Jay Cross: Change agent and futurist “My calling,” said Jay Cross, “is to make people happy. Millions of people. Particularly in the rat race we call business. They deserve more fulfilling, satisfied lives.” In the few weeks that have passed since... Read More November 30, 2015 News
While you’re in Berlin… Berlin. Image by Reinhard Link, Flickr creative commons If you’re lucky enough to be arriving early - or staying on in Berlin for a few days after OEB - we’ve compiled a list of attractions that will make y... Read More November 26, 2015 News
Edtech tool of the month: SmileUrbo November 26, 2015 News SmileUrbo is an award-winning, interactive role-playing game with a difference. Imagine this scenario in your town: unemployment is rising, young people are leaving, and infant mortality is increasing. The situation is critical, and then an investor from a... Read More
This House believes 21st-century skills aren’t being taught – and they should be This year’s OEB debate will tackle one of the biggest issues plaguing decision-makers, educational institutions, businesses, and learners themselves: the universal rise in youth unemployment, accompanied by the... Read More November 26, 2015 News
There’s always time for change mobile apps concept. Mobile apps concept. Flat design vector illustration. Human hand with mobile phone, tablet, laptop and interface icons It’s unbelievable to think that the 21st OEB is almost upon us. Bu... Read More November 25, 2015 News
Getting to grips with the grammar of video November 24, 2015 News “If we learn how something works, we can control it” Every language has its grammar and video is no exception. In this year’s Video EDUCA Masterclass, television producer and media expert Adam Salkeld will be exploring how we can all harness visua... Read More
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
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 November 12, 2015 News 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 learning environments, participants will have the c... Read More
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
