Association for Learning Technology

We are the leading professional body for Learning Technology in the UK. We support a collaborative community for individuals and organisations from all sectors including Further and Higher Education and industry and provide professional recognition and development. Membership is open to all with a professional interest in using digital technologies for learning, teaching and assessment. 

Access to expertise and CPD for all practitioners

Learning Technology is a rapidly growing industry and we can help you find the right path for your career: join ALT as a Member and become part of our network of 3,500+ Members in the UK and globally. If you are not sure where to start, have a look at recent news, our Impact Report and find out more about what we do and how we can help you. Browse the #altc blog for case studies, reviews and more or explore 25+ years of research, evidence and policy

Professional recognition and development for Learning Technology professionals

If you are looking to scale up and develop your use of technology for learning, teaching or assessment, we can help with recruitment via ALT's weekly news digest and access to the Members Directory of consultants and commercial services; we offer practical resources, our Members only discussion list, webinars and conferences to share knowledge and find the expertise you need and offer opportunities to gain professional recognition on a national stage through ALT's Awards

Opportunities for leaders and institutions

For experienced professionals, we offer opportunites to advance and develop your professional practice, including CMALT accreditation pathways to a senior level and mappings to other professional frameworks, opportunities to network via local Member and Special Interest Groups, new research in Learning Technology, analysis of current trends and ways to keep informed about ALT's ethical framework for Learning Technology

 

News

ALT Annual Conference - 9 days to go

ALT Annual Conference 2025 — Countdown Begins

14 October 2025
The wait is nearly over. The ALT Annual Conference 2025 is just around the corner, and excitement is building fast. With only 9 days to go until the conference (Thursday, 23 and Friday, 24 October), now’s the time to secure your spot and be part of one of the most anticipated events in digital...
Digital Accessibility Workshop, 25 November 2:00 - 5:00 PM

Secure your spot at our upcoming Digital Accessibility Workshop

10 October 2025
ALT is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for professionals in Further and Higher Education to deepen their understanding of digital accessibility. Join us online on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM for an interactive workshop exploring key elements of the Digital...
ALT Online Programmes SIG

ALT launches new Online Programmes SIG

08 October 2025
We’re delighted to announce the launch of the Online Programmes Special Interest Group (SIG).  This SIG offers a collaborative space for ALT members involved in the design, delivery, and management of online learning programmes. Our aim is to support ALT’s mission to advance education through...