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November
22 – 24, 2023
Berlin

Overall 2023 Theme: The Learning Futures We Choose

Will we decide the future we want for ourselves? Or will we be pushed into a dystopian system in which we have no say? Will we shape the future of learning or will Big Tech shape it for us? Will we control recent developments in technology or will they control us? Who will control the learning of the future? Are we enhancing our world or creating a new system in which we have no say? Will technology, data and AI decide our future for us? Or will technology help us to redefine the future of learning?

As humanity faces up to the biggest challenges of the tech revolution, OEB 2023 leads the discussion about how we can use technological change to shape the future of learning. A future that is created by us, not by machines.

Programme Overview

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Keynote Speakers

Plenaries feature world-class keynote speakers: proven experts with contributions that will take you on a journey far beyond conference themes. Bringing new perspectives and new impulses for innovation. Speakers will include:

OEB speaker Brent Anders

Brent Anders

Director of Institutional Research and Analaysis, Center for Teaching and Learning, Lecturer, American University of Armenia, Armenia

OEB speaker Simon Brown

Simon Brown

Chief Learning Officer, Novartis, Switzerland

OEB speaker Margaret Korosec

Margaret Korosec

Dean of Online and Digital Education, University of Leeds, United Kingdom

OEB speaker Helen Lee Bouygues

Helen Lee Bouygues

Founder & President, Reboot Foundation, United Kingdom

OEB speaker Eric Sheninger

Eric Sheninger

CEO, Aspire Change EDU, United States of America

Agenda OEB Global 2023

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FD1 - Speexx Exchange 2023 – The digital learning event for HR and L&D

Pre-Conference Workshop - FD1

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M1 - Unlocking Microvideo Magic: Lessons from TikTok

Pre-Conference Workshop - M1

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Wed

M2 - Build or Buy: Deciding Between Building and Outsourcing Support for Online Programmes

Pre-Conference Workshop - M2

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Wed

M3 - "UDL for You": Why Universal Design for Learning is Needed Now More than Ever - Four Best Practice

Pre-Conference Workshop - M3

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M4 - Thinking Bigger and Broader: Specifying a Curriculum Design Competency for L&D Professionals

Pre-Conference Workshop - M4

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FD2 - EnABLing Team-Based Approaches to Learning Design

Pre-Conference Workshop - FD2

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Wed

M5 - The Blended Learning Design Game

Pre-Conference Workshop - M5

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Wed

M6 - Visioning Learning Futures Together

Pre-Conference Workshop - M6

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Wed

M7 - Heroes 2.0: Lessons and Data to Share in the Creation and Implementation of Open Educational Resources

Pre-Conference Workshop - M7

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Wed

A6 - DistancE-Learning in Europe – Exchange of Experience and Knowledge Sharing: The Use of Data in Education

Pre-Conference Workshop - A6

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Wed

A1 - E-tivities for Impact: Enhancing Learning Through Active Participation

Pre-Conference Workshop - A1

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Wed

A2 - Take your Credentials to the Next Level - Build a European Digital Credential for Learning

Pre-Conference Workshop - A2

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Wed

A3 - Immerse in Your Own CBL Design Using an Interactive Step by Step Tool

Pre-Conference Workshop - A3

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Wed

A4 - The Art of Crafting Educational Videos

Pre-Conference Workshop - A4

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Wed

A5 - How to Advocate for Human Skills in an AI Driven World: Gaps in University Career Education

Pre-Conference Workshop - A5

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Wed

A7 - Practical AI: Using and Implementing AI for Learning in the Workplace

Pre-Conference Workshop - A7

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Wed

A8 - Learning in an Immersive Online Multiplayer 3D/VR Environment

Pre-Conference Workshop - A8

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Wed

Join The Innovative Learning Arena: Let's Battle It Out!

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Thu

Opening Plenary OEB23

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Thu

Personalised Learning Paths for University Teachers

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Analyse and Measure, then Show Impact. How a Performance-based Approach to Learning Design Ensures Success

Presentation Panel

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Thu

AI and Learning Design for Formative Assessment?

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

Re-Imagining the Roles of Educational Technologists and Instructional Designers in a Dynamic Postsecondary Landscape

Learning Café

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Thu

Beyond "Happy Sheets" - Ideas and Questions for Understanding Learning Effectiveness

Learning Café

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Thu

The EdTech-coach Approach

Learning Café

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Thu

E-Schools Teaching Scenario: A Contemporary Way to Teach

Learning Café

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Thu

From Theory to AI Practice: Elevating Education with Generative Techniques.

