This one day online conference is timed to follow the publication of the DfE Initial teacher training (ITT) market review report, and will focus on key priorities for teacher training in light of the review and its recommendations.

Taking place in the context of further major changes to teacher training and professional development, discussions will include:
• the new suite of National Professional Qualifications due to be launched in September 2021
• reforms to the Early Career Framework, setting out the key training and development entitlements for early career teachers.

The discussion will bring together stakeholders with policymakers to consider the latest thinking and developments in teacher training, with agenda sessions on:
• the ITT market review and the possible impact of reforms on the sector
• the future role of HE providers, along with current challenges to effective provision
• implementing the Early Career Framework (ECF) and aligning with the Core Content Framework (CCF)
• professional development for teachers and improving diversity in leadership.

Keynote speakers will include the chair of the ITT Market Review Group, Ian Bauckham, Chair, Oak National Academy and Professor Samantha Twiselton, Vice President, Chartered College of Teaching; Member, ITT Market Review Group; and Director, Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University.

This online event will include:
• full, four-hour programme including comfort breaks
• information-rich discussion involving key policymakers and stakeholders
• conference materials provided in advance, including speaker biographies
• speakers presenting via webcam, accompanied by slides if they wish, using the Cisco WebEx professional online conference platform
• opportunities for live delegate questions and comments with all speakers
• a recording of the addresses, all slides cleared by speakers, and further materials, is made available to all delegates after the event
• delegates are able to add their own written comments and articles following the conference, to be distributed to all attendees and more widely
• networking opportunities for delegates to e-meet and interact.

Full information and guidance on how to take part will be sent to delegates before the conference.