PebblePad has announced a new PebblePad global partnership with Inside Higher Ed (IHE) and Times Higher Education (THE), two major organizations known for their work in the higher education sector. The collaboration is designed to support learning practices that help students build skills, reflect on their progress, and prepare for academic and professional environments. The PebblePad global partnership also aligns with PebblePad’s effort to expand its engagement within the United States.
The three organizations share an emphasis on improving student learning outcomes and strengthening the connection between classroom instruction and real-world experiences. PebblePad’s platform focuses on reflective learning, ePortfolios, and assessment tools that help educators guide students through structured and experiential learning. IHE and THE contribute research, sector analysis, and networks of educators and institutional leaders who work on improving teaching, curriculum design, and academic support systems.
Collaboration Across Key Education Events
As part of the agreement, PebblePad will take part in several higher education events in the United Kingdom and the United States. These gatherings bring together university leaders, faculty members, and learning specialists to discuss effective teaching practices, assessment models, and student support strategies.
Scheduled activities include student success events hosted by THE in Edinburgh and Atlanta. Speakers will address topics such as assessment in an era shaped by emerging technology and ways institutions can help students navigate academic challenges. An additional global webinar will feature discussions on how universities are preparing learners for a rapidly changing environment shaped by new skills requirements, digital tools, and evolving workforce expectations.
These events aim to offer educators a space to share experiences, review research insights, and explore practical approaches to supporting students from their first year through graduation. The PebblePad global partnership is expected to expand opportunities for academic communities to collaborate across regions.
Sector Perspectives on Learning and Support
Leaders from PebblePad, THE, and Inside Higher Ed highlighted the importance of working together to support students more effectively. Their views emphasized the value of understanding learner needs, recognizing emerging challenges, and shaping programs that strengthen academic development.
Across higher education, institutions continue to evaluate how students build skills across different disciplines and learning environments. Many programs now integrate reflective tasks, work-based learning, and digital portfolio development as part of their curriculum. Tools and collaboration networks that help document learning progress are becoming more commonly used by faculty and student support teams.
Role of PebblePad and Its Academic Network
PebblePad is used at institutions in multiple countries for activities such as general education coursework, clinical preparation, and employability training. Educators use the platform to help students track growth, demonstrate learning outcomes, and prepare for future careers. Universities often apply these tools in programs where students need evidence of practical experience or must reflect on their development over time.
IHE and THE contribute global data, sector reporting, and analysis of trends affecting universities. Their work supports teachers, administrators, and researchers who study learning environments and academic performance. Together with PebblePad, the PebblePad global partnership aims to bring together resources that help institutions improve instruction, evaluation methods, and student engagement.
A Shared Commitment to Student Learning
The collaboration highlights ongoing efforts within higher education to support student learning in a structured, evidence-based way. As universities explore new instructional models and adapt to changing educational demands, PebblePad global partnerships that connect research, digital tools, and teaching practices continue to play an important role in shaping how students learn.
The organizations involved plan to continue exchanging insights and contributing to sector conversations, with a focus on helping teachers strengthen academic programs and helping students prepare for future study and career pathways.