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Introduction Education has long been discussed through the language of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and policy. Researchers debate effective teaching strategies, schools invest in educational technologies, and governments continually reform curricula in pursuit of improved learning outcomes. Underlying these conversations is an assumption that learning is primarily an educational problem: one that can be addressed through better teaching, more effective assessment, or imp

When I was invited to deliver an introductory AI workshop for older adults at ACE IT Scotland, I spent a great deal of time thinking about what should be included. Artificial intelligence is advancing at an extraordinary pace, and every week seems to bring another breakthrough, another tool, or another headline predicting how AI will transform our lives. The obvious approach would have been to explain how large language models (LLM) work, introduce popular AI applications, or

Let’s face it—the digital world moves incredibly fast. For those of us teaching or learning online, keeping up can sometimes feel like chasing a moving target. While digital learning has created exciting new opportunities, it has also introduced new challenges. How can we ensure that time spent in front of a screen translates into meaningful learning rather than passive content consumption? The answer isn't guesswork—it's research. That doesn't mean dusty archives or complica

Digital learning is often associated with flexibility and independence, but meaningful learning rarely happens in isolation. Whether learners are participating in an online degree, a blended classroom, or a professional development programme, collaboration remains one of the most powerful drivers of engagement, deeper understanding, and long-term learning. The challenge is that collaboration doesn't happen automatically simply because students are connected through technology

Digital education is no longer simply about moving teaching online. Today's challenge is designing learning experiences that are engaging, inclusive, and meaningful in increasingly digital environments. As new technologies continue to emerge, it can be tempting to focus on the latest tools. However, effective digital learning isn't defined by technology alone—it's shaped by thoughtful educational design that puts learners at the centre of the experience. Digital Learning Expe