Generative AI and the Information Ecosystem: Implications for Adult Education
Generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) is rapidly reshaping how information is created, distributed, and consumed, with profound implications for learning, work, and democratic participation. While GenAI tools lower barriers to content creation and offer new opportunities for creativity and access, they also amplify misinformation, bias, and inequity within the information ecosystem.This session examines how GenAI is transforming information ecosystems and explores the critical role of adult
PIMA global network of adult & lifelong learning educators, activists & scholars is sponsoring a webinar on 'Generative AI & the Information Ecosystem: Implications for adult education', 31 March www.pimanetwork.com/post/generat...
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Leadership transition at Interface | Interface Online
Interface Director, Amelia Whitelaw, announces she's stepping down from her position at the end of March.
Amelia Whitelaw, Director @interfaceonline.bsky.social is to step down at end of March 2026; Laura Goodfellow, Associate Director β Innovation Engagement, will be Director until February 2027 interface-online.org.uk/news/leaders...
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Cover of the Informed Scotland November 2025 issue featuring the learning and skills hot topics
#InformedScotland 136: Learning & career pathways & teacher wellbeing
informedscotland.co.uk/2025/12/10/i...
#EduSky #learning #skills #teachers #careers #scotland
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Informed Scotland's annual list of the hottest topics in learning & skills in Scotland. 2025 list in full
#InformedScotland Learning & Skills Hottest Topics 2025
The 13th annual list shows organisations grappling with rapid technological change, sustained financial pressure & long-term reform.
Read about whatβs in, just missed out & expected for 2026:
informedscotland.co.uk/2026/01/28/i...
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SFC welcomes passing of Tertiary Education and Training Bill - Scottish Funding Council
MSPs have voted to pass new legislation on the funding of post-16 education and training
We welcome the Tertiary Education and Training Bill passing the final stage of the legislative process.
SFC will become responsible for the funding of post-16 education & training provision, apprenticeships & national training programmes.
www.sfc.ac.uk?news=sfc-wel...
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Delivering Additional Support for Learning
National review lead is announced.
Janie McManus, Scottish Government's Professional Advisor for Education, former HM Chief Inspector of Education, is leading a new national review into provision of additional support for learning #ASL. Review report is due out in March 2026 www.gov.scot/news/deliver... #edusky
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The British Science Associationβs CREST Awards scheme provides science enrichment activities to inspire & engage young people. A nationally recognised accreditation scheme for project work in STEM subjects, CREST Awards are now free in Scotland using code T22echFest56
www.crestawards.org/
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Cover of the Informed Scotland November 2025 issue featuring the learning and skills hot topics
#InformedScotland 136: Learning & career pathways & teacher wellbeing
informedscotland.co.uk/2025/12/10/i...
#EduSky #learning #skills #teachers #careers #scotland
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Scotlandβs future offshore wind workforce
Offshore Wind Skills Priorities and Action Plan published.
We welcome the Scottish Government's announcement of the Offshore Wind Priorities and Action Plan, reinforcing the essential role universities play in delivering the skills needed for Scotlandβs energy transition.
Read more belowβ¬οΈ
www.gov.scot/news/scotlan...
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#InformedScotland 135: AI in education & youth employment
informedscotland.co.uk/2025/11/12/i...
#learning #skills #edusky #education #training #digilearnscot
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AI and the Future of Pedagogy
Tom Chatfieldβs AI and the Future of Pedagogy cautions against letting AI erode essential human skills, such as critical thinking, discernment, and domain expertise, and instead advocates for utilizin...
"AIβs power must not be allowed to hollow out the very skills required to navigate an AI age successfully."
After six months of writing and research, my white paper on AI and pedagogy is finally out!
sagepub.com/explore-our-...
Do share; do join the conversation.
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HMIE
His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education. A future defined by those who shape it.
HM Inspectorate of Education (HMIE) in Scotland now has its own website: educationinspectorate.gov.scot
It's also on X: x.com/hmiescotland
#EduSky #EduScot #InformedScotland
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College Employers Scotland is delighted to announce the appointment of our new Director.
Read more π bit.ly/48JEWYK
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π£NEW: We've published the results of our largest consultation with learners on AI in education.
The findings, which reflect the views of 2,687 learners, challenge assumptions about young people's relationship with AI technology.
Find out more, and access the full report: info.sqa.org.uk/47OGwr9
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π€ School College Partnership Event
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4 Nov 2025, 4β5pm
Explore how schools & colleges support pupil pathways & create opportunities.
Chaired by Andy Witty @collegesscot.bsky.social, with speakers from @bonessacademy.bsky.social & @DunfermlineHS.
Register: buff.ly/RNkbLNx
#AllLearningCounts
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Read our new blog about a pioneering Clyde Gateway project that's helping parents gain skills, confidence & new jobs
By using the #SCQF to recognise their learning, they're creating pathways to opportunity
Read more: scqf.org.uk/news-and-blo...
@ssf-futures.bsky.social @glasgowcc.bsky.social
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CodeBase Relaunches CodeClan with Software and AI Programmes
CodeClan is relaunching with the aim of building future careers in tech, with the first cohorts run by CodeBase set to commence in 2026.
