Webinars for educators
Join our live 5-part webinar series to explore how AI is reshaping the way we teach and assess language learning.
Led by top experts, this series dives into AI innovations and their impact on pedagogy and assessment. We'll address every-day challenges faced by language educators, while providing practical, game-changing solutions to elevate your teaching.
Receive a professional development certificate after every session. Plus, complete the full series to earn a Credly by Pearson digital badge.
A free professional development series for English language educators.
Join us for another year of the Pearson Assessment Teacher Training Academy. The 2025 program aims to give participants an in-depth knowledge of the Pearson assessment portfolio, as well as exploring innovative strategies for tackling challenging question types and integrating AI into your teaching practices.
Earn professional development certificates by completing each training series block. Plus, earn a Credly by Pearson digital badge when you complete at least 7 sessions.
Webinars for HR, talent acquisition and development professionals, people managers and business leaders.
72% of employees say their jobs would be easier if they had better English skills. Yet 2 out of 3 organizations do not invest in workforce language training – despite its potential to improve employee retention, job satisfaction and performance.
In our brand-new webinar series, we explore how integrating English language training and assessments into your talent strategy can power business growth. Are you ready to set your workforce up for success in 2025?
This webinar explores reimagining assessments in the GenAI era, moving beyond AI detection tools. It focuses on designing meaningful assessments that foster academic integrity, emphasize critical thinking, value process over product, and develop uniquely human skills.
March 24th, 2025, 4PM GMT (12 noon EDT)
This webinar session explores the impact of AI on education, highlighting the risks of cognitive offloading and over-reliance on technology. It examines how AI can enhance rather than replace learning and creativity, offering strategies to balance AI use in ELT while preserving critical thinking skills.
March 25th, 2025, 4PM GMT (12 noon EDT)
This webinar explores how AI is rapidly changing teachers' roles. What will it mean for you to have access to an accurate dashboard highlighting your students' progress in real-time? Or teaching a group class alongside your digital twin? We'll explore emerging technology trends, sharing practical ways to upskill and stay ahead of technology.
This session examines the challenges of "AI slop" —low-quality, inaccurate content that can hinder learning. While AI can enhance teaching, educators need to ensure materials are accurate, well-structured, and appropriate for learners. Learn strategies to filter out poor content and make AI a reliable teaching tool.
This session explores how AI is revolutionizing lesson planning and reducing teacher workload. It covers the challenges of AI integration in education and introduces a new AI tool for English teachers, aligned with Pearson courses and the GSE. Participants will gain practical insights and an exclusive hands-on preview.
In this session teachers will learn about fostering a growth mindset in your students, encouraging resilience, persistence and a positive attitude toward learning. This session will provide teachers with the tools and strategies to help students embrace challenges and thrive in their language-learning journey.
As demographic shifts and technological advancements reshape the global workforce, the gap between the skills people have and the skills they need continues to widen. This "skills chasm" is particularly evident in language learning, where traditional education systems often fail to keep pace with the demands of the modern economy.
With the continuous evolution of AI tools, it has become more critical to incorporate AI into our teaching practices. AI has the transformative power to improve our teaching methods, tailor learning experiences, and increase student engagement.
To give you a taste of our webinar 'Teaching in the age of AI: 7 tips for preparing for an educational evolution'. We'll cover seven tips designed to prepare you for an educational evolution with AI.
The first step in integrating AI into your teaching practice is deciding your approach. Are you an AI methodologist who practices based on theory or an AI experimentalist who develops theory based on practice? Both paths are valid, but it's crucial to choose one to avoid inertia. Understanding AI's basics and experimenting with different tools will help you find your footing.
AI should be seen as a thought partner and assistant, not a replacement. Use AI to enhance your creativity and efficiency. For example, if you're stuck on creating a warm-up activity, ask AI for ideas. Treat AI as a helpful assistant to handle tasks you find time-consuming or less enjoyable, allowing you to focus on what you love about teaching.
Understanding AI's capabilities and limitations is essential. AI learns from the data we provide, so it's crucial to feed it accurate and relevant information. Developing empathy for AI means understanding how it processes information and how to give clear instructions to get the best results.
AI can help cover all aspects of language learning, including:
Move beyond simple substitution and augmentation of tasks with AI. Aim for modification and redefinition of your teaching methods. For instance, use AI to create interactive and personalized learning experiences that were previously unimaginable.
AI offers new teaching possibilities that break away from traditional constraints. Embrace these opportunities to redefine your pedagogy. Think about what is now possible with AI that wasn't before and how you can leverage these capabilities to enhance learning.
Use AI to develop formative assessments that provide continuous feedback. These assessments should help students understand their progress and guide you in improving your teaching strategies. AI can generate rubrics, provide instant feedback, and help track student performance over time.
To help you integrate AI into your teaching practice, here are some practical tips and challenges:
1. Experiment with AI tools: Find tools for creating text, audio, images, and video. Create activities using these tools to see how they can enhance your lessons.
2. Develop custom AI applications: Create custom GPTs for specific tasks, such as generating rubrics or formative assessments.
3. Engage students with AI: Design activities where students use AI to generate content, evaluate AI-generated work, and reflect on their learning process.
4. Focus on formative feedback: Use AI to provide continuous, formative feedback to students, helping them understand their strengths and areas for improvement.
Integrating AI into your teaching practice is not just about using new tools; it's about transforming your approach to education. By embracing AI, you can create more engaging, personalized, and effective learning experiences for your students. As you embark on this journey, remember that the goal is to enhance your teaching, not replace it. Embrace the challenges, experiment with new ideas, and let AI help you become the best educator you can be.
Ready to dive deeper into the world of AI in education? Watch our webinar, 'Teaching in the Age of AI: 7 Tips for Preparing for an Educational Evolution'. Discover how AI can augment teaching, personalize learning, and boost engagement. Delve into the AI-first pedagogy, ethical considerations and practical strategies to make your classroom more effective, engaging, and innovative.
Engaging in conversations, especially in a language that isn't your first, can sometimes be daunting. Whether English isn’t your first language or you’re just looking to improve your conversational skills, having a few handy phrases up your sleeve can make a world of difference. Here are seven essential phrases that can help you navigate conversations in English with greater ease and confidence.