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Breaking Resistance To Boost Productivity in the Age of AI

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Navigating the Robo-Revolution: AI and the Future of Career Guidance

Panel Discussion

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Thu

EdTech Demystified: Strategies for Seamless Implementation

How To

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Thu

Truly Transforming Higher Education. Beyond Tradition, Beyond Our Wildest Dreams.

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Learning Goes Green: Investing in the Skills We Need for a Sustainable Future

Panel Discussion

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Thu

Learner-centric Implementation of Digital Learning at Higher Education

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Fostering Employee-led Learning through Corporate Communities

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Become the Best in Class in Setting up Hybrid Teaching

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Education Futures with Students: Co-Create Your University’s Digital Transformation Vision Bringing All Stakeholders to the Table

Learning Café

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Thu

Challenges and Solutions for the Digital Transformation of Classrooms

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Human-Machine Peer Learning (HMPL): What and Why?

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

More Gain, Less Pain. Proofing Assessment to Protect Academic Integrity.

How To

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Thu

Strategies to Cope with the Perpetual Beta of Workplace Learning Design

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Structured Upskilling for Teachers Facing Ever-Evolving Learning Technologies

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Expanding Digital Learning for the Elderly and Marginalised Communities

Presentation Panel

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Thu

From Invisibility to Impact: Practical Tips for All Budgets and Departments

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

Exploring Human Skills Across Sectors: Cultivating Creativity, Curiosity, and Critical Thinking

Learning Café

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Thu

Transforming Higher Education Through the Use of OER: From National Policies to Operational Implementation

Panel Discussion

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Thu

Learning Theory & Generative AI: live podcast recording featuring Donald Clark & John Helmer

Spotlight Stage -

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Unleashing the Power of Non-replicable Skills to Outperform Machines

Presentation Panel

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Thu

The Role of Quality Assurance and Capacity Building in Learning Design in Higher Education

Presentation Panel

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Scaling, Teaching, and Certifying Together: Collaborative Partnerships Across Universities and Sectors

Presentation Panel

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Unleashing the Power of European Universities

Panel Discussion

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Thu

Leading The Next Age: AI Generator or Human Training Creator?

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

Towards a Skills-based Organisation by Using Performance Analytics to Identify Skill Gaps

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Spacing Out to Level Up: Embrace Drips, Bots & Blogs to Reinforce Learning

How To

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Thu

On the Lookout for What’s New and Coming to Transform L&D

Presentation Panel

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Thu

What Makes Digital Teaching Initiatives Successful? Examples from Two International Organisation-Academia Partnerships

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

Unleashing Language Learning: Virtual Immersion and Beyond for Global Communication

Presentation Panel

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Thu

Manage Distractions in a Distracted World

How To

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Thu

Learning Technology in Crisis: Can Online Training Ever Be Scalable?

Boardroom Dialogue

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Thu

OEB Annual Debate: "This House Believes that the Widespread Implementation of AI in Learning Will Do More Harm than Good."

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Fri

The Big Reset: Adapting to a New Educational Landscape

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Fri

It’s L&D’s moment – but are we ready?

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Fri

Bridging Emerging Skill Gaps in the Transforming Job Market

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Will ChatGPT Replace Educational Developers in Higher Education?

Learning Café

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Fri

Teaching and Learning Development with the Card Game Learn'A'Lot

Boardroom Dialogue

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Fri

Multilinguality To Enhance Digital Learning

Panel Discussion

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Fri

Innovations in School Education: Student-Driven, Competence-Based, and Hybrid Learning

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Make It Relevant and Make Them Care. Best Practices To Engage and Attract Learners In The (Social) Media Age

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Immersive Learning Using Human Connection, Gamification and AI

Learning Café

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Fri

Driving Digital Transformation: Real-world Success Stories in Education

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Interdisciplinary Models for Corporate Learning Design

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Optimsing AI Prompts for Enhancing Organisational Learning and Training

How To

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Fri

Redefining Assessment: Unleashing a New Era of Engaging Learning Evaluation

Presentation Panel

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Fri

AI Tools for Reducing Teaching Workload and Enhancing Learning Outcomes

Presentation Panel

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Fri

The Paradigm Shift Is Here. Using GenAI to Improve Teaching and Learning.

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Academic Researchers, Welcome to the Age of AI (You Are Going to Love It)

How To

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Revolutionising Education with VR and the Metaverse

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Going Beyond "We Need a Learning Culture” - Evidence-driven Transformation to a Future-oriented Learning Approach at Deutsche Bahn

Panel Discussion

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Fri

Environmental Sustainability Through Learning Design

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Responsible Framework for Developing, Using and Sharing AI-applications.