CodeClan is relaunching, with the first cohorts run by CodeBase set to commence in early 2026, including a 9-month Software Engineering programme for βfirst-timersβ and a 12-week Applied Agentic AI programme for experienced engineers.
www.digit.fyi/codebase-rel...
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I am honoured to be invited to be the keynote speaker for the 2025 David Raffe memorial lecture at @morayhouse.bsky.social . My thanks to @henryhepburn.bsky.social for agreeing to chair the lecture. Registration for in person or online open now.
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Teaching and Learning for Educational Improvement and Equity
Professor Carol Campbell will give the 6th annual memorial lecture in honour of the late David Raffe.
Registration is open for 'Teaching and Learning for Educational Improvement and Equity', the 6th annual David Raffe Memorial Lecture to be delivered by @profcarolcampbell.bsky.social at @morayhouse.bsky.social or join online on 20 November 2025
www.eventbrite.com/e/teaching-a...
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#InformedScotland 134: Tertiary education finances & AI & data skills
'In another busy month for learning & skills in Scotland, the two hottest topics were no surprise...'
informedscotland.co.uk/2025/10/10/i...
#learning #skills #universities #colleges #edusky #digilearnscot #DataSkills
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An image of a child and teacher with text reading: Where next for Scottish Education: Creating tomorrow's education for today. October 2025. Christopher Chapman and Graham Donaldson
Experts at @uofgeducation.bsky.social are calling for immediate action to βfuture proofβ Scottish education, warning that it is facing unprecedented challenges that could affect childrenβs futures.
More: gla.ac/48Zs94e
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Image displays quote from the Auditor General, Stephen Boyle: "Funding has reduced and the demands on the sector are changing, with fewer older students enrolling, increasing competition from universities, and the impact of digital technology on delivering teaching". Image of the Auditor General is also shown.
Image shows report front cover. Text on image: Briefing. Scotland's colleges 2025. A backpack, headphones, notebook, tablet and pen are also shown.
Scotlandβs colleges face changing how they operate, as ongoing financial pressures impact on students and staff.
The sector has experienced a 20 per cent real terms cut in funding over the last five years.
Find the Auditor General's report here: bit.ly/colleges_2025
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Diversity in the teaching profession: annual data report 2025
Fifth edition of an annual publication which aims to gather and share data relating to the diversity of the teaching profession in order to inform and evaluate future work.
DIVERSITY IN THE TEACHING PROFESSION
1/The annual data report tracking #MinorityEthnic teacher nos π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ has been published for 2025. Numbers remain stubbornly low with <2% of all teachers being #BAME. Still <1% are in any form of management position. Key points in the π§΅ππ½
www.gov.scot/publications...
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Chief Executive - Young Scot Corporate
We are seeking a visionary and values-driven Chief Executive who can build on our strong foundations and lead Young Scot into its next chapter. Closing date 26 October 2025.
We're hiring! π
Young Scot seeks a visionary CEO to lead our national charity, drive strategy, champion young people and build impactful partnerships. Inclusive, flexible and open to all backgrounds.
Join us in shaping the future!
Find out more and how to apply π youngscot.net/careers/chie...
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βοΈ Community Development Practitioner | Community Education Tutor | Coach
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The Russell Group represents 24 universities located across the UK.
We work to advance and champion the positive economic, societal & cultural impacts of UK research-intensive universities.
russellgroup.ac.uk
We want to help schools to re engage internationally, post Brexit, post pandemic. We combine a wealth of skills, knowledge and expertise in supporting schools and education professionals with their international ambitions.
We enable young people, especially those from tough realities, and the key adults in their life, to lead lives of purpose, meaning and contribution.
A network of peace education teachers, lecturers and activists in Scotland.
https://educatorsforpeace.co.uk/
School Communities Manager at Scottish Book Trust. MEd Childrenβs Literature and Literacies graduate. PGDE primary associate tutor. Qualified primary teacher. She/her
βAt Hamilton Specialist Support Team, we work alongside schools to make learning accessible for every child. Inclusion isnβt a labelβitβs a practice.β
We focus on four key areas: supporting technical education reform; promoting greater recognition of technicians; good career guidance; and STEM in schools
Exploring Science, Technology, Engineering & Math through creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. π
#STEM #Education #Innovation
Education Scotland's Numeracy & Mathematics Team. Supporting collaborative improvement in partnership with Scotlandβs practitioners, schools and local authorities.
Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Education, School of Social and Environmental Sustainability, University of Glasgow | Education Policy | Education Reform | Policy Networks |
The core Into Film programme is free for UK state schools, colleges and other youth settings, thanks to support from the BFI, awarding National Lottery good cause funding, and through other key funders including Cinema First and Northern Ireland Screen.
Scotland's Innovation Centre for Data and AI. We help companies, organisations and individuals capitalise on the opportunities that exist within data and AI. https://thedatalab.com/
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https://www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/centcs/
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Scotlands Futures Forum is The Scottish Parliamentβs futures think-tank, bringing fresh perspectives, ideas, and creativity to how we prepare for the future.
Scotlandβs future is built on bold ideas.
Be part of the conversation.
Inspiring the next generation through fun, engaging STEM activities | Supporting people in STEM to become confident, visible Role Models | Promoting STEM as a career for all | She/Her
