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

Call for Proposals now open

ALTC25 Call for Proposals Now Open: Stronger Foundations, Broader Horizons

13 June 2025
The Call for Proposals for ALTC25 is now open. This year’s ALT Annual Conference, taking place in Glasgow on Thursday 23 and Friday 24 October, will explore the following theme: 'Stronger Foundations, Broader Horizons' In a time marked by uncertainty, complexity, and rapid digital change,...
OER25

OER25 – Final Programme Confirmed. Secure Your Place Today

12 June 2025
OER25 is fast approaching, and the final programme has now been confirmed. Taking place on 23 and 24 June 2025 in London, this year’s event will bring together over 100 educators, researchers, and open education advocates to discuss how AI is reshaping education, examine ethical challenges, and...

Announcing your ALTC25 Co-Chairs

05 June 2025
Please join us in welcoming Dr Emily Nordmann, Laura Milne, and Joe Wilson as this year’s ALTC Conference Co-Chairs. Each brings a wealth of experience and insight into the world of learning technology, and we’re excited to work with them to shape a vibrant and engaging programme for ALTC25 in...