Primary assessment stripped back
Assessment has been the big issue this year, with the DfE encouraging schools to innovate and approach it with fresh eyes, free from the constraints of levels.
Digital learning and innovation
We believe in the power of technology and innovation to enhance education.
Driven by collaboration and evidence, we can harness digital tools to empower the whole school community and shape impactful and inclusive teaching, learning and assessment experiences.
Learn more about the work we're doing with educators, young people and experts to drive new innovations, inspire digital confidence, unlock new opportunities and make a tangible impact in schools.
Spotlight on innovation
Onscreen Assessment for GCSE English
Earlier this year, we announced our ambition to offer onscreen options for GCSE English exams.*
Building on the success of our onscreen GCSE and International GCSE exams to date, we’re excited to be opening up more ways for students to best show what they know and can do in GCSE English Language, GCSE English Literature and GCSE English Language 2.0.
* Subject to regulatory timelines and Ofqual approval
Onscreen exams
As technology evolves, exams should too, so we’re already making onscreen assessment a reality. Onscreen exams mean more than switching from paper to a device. They offer students another way to best show what they know and can do.
Introducing ActiveHub
ActiveHub is the next step in digital teaching and learning, bringing together assessment, rich data insights and next generation independent intervention practice to give you the tools you need to help your students reach their full potential. Driven by insights, ActiveHub provides everything on one platform for a powerful online learning experience, anytime, anywhere.
Why we’re thoughtfully optimistic about the place of GenAI in education
Generative AI brings into focus the importance of the most human skills, such as creativity and critical thinking.
Find out more about how we’re thinking about the impact of GenAI and AI literacy in education.
Digital learning support
Online teaching and learning support
We’re committed to helping teachers, students and families make the most of learning – whenever and wherever it happens. Our online, remote and blended learning hub is available all year round and contains free support and guidance in one place.
Discover our online teaching and learning support hub
Guides to The Future of Digital Learning
We partnered up with Headteacher Update and SecEd to explore what lies ahead for edtech – from best practice and personalised learning to closing the digital divide.
Digital Live: Evolving Education
#PearsonDigitalLive, we joined educators and industry experts to reflect on a year of digital transformation and what's next for EdTech – from practical ideas and discussions to support blended teaching and learning, to exploring the latest innovations.
Research and insights
The Pearson School Report
Since 2022, our reports have showcased educator and student views that have fuelled conversations from playgrounds to the Houses of Parliament. Now in its third year, the 2024 report will bring together over 12,000 teacher, student and sector voices.
- 8 in 10 learners say technology makes it easier for all students to participate at school.
- 48% of teachers say more needs to be done to tackle the digital divide in homes and schools.
- More than half of teachers (55%) say we need a better digital curriculum.
Persona Life Skills
Alongside Persona Education and 200 GCSE resit students, we’re exploring effectively life skills can be developed and recognised using digital badges.
Insights: Onscreen Assessment
Hear from Pearson and schools on our experiences of delivering onscreen exams in summer 2022 and recommendations on what’s next.
Spotlight on onscreen assessment
Our report poses some of the big questions ahead for the sector: how do we facilitate change? What are the big opportunities? And what are the barriers?
Award nominations for collaboration, innovation and impact
BETT Awards 2023: Collaboration and Transformational Impact
Our work with schools across the globe has led to us becoming a BETT Awards 2023 finalist for: Transformational Impact – with our onscreen assessment pilot and Collaboration with a School – for our new Mocks Moderation Service with Greenshaw Learning Trust.
Recent news and blog posts
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How obligatory are the writing exemplification materials?
Well, that is the billion dollar question. The introduction to the materials states in no uncertain terms that schools and LAs must refer to them to ensure that their TA judgements are accurate and standardised across and between schools - which actually makes sense.
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Ofsted myths and facts on assessment
We’re still hearing from lots of teachers that they’re not completely sure what Ofsted is expecting to see in terms of assessment practice and are worried about fallout from Ofsted at their next inspection.
Policy Watch
About Policy Watch
Policy Watch is a regular policy briefing and updating service that keeps you up to date with the latest developments in the world of education. It's presented in a simple, accessible format with weekly updates, monthly summaries and associated papers and presentations.