ALT News

When we first launched the ALT Members’ Digest, it was designed as a simple collation of community news, hence the name. But as ALT has grown, so too has the richness and diversity of our membership.

We are entering a new chapter in ALT’s governance, and this announcement marks an important milestone in shaping the organisation’s future leadership.

Following the conclusion of this year’s competitive peer review, we’re pleased to announce that the draft programme for ALTC25 is now available.

The shortlist for the ALT Awards 2025 is now live, spotlighting exceptional achievements in learning technology. Selected by an expert judging panel, this year’s finalists represent the very best in innovation, impact, and excellence across the sector.

ALTC is more than just keynotes and sessions - it’s a vibrant, immersive experience that brings the ALT community together in exciting and unexpected ways. From creative showcases and group-led conversations to social gatherings and spontaneous moments of connection, this is where the conference truly comes to life.

After an incredible 17-year journey, Julie Voce is stepping down from the committee of the ALT M25 Member Group, one of ALT’s longest-running Regional Member Groups.

Take a look at what’s planned for Open Education, AI, and Populism – Revisited. Our online conference is coming up on

Take a look at what’s planned for Open Education, AI, and Populism – Revisited. Our online conference is coming up on 16 S

You asked, we listened. The early bird registration period for the ALT Annual Conference 2025 will now close at 23:59 BST on Friday, 15 August. We encourage all prospective participants to register before this extended deadline to benefit from reduced rates.

Early bird registration for the ALT Annual Conference 2025 will close at 23:59 BST on Friday, 8 August. We encourage all prospective participants to register before this deadline to benefit from reduced rates.

Last month, we had the pleasure of hosting an inspiring OER25 in London.

There’s just one week left to submit entries for the ALT Awards 2025, with the extended deadline set for Midnight, Monday 28 July. These prestigious awards recognise the innovators, changemakers, and trailblazers advancing the future of learning technology, and this is your last chance to get involved.

We're excited to share that we have several trustee roles available in 2025. As set out in our constitution, some of these roles will be filled by appointment and some will be decided by elections.  All successful candidates will take up their positions at the Annual General Meeting in October 2025. If you're passionate about shaping our future, this is your chance to get involved and make a difference.
 

We know it’s a busy time of year, so we’re giving you a bit more breathing room. The deadline for the ALTC25 call for proposals has been extended by a week. You now have until Sunday, 20 July to get your submissions in for consideration for the event.

The Call for Proposals for this year's ALT Annual Conference is closing soon on Sunday, 13 July 2025.

Entries for the 2025 ALT Awards are closing soon.

Following the conclusion of OER25 in London this week, we are pleased to invite submissions for our upcoming online conference, “Speaking Truth to Power: Open Edu

The Research in Learning Technology (RLT) journal is delighted to welcome its newly appointed Editor-in-Chief, Professor Peter Bryant, and Deputy Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Erika Corradini. These appointments mark an exciting new chapter for the journal as it continues to advance research and scholarship in digital learning.