Hi everyone! Welcome to another edition of our S&A Bulletin highlights. Last week we had the pleasure of hosting three livestreams with key industry players: Martijn van de Veen from ICEF Digital, Sylvia Johnson from the Codrington Language Centre, and Cal Barton from Global Study. Here are our top takeaways from these insightful discussions.

ICEF Digital: Embracing AI in International Education

The upcoming ICEF Digital event in Berlin promises to guide professionals through the adoption of new AI technologies in education, while also addressing concerns about digital innovations. This one-day event will feature:

• Interactive sessions, including small-group ‘campfire’ discussions
• Case studies from Arizona State University and INTO University Partnerships
• Discussions on data collection strategies and agency adoption of digital innovations
• 20 exhibitors showcasing digital solutions for the education industry
• Ample networking opportunities throughout the day and during the evening reception.

Tickets and more information is available at www.ICEF.com/digital.

Codrington Language Centre: A Unique Caribbean Learning Experience

In our discussion, Sylvia Johnson shared all the wonderful things students experience when studying at Codrington Language Centre in Barbados. This English language school offers:

• A small, personalised learning environment accommodating up to 48 on-site students
• A multi-national student body, primarily aged 24-54
• Flexible courses, including standard English, intensive courses, and specialised programmes like Aviation English
• Additional services such as activity information and airport transfers

The centre’s unique selling point lies in its ability to blend quality language education with the allure of a Caribbean setting. Find out more on their website. 

Global Study: AI for Education Agents

In our third livestream of the week, Cal Barton discussed Global Study’s latest AI solution, Student Advisor, highlighting:

• Benefits: Enhanced productivity, improved quality assurance, reduced training time
• Features: AI assistant, communication tools, student journey tracking
• Integration benefits: Reduced research time, consistent responses
• Pricing: Starting at $69/month per licence

Cal emphasised that AI won’t replace human counsellors, but instead will enhance their capabilities, allowing for more personalised attention to students. Discover more about this innovative service here.

That’s all for now, but stay tuned for another livestream session with Global Study coming very soon!

Written by Stephanie Clark