<?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>Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:37:44 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>Pearson agrees to acquire skills assessment firm Workera</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/pearson-agrees-to-acquire-skills-assessment-firm-workera</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:56:27 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/pearson-agrees-to-acquire-skills-assessment-firm-workera</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56857/pearson workera acquisition - learning news.png">The proposed acquisition would add Workera’s assessment of demonstrated skills to Pearson’s enterprise learning business.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Speexx Named Finalist for Great Place to Work at the 2026 Engage Awards</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/speexx/2026/speexx-named-finalist-for-great-place-to-work-at-the-2026-engage-awards</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:40:02 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/speexx/2026/speexx-named-finalist-for-great-place-to-work-at-the-2026-engage-awards</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56845/speexxpressreleaseengageawards2026finalistenlearningnews.png">Speexx has been named a finalist in the Great Place to Work category at the 2026 Engage Awards, recognizing organizations that have created exceptional employee experiences through effective engagement strategies with a measurable impact.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Bauer Academy launches Future Capabilities Lens to help employers thrive in a changing world</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/bauer-academy-launches-future-capabilities-lens-to-help-employers-thrive-in-a-changing-world</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:17:06 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/bauer-academy-launches-future-capabilities-lens-to-help-employers-thrive-in-a-changing-world</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56843/bauer academy future capabilities lens - learning news 2.png">As AI reshapes the workplace, Bauer Academy has launched its Future Capabilities Lens to help organisations build the human capabilities needed to thrive. Combining research, digital learning and practical development, it puts adaptability, idea generation and communication at the heart of future-ready talent.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>AI adoption is stalling on human uncertainty. Mediazoo Group launches the fix.</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/media-zoo/2026/ai-adoption-is-stalling-on-human-uncertainty-mediazoo-group-launches-the-fix</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 17:28:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/media-zoo/2026/ai-adoption-is-stalling-on-human-uncertainty-mediazoo-group-launches-the-fix</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56835/giles smith ceo .png">The Uncertainty &amp; AI Ready Platform combines behavioural science and practical AI skills training. It's designed to remove the barriers of uncertainty and new technology adoption, so people can master both together and unlock their full performance.

Licensed per named seat, the platform tackles two costly problems at once: only 10% of UK employees are engaged at work, and only around 30% of change programmes succeed.

A landmark moment for Mediazoo Group: it's now listed on Microsoft Marketplace, alongside some of the world's largest enterprise software and technology providers. It's available directly to any of Microsoft's global enterprise customers.
]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Skill Development for a Complex World</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/skill-development-for-a-complex-world</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:32:18 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/skill-development-for-a-complex-world</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56831/julie-dirksen.jpg">At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Julie Dirksen will explore how learning professionals can design for skill development in a world shaped by both AI and complexity. ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>AI changes how skilled workers build workplace expertise</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-changes-how-skilled-workers-build-workplace-expertise</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:38:07 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-changes-how-skilled-workers-build-workplace-expertise</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56836/replacing experience tech skills - learning news 2.png">Call for greater use of mentoring, hands-on practice and simulation as AI changes skilled work and employers replace exiting workers.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Learning Technologies Awards 2026</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/reasons-to-attend-the-learning-technologies-awards-2026</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:13:24 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/reasons-to-attend-the-learning-technologies-awards-2026</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56828/ltawards.png">The Learning Technologies Awards will bring the workplace learning community together at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London, on 11 November 2026 for an evening of recognition and celebration.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Webinar challenges L&amp;D teams to look beyond the data when planning for 2027</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/insights-media/2026/webinar-challenges-ld-teams-to-look-beyond-the-data-when-planning-for-2027</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 14:54:55 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/insights-media/2026/webinar-challenges-ld-teams-to-look-beyond-the-data-when-planning-for-2027</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/14866368/learningnews.png">As L&D teams develop their plans for 2027, a Learning Network webinar facilitated by Insights Media’s Martin Couzins will show how existing evidence can uncover the organisational realities behind the numbers - and lead to a more credible strategy.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>How small businesses can develop their people without an L&amp;D team</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/features/2026/how-small-businesses-can-develop-their-people-without-an-ld-team</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 11:32:12 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/features/2026/how-small-businesses-can-develop-their-people-without-an-ld-team</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56825/learning without an ld team - learning news.png">Paul Buller discusses Mindtools Kineo’s new offer for small businesses without dedicated L&D teams or complex learning systems.