Is personalised learning feasible?

The challenges are multifaceted. Personalisation requires not only data-driven insights but also scalable solutions for diverse classrooms. Can schools, colleges and universities realistically implement these tools given current pressures upon resources, staff training, and infrastructure? Is bigger always better? Moreover, what role should human educators play in curating the learning journey, and how can technology enhance rather than replace their efforts?

Technology and pedagogy: allies or adversaries?

True personalised learning isn’t just about implementing smart technology—it’s about blending technology with evidence-based pedagogical practice. Constructivist and inquiry-based learning models align well with personalisation, but effective implementation requires more than just tools; it demands thoughtful learning design and possibly, re-imagining of teachers' roles. Can technology support these pedagogies in a way that is both meaningful and sustainable?Writing is a medium of communication that represents language through the inscription of signs and symbols.

Generative AI: a gateway to transformation or trouble?

Advocates of generative AI promise revolution in many sectors, including education. We now have access to AI-driven tools that can generate tailored learning materials, assessments, and sometimes even feedback at scale. But with these capabilities come concerns: Is the content accurate? Will AI perpetuate biases and limit critical thinking? Will it suppress certain voices or lateral ways of thinking? Could an over-reliance on generative AI tools undermine the personal connection between teacher and student, reducing education to a sterile transaction of data and content?

The value proposition: reality or marketing hype?

Critics argue that the notion of personalised learning is more buzzword than breakthrough—a marketing strategy designed to sell products rather than enhance learning outcomes. Others, however, see it as a genuine opportunity to bridge gaps in education and offer equitable, inclusive, and engaging learning experiences. This conference will critically examine whether personalised learning is delivering on its promise or if we need to rethink its implementation entirely.

Throughout the conference, you’ll hear from educators, technologists and researchers who will offer diverse perspectives on these critical questions. Together, we will explore the promise, the pitfalls, and the paradoxes of personalised learning in an effort to chart a path forward.

Whether you are a believer in the transformative power of personalised education, a skeptic questioning its practical value, or just attracted by the word 'twaddle', we invite you to engage, challenge, and collaborate.

Early Bird Rate

£150

For bookings made between
Thursday 16 January -
Sunday 16 February 2025

Standard Rate

£175

For bookings made between
Monday 17 February -
Sunday 16 March 2025

Last Minute Rate

£200

For last minute bookings
open one week only
Monday 17 March -
Sunday 23 March 2025

Registration closes 23 March 2025