<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"><channel><title>Learning News</title><atom:link href="https://learningnews.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" /><link>https://learningnews.com</link><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:47:53 GMT</pubDate><generator>Learning News RSS Generator</generator><image><url>https://learningnews.com/images/tpr-twitter-a_400x400.png</url><title>FeedForAll Sample Feed</title><link>https://learningnews.com</link><description>Learning News</description><width>144</width><height>144</height></image><description>Learning News</description><language>en</language><item><title>Virtual College launches new, course to raise awareness of FGM</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/virtual-college/2026/virtual-college-launches-new-course-to-raise-awareness-of-fgm</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 12:09:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/virtual-college/2026/virtual-college-launches-new-course-to-raise-awareness-of-fgm</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56268/fgm copy.jpg">Virtual College has launched a new course on female genital mutilation (FGM). The course is designed to raise awareness among members of the public and frontline community workers — including taxi drivers, hospitality staff, retail workers, and volunteers — who may encounter individuals at risk of or affected by FGM. It covers the origins and types of FGM, how to recognise warning signs, and appropriate ways to support victims or those at risk.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>High Performance Without Burnout: the conversation Reward &amp; Benefits leaders need to have in 2026</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/high-performance-without-burnout-the-conversation-reward-benefits-leaders-need-to-have-in-2026</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 10:26:37 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/high-performance-without-burnout-the-conversation-reward-benefits-leaders-need-to-have-in-2026</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56266/summit solutions covers 6.png">Poor mental health now costs UK employers £51 billion a year - yet burnout continues to rise. In this latest Summit Solutions article, Wellbound+ explores why traditional wellbeing strategies may no longer be enough, and what Reward &amp; Benefits leaders should be focusing on instead.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>2026 Fosway 9-Grid™ for Talent Acquisition finds a cautious hiring market </title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/fosway/2026/2026-fosway-9-grid-for-talent-acquisition-finds-a-cautious-hiring-market</link><pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 11:14:11 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/fosway/2026/2026-fosway-9-grid-for-talent-acquisition-finds-a-cautious-hiring-market</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56264/2026 fosway 9-grid - talent acquisition.jpg">Fosway Group, Europe’s #1 HR industry analyst, has released its 2026 9-Grid™ for Talent Acquisition, revealing a European hiring market that is cautious, fragmented and increasingly shaped by AI disruption.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>A new podcast from the Learning Hack explores how science fiction made the modern world</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/the-learning-hack/2026/a-new-podcast-from-the-learning-hack-explores-how-science-fiction-made-the-modern-world</link><pubDate>Fri, 22 May 2026 16:43:13 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/the-learning-hack/2026/a-new-podcast-from-the-learning-hack-explores-how-science-fiction-made-the-modern-world</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/14866368/learningnews.png">The Tech Imaginarium, a new podcast series from John Helmer's successful Learning Hack stable launches Tuesday 26 May 2026 — marking the centenary of Amazing Stories, the magazine that founded modern science fiction.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>LPI Research Reveals AI Capability Gap in L&amp;D</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-and-performance-institute/2026/lpi-research-reveals-ai-capability-gap-in-ld</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 14:02:03 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-and-performance-institute/2026/lpi-research-reveals-ai-capability-gap-in-ld</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56247/lpi-abodoo - the ld capability gap in the age of ai.jpg">New research from the Learning and Performance Institute shows learning leaders have moved beyond AI hype - but major gaps remain in literacy, governance, data fluency and strategic capability.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Computer science boom peaks as students rethink tech careers</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/computer-science-boom-peaks-as-students-rethink-tech-careers</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 07:07:03 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/computer-science-boom-peaks-as-students-rethink-tech-careers</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56244/computer science peaks revelio labs learning news.png">US students are moving away from computer science as tech hiring slows and engineering salary premiums rise.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Learning with Experts completes AI-supported perinatal learning platform</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/learning-with-experts-completes-ai-supported-perinatal-learning-platform</link><pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2026 06:14:47 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/learning-with-experts-completes-ai-supported-perinatal-learning-platform</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56242/lwemindfulbirthaipressimageactuallogoelspeth.png">Learning with Experts has completed an Innovate UK-backed project with The Mindful Birth Group, using live learning, AI-supported guidance and sentiment analysis to improve perinatal education and support.