How To

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Fri

Novel Ways to Teach Future-Proof Skills to University Students

Presentation Panel

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Fri

From Challenges to Action - Overcoming L&D Issues Together!

How To

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Fri

Digital Skills Wallets for Students and Employees

Presentation Panel

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Fri

Learning In Times of War and Crisis

Presentation Panel

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Shaping Education & Policy - The Closing Café: Making Your Mark on The Futures We Choose

Learning Café

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Fri

Edubadges Unveiled: From Design to Application. A Pilot at Utrecht University

How To

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Fri

Exploring The Potential of VR: Enhancing Competency-based Learning through Simulation-based Environments

Boardroom Dialogue

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Persuading Policy Makers: Funding Your Innovative Ideas in Blended Learning

How To

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Workplace Learning - The Closing Conversation: The Learning Futures We Choose

Learning Café

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Pre-Conference Workshops

Develop Practical Skills and Acquire a Deeper Knowledge

 

Book your place in advance via this link as seats are limited.

If you are registered for the main event already, we'll add the workshop-booking to your existing ticket.
If you need to register for the main conference as well, please follow this link.

FD1 Full-day Event

FD1 - Speexx Exchange 2023 – The digital learning event for HR and L&D


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: free of charge
Status: places available

FD2 Full-day Event

FD2 - EnABLing Team-Based Approaches to Learning Design


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 180.00 €
Status: places available

M1 Morning Event

M1 - Unlocking Microvideo Magic: Lessons from TikTok


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M2 Morning Event

M2 - Build or Buy: Deciding Between Building and Outsourcing Support for Online Programmes


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M3 Morning Event

M3 - "UDL for You": Why Universal Design for Learning is Needed Now More than Ever - Four Best Practice


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M4 Morning Event

M4 - Thinking Bigger and Broader: Specifying a Curriculum Design Competency for L&D Professionals


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M5 Morning Event

M5 - The Blended Learning Design Game


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M6 Morning Event

M6 - Visioning Learning Futures Together


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

M7 Morning Event

M7 - Heroes 2.0: Lessons and Data to Share in the Creation and Implementation of Open Educational Resources


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A1 Afternoon Event

A1 - E-tivities for Impact: Enhancing Learning Through Active Participation


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A2 Afternoon Event

A2 - Take your Credentials to the Next Level - Build a European Digital Credential for Learning


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: free of charge
Status: places available

A3 Afternoon Event

A3 - Immerse in Your Own CBL Design Using an Interactive Step by Step Tool


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A4 Afternoon Event

A4 - The Art of Crafting Educational Videos


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A5 Afternoon Event

A5 - How to Advocate for Human Skills in an AI Driven World: Gaps in University Career Education


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A6 Afternoon Event

A6 - DistancE-Learning in Europe – Exchange of Experience and Knowledge Sharing: The Use of Data in Education


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: free of charge
Status: places available

A7 Afternoon Event

A7 - Practical AI: Using and Implementing AI for Learning in the Workplace


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

A8 Afternoon Event

A8 - Learning in an Immersive Online Multiplayer 3D/VR Environment


Date: Wednesday, Nov 22
Time: 
Price: 90.00 €
Status: places available

This Year's Speakers and Chairpersons Include:

The OEB Annual Debate

Always one of the highlights at OEB, the annual Debate is an opportunity for you to discuss one of the most important issues of the day with our expert speakers. The parliamentary-style format encourages a lively exchange of views and allows plenty of time for participation. The motion for debate this year is:

 

This house believes that the widespread implementation of AI in learning will do more harm than good.

 

The role of Artificial Intelligence has sparked significant debate in the field of education and training. The motion "This house believes that the widespread implementation of AI in learning will do more harm than good" captures the essence of this discourse.

It will delve into whether the widespread integration of AI in education could, in fact, yield more harm than good, prompting a critical examination of potential drawbacks outweighing the benefits, whilst taking into account various dimensions, including ethical concerns, societal implications, the human touch in learning, as well as the risks of plagiarism and the potential downsides of AI-driven assessment methods. By thoroughly examining these aspects, the debate aims to uncover a comprehensive understanding of the true impact of AI in education and training.

Conference Highlights

Featured Highlights for OEB23

OEB speaker Barbara Mercer-Moser

Barbara Mercer-Moser

Visiting Fellow at the Refugee Studies Centre, University of Nairobi

Will ChatGPT Replace Educational Developers in Higher Education?

