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In this episode of the Edufuturists podcast, Ben and Steve interview Johnny Wathen from TransforMATive about digital transformation in the education sector. We discuss the meaning of digital transformation and its importance in creating value for individuals and organisations. We also explore the current state of digital transformation in the education sector, with some organisations still in the early stages of digitisation while others are embracing digital leadership and maturity.

The conversation touches on the need for collaboration and sharing of ideas in the sector, as well as the role of visionary leaders in driving digital transformation. The importance of clarity, vision, accountability, and autonomy in navigating preferences and opinions in organisations is also highlighted.

The conversation explores the need for digital leadership in the education sector and the challenges of implementing digital transformation. It emphasises the importance of collaboration, agility, and adaptability in the face of rapid technological advancements.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:09 Understanding Digital Transformation in the Education Sector
06:58 The Current State of Digital Transformation in Education
09:46 The Importance of Collaboration and Sharing in Education
13:22 The Role of Visionary Leaders in Driving Digital Transformation
16:28 Navigating Preferences and Opinions in Organisations
24:29 The Importance of Digital Leadership in Education
28:14 Collaboration, Agility, and Adaptability in the Digital Age
35:10 Inspiring and Developing Leaders through the TransforMATive Leadership Programme
39:21 Technology Augmentation and the Culture of Innovation
41:51 Skills for the Future Workforce

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In this episode, Ben and Steve celebrate the 250th episode of the podcast and discuss their recent activities, including speaking engagements and workshops. They express gratitude to their partners, judges, and the community for their support. They also announce the renaming of the Outstanding Achievement Award in honour of David Price.

The main themes discussed in the Trends booklet are holistic education, culture and strategy, lifelong learning, and enabling technology. The conversation covers the importance of holistic education, the need for critical thinking skills, the role of culture and strategy in education, the value of lifelong learning, and the impact of enabling technology.

We emphasise the need to move away from a focus on knowledge and exams and instead prioritise skills development and curiosity. We discuss the importance of creating a culture of innovation and inclusivity, and highlight the role of technology in enhancing education. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the future of the podcast and the plans for upcoming events.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating 250 Episodes
09:14 Renaming the Outstanding Achievement Award
23:54 Holistic Education: Supercharging the Full Human Skill Set
27:13 Culture and Strategy in That Order: Building Strong Organisational Culture
27:52 Lifelong Learning: Continuous Learning and Leveling Up
28:19 Enabling Technology: Aligning Pedagogical Beliefs with Technology
28:52 Shifting the Focus: From Knowledge to Skills
34:40 Building a Culture of Innovation and Inclusivity
43:14 Embracing Lifelong Learning
50:28 The Power of Enabling Technology
01:00:23 The Future of the Podcast and Events

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In this episode, Ben and Steve are joined by Claire Tamplin, The Mindful Movement Coach. Claire shares her journey from being an English teacher to becoming an innovator in holistic education. She talks about the importance of emotional health and fitness in schools and the need to move beyond a narrow focus on academic subjects.

Claire introduces the concept of mindful movement, which is about getting out of your head and into your body, and explains how it can help manage stress and improve emotional well-being.

She emphasises the importance of authenticity, imperfection, and celebrating successes. The conversation explores the concept of being a changemaker and the importance of using one's voice to create positive change. It emphasises the need for creativity, connectivity, courage, community, and clarity as essential skills for students to thrive in the future workforce. The surprising element in a transformed education system would be starting each school day with gratitude, fostering a positive and present mindset for learning. The biggest challenges in achieving the future of education include the uncertainty of the future workforce and the lack of time given to young people to fail and learn from their mistakes.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Claire Tamplin
02:14 Transition from Teacher to Innovator in Holistic Education
06:35 Stepping into Power and Creating Change
08:28 Championing Authenticity and Imperfection in Education
11:30 Supporting Teachers to Thrive in the Education System
16:02 The Power of Mindful Movement in Managing Stress and Improving Well-being
32:16 Becoming a Changemaker
56:04 Essential Skills for the Future Workforce
57:32 Starting the School Day with Gratitude
58:34 Challenges in Achieving the Future of Education

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In this episode, Ben and Steve discuss the impact of AI on education with guest Donald Clark. They explore the rapid progress of AI in education, the shift from text-based learning to multimodal learning, and the potential for AI to revolutionise assessment.

They also discuss the role of teachers in the age of AI and the need for a shift in teaching methods. The conversation highlights the growing importance of AI in education and its potential to enhance learning experiences. AI in education has the potential to address accessibility issues and personalise learning for individuals with disabilities. It can automate tasks like marking, reducing teacher workload. AI can also support learners in the workplace by understanding context and providing performance support.