]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Muir Gray and Charles Alessi launch AI dementia campaign</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/muir-gray-and-charles-alessi-launch-ai-dementia-campaign</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 06:06:39 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/muir-gray-and-charles-alessi-launch-ai-dementia-campaign</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56240/lwedementiacampaignpressphotorealfaces 1.png">Professor Sir Muir Gray and Dr Charles Alessi are joining Learning with Experts to launch a global dementia education campaign for Dementia Week this week using expert teaching, AI-supported guidance and sentiment analysis.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>AI report says L&amp;D must move beyond content creation</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-report-says-ld-must-move-beyond-content-creation</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 14:30:04 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-report-says-ld-must-move-beyond-content-creation</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/14866368/learningnews.png">Based on interviews with senior L&D leaders, Eglė Vinauskaitė and Donald H Taylor outline three new operating models for workplace learning and argue AI is accelerating the decline of content-led L&D functions.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>AI rollout outpacing workforce readiness</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-rollout-outpacing-workforce-readiness</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 06:33:17 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-rollout-outpacing-workforce-readiness</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56234/ai capability - learning news.png">Survey finds major disconnect between executive confidence and employee experience around AI capability development.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Talvi - showcasing our brand new MCP powered AI capabilities at Learning Live AI Edition</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/talvi-showcasing-our-brand-new-mcp-powered-ai-capabilities-at-learning-live-ai-edition</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:09:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/talvi-showcasing-our-brand-new-mcp-powered-ai-capabilities-at-learning-live-ai-edition</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56230/talvi 1.jpg">Talvi is launching a raft of new features at Learning Live AI Edition 2026: 100% SCORM decryption, an MCP Server and an MCP Store, 95% lower AI token use, 'human in the loop' data cleaner and zero-hallucination cited answers from ringfenced content.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>GE HealthCare &amp; Imparta Recognised with Stevie® Award for Sales and Coaching Excellence</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/imparta/2026/ge-healthcare-imparta-recognised-with-stevie-award-for-sales-and-coaching-excellence</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 10:45:05 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/imparta/2026/ge-healthcare-imparta-recognised-with-stevie-award-for-sales-and-coaching-excellence</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56237/stevie award20261200x628.png">The award recognises the success of the PDX Sales Academy in building a scalable, buyer-centric approach to commercial capability and performance improvement.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Accenture's Talent Reinventors at Learning Live</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/accentures-talent-reinventors-at-learning-live</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:06:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/accentures-talent-reinventors-at-learning-live</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/14866368/learningnews.png">Only 18% of Organisations Are Getting the AI–Talent Balance Right. As organisations race to embed artificial intelligence across their operations, recent research from Accenture suggests the vast majority are overlooking a critical factor: their people.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Employers turn to skills and AI amid cost pressures</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/employers-turn-to-skills-and-ai-amid-cost-pressures</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:04:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/employers-turn-to-skills-and-ai-amid-cost-pressures</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56233/cipd labour market report learning news.png">CIPD labour market data shows employers prioritising productivity, workforce planning and AI adoption as confidence remains subdued.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>  Up Your Learning Design Game With The Learning Network's Next Mastery Day! </title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/the-learning-network/2026/up-your-learning-design-game-with-the-learning-networks-next-mastery-day</link><pubDate>Sun, 17 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/the-learning-network/2026/up-your-learning-design-game-with-the-learning-networks-next-mastery-day</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56220/may 2026 mastery day thumb.png">The Learning Network's second mastery day of the year is nearly here, and it’s all about learning design. Join us for a day of hands-on workshops that’ll let you get stuck in to learn new - or improve your existing - learning design skills.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>IDTX Evidence Informed Practice Welcomes Manageable as Headline Sponsor</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/idtx/2026/idtx-evidence-informed-practice-welcomes-manageable-as-headline-sponsor</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 15:50:43 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/idtx/2026/idtx-evidence-informed-practice-welcomes-manageable-as-headline-sponsor</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56215/manageablelogo-blue.png">A partnership that puts science-based manager development at the heart of the UK's newest evidence-informed practice conference.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Abilitie achieves Gold Standard accreditation from the Learning and Performance Institute</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/abilitie-achieves-gold-standard-accreditation-from-the-learning-and-performance-institute</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:27:08 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/abilitie-achieves-gold-standard-accreditation-from-the-learning-and-performance-institute</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56206/lpi accredited learning provider badge.png">Abilitie has achieved the LPI Gold Standard accreditation, a prestigious recognition of its high-impact, technology-powered leadership programmes. The award highlights Abilitie’s commitment to measurable client outcomes, a strong partnership approach, and consistent quality of learning experience.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Free Spirits appoints new COO to take the community for self-employed professionals to the next level </title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/ld-free-spirits/2026/free-spirits-appoints-new-coo-to-take-the-community-for-self-employed-professionals-to-the-next-leve</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:10:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/ld-free-spirits/2026/free-spirits-appoints-new-coo-to-take-the-community-for-self-employed-professionals-to-the-next-leve</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56204/fsandycoo.jpg">Andy Candler has been appointed Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Free Spirits and joins Founder Kim Ellis as business partner.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Acteon launches AI training informed by behavioural science and AI best practice</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/acteon-communication-and-learning/2026/acteon-launches-ai-training-informed-by-behavioural-science-and-ai-best-practice</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 22:07:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/acteon-communication-and-learning/2026/acteon-launches-ai-training-informed-by-behavioural-science-and-ai-best-practice</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56222/titlehowtobegoodatai-optimum1920x1080small.png">Behaviour change consultancy Acteon has released TikTok style training helping employees use AI safely, effectively and confidently. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>What to Expect at the 11th Rewards, Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Summit</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/what-to-expect-at-the-11th-rewards-benefits-wellbeing-summit</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:07:51 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/what-to-expect-at-the-11th-rewards-benefits-wellbeing-summit</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56181/2 months .png">AI, pay transparency, financial wellbeing and mental health are just some of the major topics set to dominate discussion at the 11th Rewards, Benefits &amp; Wellbeing Summit this June. The event will unite senior industry leaders for three days of insight, networking and focused business engagement.]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>