About
The AoC Annual Conference and exhibition, held in Birmingham, is the must-attend further education event of the year. With a real focus on collaboration and partnership, the conference will consider the relationship between colleges and their local stakeholders in an era of devolution – both for colleges in devolved and those in non-devolved areas.
We are delighted to share that Jisc will again this year be supporting the conference as Digital Partner and Beacon Awards sponsor.
Jisc stand
Join us at Jisc’s stand to discover how digital strategy, data and AI help your college innovate responsibly and effectively. Explore our trusted tools and resources, including:
- Strategic framework for AI leadership – supports college leaders in embedding ethical, confident and effective AI practices
- Digital elevation tool (DET) – a free self-assessment tool for Jisc members, helping leaders understand their digital maturity, visualise best practice and plan for success
- Jisc training – access over 50 expert-led courses and CPD opportunities to strengthen your organisation’s digital capability, covering AI literacy, cyber security, data and transformation
You can also explore AI tools and solutions tested through Jisc-led pilots, including:
- TeacherMatic – AI-powered resource creation and feedback
- Graide – AI-assisted marking and assessment redesign
- LearnWise AI – tools for automating student support and improving efficiency
Chat with our team about how your organisation can benefit from our guidance, AI communities and training.
Tuesday 18 November
From disruption to direction: A strategic framework for artificial intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) is already part of everyday life in colleges, shaping how students learn, how staff work and how institutions run. The challenge now is using it in ways that are purposeful, responsible and sustainable. This session introduces Jisc’s new strategic framework for AI, built around three key areas: skills and knowledge, technology and governance, all underpinned by data maturity. You’ll hear real examples from colleges, including pilots, training and community resources, and take away practical ideas to build confidence, make sustainable choices and embed effective governance with the support of your peers.
- Michael Webb, Director of AI, Jisc
Wednesday 19 November
Hot topic one: What's next for artificial intelligence and digital technologies transformation in colleges?
Come and join the debate about how we ensure that all students and staff are fully benefitting from the opportunities provided by artificial intelligence and digital technology while avoiding the pitfalls. How do we ensure consistent standards of student experience and make a positive impact on teaching and learning? Can sector collaboration contribute to preventing colleges from all re-creating the same wheels in a tight fiscal landscape?
Chair: Anthony Bravo OBE, Principal, Basingstoke College of Technology
Panel members:
- Michael Webb, Director of AI, Jisc
- Sharmen Ibrahim, Group Digital Education Director, Activate Learning
- Anthony Painter, Director of Strategic Engagement, UFI
- Keith Smith , CEO, HRUC
Who should attend
The AoC Annual Conference will be of particular interest to senior leaders from further education such as college principals, vice-principals, chairs of governors and heads of department.
Booking information
Ticket prices and booking information can be found on the AoC Annual Conference website.