Shows

Mark Robertson discusses why the current LMS’s are not cutting it, the features of next-gen digital learning platforms and benefits to learners, and the deeper cultural and organisational challenges that educational leaders need to address.

Peter Kilcoyne speaks about the Blended Learning Consortium, its benefits to members, how college partnerships can improve the quality of educational outcomes, and best practice insights on the deployment of knowledge sharing channels and tools.

Dror Ben-Naim talks about Smart Sparrow’s beginning as an LMS and its evolution to an adaptive learning and courseware development platform. We discuss the company’s collaboration with universities, education consortiums and edtech incubators to develop better learning experiences, and advice for edtech entrepreneurs.

Dr Bridget Burns shares insights on what it takes to build Higher Education systems at scale and what the sector should focus on to better shape macro policy. We learn about the University Innovation Alliance, how the organisation has improved outcomes for all learners, and much more.

Professor Nicolas Hawkins shares his insights on technology-infused, quality learning and teaching and his vision and work with the BEST Network. We explore graduate employability and career development today.

We speak with BEcoME founder, Liv Pennie, on their focus on inspiring kids to design their happiest future, their aspirations, and 21st century career development.

Prof. Beverley Oliver shares her thoughts on Deakin’s ‘Live the Future’ digital agenda, the use of technology in solving challenges in student learning and experience, the importance of collaborating with other universities, her work and 2016 paper on ‘Better 21C Credentials’.

Prof. Glenn Withers provides insight on the current VET and Higher Ed environments in Australia and what we should focus on at a national level. We discuss the challenges of digitisation and what’s driving universities to move online.

Craftsposure founder Ria Chan, talks about how her startup evolved from her passion in design and digital marketing to creating online courses that help artists and craft makers market themselves online.

We speak with Dr Koh Noi Keng about utilising mobile apps to drive greater student engagement and motivation, the role of great instructional design, and if mobile/smart devices are a distraction or classroom aid.