SJ Boulton | Source | Product Manager (Higher Education) at Labster

It was disappointing to hear so little on increasing investment for the education sector today. The impact of the pandemic is still being felt by schools and students across the country, and so we need to ensure future leaders can access education and training that inspires them. Education has experienced the start of a technology revolution, with the switch to virtual and hybrid learning methods. However, the attainment gap has widened at the same time. As a result, we need to be seeing an increase in government funding to prevent the skills gap from widening further. Investment in education technology can help plug the gap if embraced at a national level. The benefits of virtual learning – especially when combined with classroom teaching from our excellent teachers in the UK – provide an opportunity to bridge the skills gap, future-proof learning, and empower educators, businesses and individuals by opening the door to high-quality education, wherever they are.