by Abigail Black - Business Development Officer at Open Awards
I had an amazing time at the BRILLIANT festival yesterday! (15/10/24) A day filled with positivity and excitement for the future of education.
There were so many great speakers, with everyone focused on how we can better equip the next generation for the future.
Amongst many highlights, one that stood out was Matthew Wemyss' talk on AI in Education: A Roadmap for Everyday Educators. Matthew shared his own experiences with AI in the classroom and the importance of tailoring educational experiences to individual student needs. If you’re looking at how to start your AI journey, Matthew has a FREE eBook available, titled AI in Education: An Educator's Handbook. Get your copy here.
I went to some brilliant sessions, including Breaking Down Barriers: Engaging Businesses and Communities in Education with Minna Lamb, Chelsea Slater, Jade Parkinson-Hill and Kim Stephenson It was inspiring to hear how organisations are getting involved to support schools. The panel discussed the importance for industries to collaborate with educators, helping bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world skills.
It was great fun to see Simon and Cameron from Rock Kidz getting people excited and rocking out!
Another highlight for me was hearing Nachelle Crowther (FRSA) Dr Carol Massay Andy Mather and Eva Lindy Woods talk on Engaging Disengaged Learners to Improve Brighter Futures. IEva Lindy Woods story and the reasons why she chose an apprenticeship over university.
Overall, the event left me feeling inspired and hopeful about the future of education. Lots for us to think about at Open Awards.
Looking forward to Brilliant 2025 already!
If you went to the BRILLIANT Expo, comment below to tell us your standout moments from the show. We'd love to hear your thoughts.