism detection to ensure academic integrity. **7. Accessibility:** - **Text-to-Speech and Speech-to-Text:** Use AI to convert text to speech or speech to text, aiding students with disabilities. - **Transcriptions:** Generate automated transcriptions for lectures, making content accessible to all. **8. Collaboration:** - **Group Projects:** Encourage collaboration by using AI as a virtual teammate, helping with research, brainstorming, or data analysis. - **Peer Review:** Use AI to assist in peer review processes, providing suggestions for improving student work. **9. Ethical Considerations:** - **Bias and Fairness:** Be aware of potential biases in AI-generated content and address them in your teaching materials. - **Privacy:** Ensure the privacy of students when using AI, especially in tracking and data collection. **10. Monitoring and Evaluation:** - **Data Analytics:** Utilize AI for data analytics to track student progress and identify areas where they may need additional support. - **Feedback Analysis:** Analyze student feedback and improve AI-based teaching methods accordingly. Effective implementation of AI in education requires thoughtful planning, ongoing evaluation, and a focus on enhancing the overall learning experience for students.

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No one left behind: Developing classroom culture to advantage the disadvantaged
2023/11/09 • 8 views This session explores inclusive classroom culture and strategies that focus on quality first teaching to ensure pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds are supported. Legacy: We'll also share follow up opportunities to reflect on strategies specific to your school throughout the year. Nick Farrow, Deputy Headteacher, Manningtree High School Charlotte Goldbergh, Manningtree High School Audrey Pantelis, Elevation Coaching and Consulting Ltd

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2023/11/05 • 0 views

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The Truth About AI: Opportunities and challenges for education & business - Professor Miles Berry
2023/11/05 • 6 views Introductions from Lisa Perkins, Rob Walden, Nikos Savvas Keynote: Miles Berry Following short welcomes from Lisa Perkins (BT) and Dr Nikos Savvas (Eastern Education Group), Professor Miles Berry will unlock the mysteries of artificial intelligence in this thought-provoking keynote and Q&A. Join us as we delve deep into the captivating world of AI and its profound impact on education, and look at just how and why AI has seemed to suddenly burst onto the education scene - despite having been around for years..... Discover and decompress groundbreaking new steps forward in technology, innovative approaches, moral and phislophical issues, and insights into the dark challenges and enlightening opportunities that lie ahead. Not to be missed, this session promises to be an enlightening journey through the present and future of AI in education - exploring whether AI is the negative perfect storm, a fleeting fad, or indeed the very future of learning.

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Mastering Business to Education Partnerships
2023/11/05 • 0 views In this session, we delve into the detail around how tech companies and their education partners forged their way to successful, long term partnerships that have yielded incredible outcomes for both the business and the young people involved.

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'Banned in Schools!' - Artificial Intelligence - balancing the educational conundrum with the business necessity - Panel Discussion
2023/11/05 • 5 views Kavitha Ravindran Co-founder, CCO, CGO, sAInaptic Professor Miles Berry Professor of Computing Education, University of Roehampton Professor Sara de Freitas University of Suffolk Director of the Digital Futures Institute Dr Detlef Nauck Head of AI and Data Science Research, Applied Research unit at BT Associate Professor Deirdre Hughes OBE Career Development Specialist, CareerChat (UK) Ltd & Warwick University IER Some schools are banning the use of chat GPT and other large language models in educational settings, but are there more nuanced approaches that can strike a balance between harnessing the benefits of AI tools and resources, and addressing ethical and practical concerns, often characterized by the media. In the age of AI, how can educational institutions strike a balance between teaching students the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and machine learning while also preparing them for the ever-evolving demands of the business world? We'll key questions to a panel of experts, such as... - What strategies or curriculum changes are needed? - What are the examples of AI being a force for good? - Are teachers aware that many of the existing online resources being used are already driven by AI? There's often a gap between the cutting-edge AI research conducted in academia and the practical applications required by businesses. How can we bridge this gap to ensure that AI research leads to real-world solutions and innovations that benefit both education and industry? Ethical considerations in AI are becoming increasingly important. How can educational institutions incorporate ethical AI training into their curricula, and how can businesses ensure that ethical practices are integrated into their AI-related projects and products? The demand for AI talent in the workforce is growing rapidly. How can businesses and industry leaders collaborate with educational institutions to ensure that graduates are well-equipped with the practical skills and knowledge required for AI-related roles?

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Beverly Clarke - The Impact of Tech on Society: Right Here, Right Now!
2023/11/05 • 5 views Beverly Clarke Consulting, TechWomen100 Award Winner and a Leader in Education In this keynote, Beverly Clarke, will look at the technologies impacting upon our society - Right Here…Right Now. The world is currently going through great changes brought about through numerous disruptive technologies. There is a need to consider the impact they are having on self, community and society. One question is - How can industry and education work better together to ensure learners are leaving education, with the knowledge and skills they need to be effective digital citizens? This keynote will provoke discussion, thought and give educators practical real life examples that can be used to bring technology to life, in the classroom.

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The rise of ChatGPT and Robo-Careers Advisers: Friend or Foe? - Associate Professor Deirdre Hughes OBE
2023/11/05 • 3 views Associate Professor Deirdre Hughes OBE, CareerChat (UK) Ltd & Warwick University IER, Career Development Specialist In a rapidly evolving job market, staying ahead of the curve is essential for career success. Join us for an informative session that delves into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing career support services. Discover how cutting-edge AI technologies, including Large Language Models like Chat GPT, are reshaping the way we navigate our professional journeys.

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We Inspire: Business and Education Working Together - Festival Opener
2023/10/28 • 16 views A short film that sets the scene and mood for the day...