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Beyond "Happy Sheets" - Ideas and Questions for Understanding Learning Effectiveness

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OEB speaker Christina Gitsaki

Christina Gitsaki

Research Coordinator & Acting Director, Zayed University, United Arab Emirates

Spacing Out to Level Up: Embrace Drips, Bots & Blogs to Reinforce Learning

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OEB speaker Ina Dankova

Ina Dankova

Digital Learning Project Manager, Sika AG, Switzerland

Exploring The Potential of VR: Enhancing Competency-based Learning through Simulation-based Environments

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OEB speaker Andrii Holovko

Andrii Holovko

project team member, HNEE, Unknown

EdTech Demystified: Strategies for Seamless Implementation

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OEB speaker Maria D. Avgerinou

Maria D. Avgerinou

Faculty and Coordinator of MA in Learning Design and Technology, American College Greece- Deree, Greece

Unleashing the Power of European Universities

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OEB speaker Jan Trevisan

Jan Trevisan

Online Training Officer, Florence School of Banking and Finance, European University Institute, Italy

Navigating the Robo-Revolution: AI and the Future of Career Guidance

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OEB speaker Mark Dunne

Mark Dunne

Head of Targeted Skilling, Novartis, Ireland

Manage Distractions in a Distracted World

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OEB speaker Albert Angehrn

Albert Angehrn

Prof, INSEAD, France

OEB speaker Nastia Padvishenskaya

Nastia Padvishenskaya

Talent Development Manager, EPAM Systems, Netherlands

OEB speaker John Domingue

John Domingue

Professor of Computer Science, The Open University, United Kingdom

OEB speaker Jo Kearney

Jo Kearney

Global Head – Leadership & Learning, Majid Al Futtaim, United Arab Emirates

Edubadges Unveiled: From Design to Application. A Pilot at Utrecht University

Description
OEB speaker Paula Amiama

Paula Amiama

Global Lead & Product Owner, DB Schenker, Germany

Going Beyond "We Need a Learning Culture” - Evidence-driven Transformation to a Future-oriented Learning Approach at Deutsche Bahn

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OEB speaker Ronald Owston

Ronald Owston

Research Associate, Contact North | Contact Nord, Canada

Subthemes and Topics

Nine inter-related subthemes with questions and topics that will be explored at the conference are set out below. By bringing together participants from the education, workplace learning and government sectors we will be critically examining these issues and the opportunities and challenges that are changing the world of learning.

Human Skills Versus Automated Skills

Revisiting the Constellation and Impact of Learning Design

Sustainable L&D and Digital Transformation for All

Harnessing Data to Unlock Learning

Redesigning Assessment and Credentials As We Know It

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Unlocking Learning Potential with Strategic Cross-Over Collaborations

Exploring the Ever-Widening Landscape of Learning Technologies

Learning Goes Green

Understanding the Impact of War and Crisis on Learning

Formats for Active Participation

Formats reflect the diverse ways in which the event supports knowledge exchange for all education and training stakeholders. They are designed to inspire, create new knowledge, showcase, engage and debate. Making sure that active participation fully connects you with the boldest new thinking, shaping the future of learning and training.

Spotlight Stage

Talks, interviews and debates featuring leading experts, thinkers, innovators and practitioners who create the future of learning.

Discovery Demo Space

Discover free tools, next generation materials and pre-release products on an informal basis.

Exhibition Seminars

Free to attend, these sessions showcase insights and solutions of leading industry suppliers.

Plenary Keynotes

World-class keynote speakers share their take on pertinent issues on the future of learning.

Pre-Conference Workshops

Half day and full day workshops before the main conference to develop in-depth, practical skills. Prior registration is required.

Learning Cafés

Concurrent group discussions in a large open room with round tables to exchange ideas and actions with peers.

Presentation Panels

Short presentations curated into a larger session and chaired by a moderator, followed by a lively and informative Q&A.

Boardroom Dialogues

A facilitator-led networking event around a specific theme or community that encourages attendees to connect around shared interests.

Discussion Panels

Thought-provoking opinions by a panel of experts, followed by a moderated dialogue with an active, participating audience.

How Tos

Hands-on peer-learning exercises to take back and implement proven strategies in your working environment.

Annual Debate

Parliamentary-style Debate Plenary Session bringing two opposing sides to the stage, allowing for a lively exchange of views on an important motion.

Other bespoke & interactive formats