Robots: the next powerful learning tool The world’s first 3D-printed humanoid robot, Poppy, is making its way into schools, universities, and even dance classes. Created by an innovative French research team led by Dr Pierre-Yves Oudeyer, Poppy is ve... Read More November 24, 2015 News
Should we really fear artificial intelligence? "Is a machine going to take my job?" This question is becoming an unsettling reality for many. Over the next twenty years or so, it is expected that machines will make greater inroads into the work currently ... Read More November 12, 2015 News
Who’s in the Spotlight? The OEB Spotlight Stage is back for 2015. It again features an inspiring programme of creative thinkers and innovators who will present their ideas in unique, interactive formats. Hear from entrepreneurs who ha... Read More November 12, 2015 News
We’ll figure it out: David Price talks people-powered innovation David Price, learning futurist and co-founder of We Do Things Differently Under the hashtag ‘we are not waiting’, citizen hackers are challenging the status quo. Frustrated by the slow pace at which the health... Read More November 12, 2015 News
OEB 2015 pre-conference workshops: What to expect The 21st edition of OEB will kick off on Wednesday, December 2, with a day of interactive workshops. Exploring a diverse range topics such as mLearning, design and delivery, digital storytelling, and personal l... Read More November 12, 2015 News
“Peak indifference”: Cory Doctorow on surveillance in education In 1989, the former “East Germany” had one informer for every sixty people. Now the NSA has the ability to “eavesdrop” on the whole planet, with one spy for every 10,000 people. This is the comparison given by ... Read More October 27, 2015 News
Time for change: Addressing 2050’s work challenges today Founder and director of Future Impacts Consulting Cornelia Daheim The Millennium Project’s ‘Future Work/Technology 2050’ study warns of “massive long-term unemployment” if the nature of work and economic sy... Read More October 27, 2015 News
The “New Renaissance”: Ian Goldin on managing complexity Ian Goldin, Professor of Globalisation and Development at the University of Oxford “We are living in a time of the most progressive change in the history of humanity,” observes Ian Goldin, Professor of Glob... Read More October 27, 2015 News
The Monthly Meep: Deconstructing a constructive journey In the beginning there was a thought. A funny thought. A thought about a guy called “Pants Man”, which really needed to be a story — a visual story — a comic story. A guest article by Bryan Mather... Read More October 27, 2015 News
Supporting everyday learning – the new work of workplace learning professionals Image: Fotolia Everyday learning is the learning that takes place everyday, as individuals do their jobs – individually or working with their internal colleagues, as well as connecting with others in (onlin... Read More October 27, 2015 News
