Features and opinion
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Read thought-provoking original features and opinions by our in-house subject specialists, as well as from our expert partners and collaborators.
What the recent cyberattacks on UK retailers reveal about our immediate cybersecurity skills crisis
James Lane, Digital, Creative and Design Sector Manager at NCFE, explores how cybersecurity training can close the security gap and prepare learners for the digital threats of today – and tomorrow.
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Creating inclusive workplace training for EAL employees
In this guest blog, Jane Maria Harding da Rosa offers practical strategies for managers to create inclusive training for English as an additional language (EAL) employees, enhancing their success and contribution to the workplace.
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How do we bridge the digital divide in the age of AI?
Our Sector Manager for Digital, James Lane, explores the urgent issue of how we can bridge the digital divide in an age of AI prevalence, following the release of our recent No One Left Offline digital skills report.
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Why would you want to work in early years?
Janet King, Sector Manager for Education and Childcare at NCFE, explores the challenges in recruiting and retaining early years educators, highlighting how we can tackle stigma and foster professional pride to inspire the next generation.
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What we've learned from investing £1 million in assessment innovation
From AI-driven feedback to VR simulations, the Assessment Innovation Fund (AIF) has invested £1 million in pioneering projects that are reshaping the future of assessment. Here, Dean Blewitt reflects on the fund’s impact so far.
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Diary of an Apprentice: my journey with dyslexia and ADHD
In this instalment of her Diary of an Apprentice series, our Innovation Project Manager, Sakina Khan, discusses her experience of navigating life and studying a Level 7 apprenticeship with dyslexia and ADHD.
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Before you click that link, always think!
Our Information Security Manager, Ben Stobbs, delves into the dangers of phishing, explaining what it is and the warning signs to be aware of. He also shares practical tips and essential precautions to help you protect yourself online.
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Apprenticeships vs. university: finding the right pathway for your future
At NCFE, we’re gearing up to celebrate National Apprenticeship Week by bringing you the latest information and statistics to guide your decision on whether studying an apprenticeship is right for you.
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