However, there are concerns about the impact of AI on teacher jobs and the need for teachers to adapt to new technologies. The transformation of education will require a shift in agency towards learners and a reevaluation of the skills and knowledge that are prioritised. The biggest challenge for education in the next 10 to 20 years is the political and social ramifications of an education system that produces a graduate class that looks down on the rest. It is important to ensure that AI in education benefits all learners and addresses inequality.

Keywords

#AI #education #progress #multimodal #learning #assessment #teachers #learningexperiences #AIineducation #accessibility #personalisedlearning #teacherworkload #workplacelearning #automation #teacherjobs #learneragency #skills #knowledge #educationtransformation #inequality

Sound Bites

"AI in education is unlike most technologies in the past, as it has steadily progressed and continues to accelerate."

"Education has been drowning in a sea of text, and AI is shifting towards multimodality, including audio and real-time dialogue."

"AI is pushing for a change in assessment methods, moving away from handwritten exams and essays."

"AI can speak dozens of languages and be sensitive to accessibility issues."

"Who wouldn't want to automate marking?"

"AI can understand the context of learners in the workplace and provide performance support."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Uprising 2024 Announcement

02:26 Previous Discussion on AI in Education and its Progress

06:12 The Shift from Text-Based Learning to Multimodal Learning

11:39 Revolutionising Assessment with AI

13:57 The Changing Role of Teachers in the Age of AI

23:00 Excitement and Adoption of AI in Education

26:21 The Potential of AI to Enhance Learning Experiences

32:26 The Future of Teaching in the Age of AI

35:10 Addressing Accessibility and Personalising Learning

37:25 Supporting Workplace Learning

39:18 AI's Potential in Wellbeing and Psychological Support

42:13 Shifting Agency towards Learners

50:30 AI's Impact on Education and Human Exceptionalism

53:21 Increasing Productivity and Efficacy with AI

01:10:48 The Surprising Element in a Transformed Education System

01:12:57 The Challenge of Inequality in Education



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In this episode, Darren Coxon from Coxon.ai discusses his background in education and his work in helping schools integrate AI. He emphasises the importance of creating a positive and purposeful use of AI tools in education. Darren breaks down AI in schools into three categories: AI that replaces what humans can do, AI thats data, and AI that enables new possibilities.

He also shares his strategic approach to using AI tools and recommends tools like ChatGPT, Google AI Studio, and Notebook LM. The conversation explores the need for a shift in education away from a worksheet mentality and towards a more interactive and engaging approach.

It emphasises the importance of creating a schooling system where both teachers and students want to be, with a curriculum based on meaningful topics. The use of AI, particularly chatbots, is discussed as a tool to support personalised learning and provide timely feedback.

The conversation also touches on the need for a balance between revolution and evolution in education, and the challenges of navigating competing vested interests.

Chapters



00:00 Introduction and Background
06:43 Lessons in Leadership
10:39 Creating the Right Environment for Leadership
14:22 The Simple Vision of Education
25:16 Avoiding Ineffective AI Tools
27:19 Shifting from a Worksheet Mentality to Interactive Learning
30:00 The Power of AI in Personalised Learning
36:30 Balancing Revolution and Evolution in Education


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In this conversation, we invited Alex Gray on to discuss the education system in the Middle East, specifically in Dubai. We talk about the high expectations and demands placed on teachers in international schools, as well as the importance of continuous professional development and collaboration. Alex shares his personal journey from teaching in the UK to working in Dubai, highlighting the benefits and challenges of the international education system.



We also touch on the issue of work-life balance and the potential for burnout in a fast-paced and competitive environment.

The conversation covers topics such as time planning for teachers, the challenges of short contracts, the stability of teaching jobs in the UK, the motivation behind starting a podcast, the value of podcasting as professional development, the potential of podcasting in education, and the future of exams and education.

Takeaways
- The education system in Dubai, particularly in international schools, places high expectations and demands on teachers due to the significant fees paid by parents and the emphasis on results and outcomes.
- Continuous professional development (PD) is a major focus in Dubai, with numerous conferences, workshops, and training opportunities available for teachers.
- Collaboration and cross-school networking are encouraged.
- The international education system offers excellent facilities, resources, and support for teachers, allowing for innovative and engaging teaching practices.
- Teachers in Dubai have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students and colleagues from different cultural backgrounds, creating a rich and dynamic learning environment.
- Maintaining a work-life balance can be challenging in Dubai, as the city offers many distractions and temptations. However, schools are increasingly recognising the importance of teacher well-being and implementing policies to support it.
- Teachers often struggle with time planning and time management, which can affect their productivity and work-life balance.
- Starting a podcast can be a fulfilling and valuable form of professional development, allowing educators to connect with others and learn from their experiences.
- Podcasting has the potential to be a powerful tool in education, providing a platform for sharing ideas, showcasing student work, and delivering content in a different format.
- Adaptability is a key skill that students will need in the future, as the world continues to change rapidly.

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