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Learning Company International launches new website following Learning Live 2026</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/the-learning-company-international-launches-new-website-following-learning-live-2026</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/the-learning-company-international-launches-new-website-following-learning-live-2026</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56822/lci website.png">L&D consultancy The Learning Company International has launched a new website, timed alongside its stand at Learning Live 2026, hosted by the Learning and Performance Institute.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Learning Technologies Autumn Forum marks National L&amp;D Month with four days of online sessions</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/learning-technologies-autumn-forum-marks-national-ld-month-with-four-days-of-online-sessions</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:17:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/learning-technologies-autumn-forum-marks-national-ld-month-with-four-days-of-online-sessions</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56818/ltaf national ld day.jpg">The event takes place on 13, 15, 20 and 22 October, with 16 sessions exploring the issues shaping workplace learning.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>AI raises concerns over loss of early-career skills</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-raises-concerns-over-loss-of-early-career-skills</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/ai-raises-concerns-over-loss-of-early-career-skills</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56837/ai impacting early-career skills - learning news 2.png">Employers are recognising the potential loss of opportunities to develop essential skills as AI changes entry-level work.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Beyond Content: What Behavioural Science Can Teach L&amp;D</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/beyond-content-what-behavioural-science-can-teach-ld</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/beyond-content-what-behavioural-science-can-teach-ld</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56813/lavinia mehedintu.jpg">At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, Lavinia Mehedințu will explore what L&D can learn from behavioural science about how people make decisions, develop habits, respond to their environment, and translate intention into action.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Youth apprenticeship provision remains thin ahead of Milburn recommendations</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/youth-apprenticeship-provision-remains-thin-ahead-of-milburn-recommendations</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:35:16 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/youth-apprenticeship-provision-remains-thin-ahead-of-milburn-recommendations</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56838/youth apprenticeships remain thin - learning news 2.png">Foundation Apprenticeships recorded just 160 starts to April as the CIPD calls for a guarantee to expand routes into work for young people.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>From rotas to business intelligence: why HR needs to rethink workforce planning</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/from-rotas-to-business-intelligence-why-hr-needs-to-rethink-workforce-planning</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:52:46 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/summit-events/2026/from-rotas-to-business-intelligence-why-hr-needs-to-rethink-workforce-planning</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56810/protime ss final front cover.png">Most organisations treat workforce planning like admin. But your rota is already one of the richest datasets you have, if you know how to use it.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>DECIEM and Thrive win Gold</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/thrive/2026/deciem-and-thrive-win-gold-(1)</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2026 09:33:52 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/thrive/2026/deciem-and-thrive-win-gold-(1)</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56808/deciem-awardsgif1920x1080v2-ezgif.com-optimize.gif">“Onboarding, The DECIEM Way” recognised for its manager-led approach to enhancing company culture through rapid global growth at the Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards for Best New Hire Onboarding Programme]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Learning Technologies Group Appoints Tammy Martin as Chief Financial Officer</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies-group/2026/learning-technologies-group-appoints-tammy-martin-as-chief-financial-officer</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:20:14 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies-group/2026/learning-technologies-group-appoints-tammy-martin-as-chief-financial-officer</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56800/tammy martin group cfo16-9.jpg">Learning Technologies Group (LTG) today announced the appointment of Tammy Martin as Chief Financial Officer, effective immediately.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>The Changing Reality of L&amp;D: What the Latest Research Tells Us</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/the-changing-reality-of-ld-what-the-latest-research-tells-us</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:06:00 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-technologies/2026/the-changing-reality-of-ld-what-the-latest-research-tells-us</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56797/david wilson - learning news.jpg">At the Learning Technologies Autumn Forum, online this October, David Wilson from market analyst Fosway, explores the latest research into the realities of corporate learning and learning technology across Europe.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>Phoenix Education Partners agrees to acquire Fuel50</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/phoenix-education-partners-agrees-to-acquire-fuel50</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:35:13 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/learning-news/2026/phoenix-education-partners-agrees-to-acquire-fuel50</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/14866368/learningnews.png">The $31.5m deal would bring Fuel50’s workforce intelligence and talent marketplace business into the parent company of the University of Phoenix.]]></content:encoded></item><item><title>iSpring launches case-based bootcamp around everyday L&amp;D challenges</title><link>https://learningnews.com/news/ispring-solutions/2026/ispring-launches-case-based-bootcamp-around-everyday-ld-challenges</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:27:58 GMT</pubDate><guid>https://learningnews.com/news/ispring-solutions/2026/ispring-launches-case-based-bootcamp-around-everyday-ld-challenges</guid><content:encoded><![CDATA[ <img src="https://learningnews.com/media/56794/ispring bootcamp.png">A new three-week iSpring programme will take L&D professionals through three workplace learning cases: onboarding large groups, training deskless employees and turning subject matter expertise into effective learning.]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>