Together, they explore how reading engagement, career-connected learning, AI-powered feedback, and digital assessment platforms are transforming how students learn and how teachers assess progress. From rebuilding a love of literacy to using AI for personalised learning and reducing workload, this episode highlights practical innovation shaping classrooms worldwide.
Key Themes in This Episode
Reviving children’s love for reading
AI-powered formative assessment
Career-connected learning pathways
Reducing teacher workload with technology
Digital tools improving student engagement
Why Listen to This Episode?
This episode offers real-world examples of how education technology is improving literacy, assessment, and future readiness. You’ll discover how AI tools support personalised feedback, how digital platforms connect learning to careers, and how schools can balance innovation with meaningful outcomes. It’s packed with practical insight from leaders driving change across education.
Who This Episode Is For?
This episode is ideal for educators, school leaders, EdTech professionals, curriculum designers, and policymakers. It’s especially valuable for those interested in AI in assessment, literacy development, student engagement, and preparing learners for future careers.
Full Episode Description
Recorded live at Bett UK 2026, this episode captures the energy and innovation shaping the future of education. The conversation opens with Andrew Ettinger from the National Literacy Trust, who introduces the National Year of Reading campaign. In response to declining reading enjoyment among children, Andrew explains why literacy is more important than ever in an AI-driven world and how connecting texts to students’ passions — from gaming to sports — can help rebuild strong reader identities.
Next, Conor Gately from Edmentum shares how career-connected learning is helping students explore future pathways beyond traditional academic routes. Through platforms like Major Clarity, learners can discover careers, build skills, and connect education to real-world opportunities, ensuring no doors are closed for their future.
The discussion then turns to classroom assessment with William Griffiths, co-founder of RedPen AI. Will explains how his AI-powered platform bridges handwritten work and digital feedback, giving teachers real-time insights while significantly reducing marking workload — even without one-to-one devices.
Finally, Liz Crawford from Kahoot! highlights the platform’s evolution into a comprehensive learning ecosystem. From AI-generated quizzes to deep LMS integration and research-backed impact, Liz explains how Kahoot! is helping educators create engaging, data-informed learning experiences at scale.
Although Bett UK 2026 has come to a close, the innovation continues to explore the highlights and stay connected with the community. This episode is proudly sponsored by Edmentumand by Edruption, powering the future of learning.
Philippa Wraithmell is an education and digital-learning strategist based in the UAE. As the founder of EdRuption and Digital Bridge, she leads work on digital wellbeing, innovation, and evidence-informed practice. As host of The EdTech Podcast, Philippa explores how technology can elevate teaching, learning, and equitable education across the globe.
Andrew is Director of Education at the National Literacy Trust, leading work with schools, families, and communities. A former English teacher and education leader, he focuses on improving literacy outcomes nationwide. Andrew supports campaigns that reconnect children with reading and help schools build strong reading cultures for long-term success.
Conor leads Edmentum’s international growth, working with schools and governments worldwide. With over 20 years in education technology, he focuses on AI-driven learning, assessment, and career pathways. His work helps students build skills, explore future careers, and achieve better learning outcomes through personalised education tools.
William is a former teacher and co-founder of RedPen AI. He created the platform to reduce teacher workload using AI-powered feedback and assessment tools. RedPen AI supports handwritten work, tracks progress, and gives teachers clear insights to improve learning without needing one-to-one devices in classrooms.
Liz leads Kahoot!’s global education strategy, helping schools use digital tools to improve engagement and learning outcomes. With over 20 years in EdTech, she has worked with major education platforms worldwide. Liz focuses on combining AI, research-backed learning, and simple tools that support teachers and students.
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Episode Overview
In this special Bett UK 2026 episode of The EdTech Podcast, host Philippa Wraithmell brings together Andrew Ettinger from the National Literacy Trust, Conor Gately from Edmentum, William Griffiths from RedPen AI, and Liz Crawford from Kahoot!
Together, they explore how reading engagement, career-connected learning, AI-powered feedback, and digital assessment platforms are transforming how students learn and how teachers assess progress. From rebuilding a love of literacy to using AI for personalised learning and reducing workload, this episode highlights practical innovation shaping classrooms worldwide.
Key Themes in This Episode
Why Listen to This Episode?
This episode offers real-world examples of how education technology is improving literacy, assessment, and future readiness. You’ll discover how AI tools support personalised feedback, how digital platforms connect learning to careers, and how schools can balance innovation with meaningful outcomes. It’s packed with practical insight from leaders driving change across education.
Who This Episode Is For?
This episode is ideal for educators, school leaders, EdTech professionals, curriculum designers, and policymakers. It’s especially valuable for those interested in AI in assessment, literacy development, student engagement, and preparing learners for future careers.
Full Episode Description
Recorded live at Bett UK 2026, this episode captures the energy and innovation shaping the future of education. The conversation opens with Andrew Ettinger from the National Literacy Trust, who introduces the National Year of Reading campaign. In response to declining reading enjoyment among children, Andrew explains why literacy is more important than ever in an AI-driven world and how connecting texts to students’ passions — from gaming to sports — can help rebuild strong reader identities.
Next, Conor Gately from Edmentum shares how career-connected learning is helping students explore future pathways beyond traditional academic routes. Through platforms like Major Clarity, learners can discover careers, build skills, and connect education to real-world opportunities, ensuring no doors are closed for their future.
The discussion then turns to classroom assessment with William Griffiths, co-founder of RedPen AI. Will explains how his AI-powered platform bridges handwritten work and digital feedback, giving teachers real-time insights while significantly reducing marking workload — even without one-to-one devices.
Finally, Liz Crawford from Kahoot! highlights the platform’s evolution into a comprehensive learning ecosystem. From AI-generated quizzes to deep LMS integration and research-backed impact, Liz explains how Kahoot! is helping educators create engaging, data-informed learning experiences at scale.
Although Bett UK 2026 has come to a close, the innovation continues to explore the highlights and stay connected with the community. This episode is proudly sponsored by Edmentum and by Edruption, powering the future of learning.
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