Exhibition Seminar
Three Trends to Steer your Edtech Investments in 2025
Date Thursday, Nov 28 Time – RoomTegel
Education faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in an era characterised by rapid technological advancements and evolving workforce demands.
This session by Professor Martin Bean CBE, sponsored by Instructure, explores the transformative trends reshaping the landscape of higher education, emphasising the need for a connected system approach that integrates education, work, and skills. The session also highlights the emergence of shorter, more flexible credentials and the growing value placed on skills-based learning and assessment by both learners and employers.
Martin Bean
The Bean Centre, CEO, Australia
Professor Martin Bean CBE, CEO of The Bean Centre, is a visionary leader shaping the future of education and work.
Co-author of the book "Toolkit for Turbulence," Martin equips leaders with tools and strategies to navigate change, seize opportunities, and foster resilient teams.
Currently a Professor at the University of New South Wales, Martin's expertise lies in exploring the evolving landscape of work and lifelong learning. He shares his knowledge as a mentor at Mentor List, connecting Australia's brightest minds.
Previously, Martin served as Vice-Chancellor and President of RMIT University, an institution with over 80,000 students in Melbourne, Australia. He also held the position of Vice-Chancellor at The Open University, the United Kingdom's largest academic institution, and served as General Manager of Microsoft's global Education Products Group in Seattle, Washington.
Acknowledged for his contributions to education, Martin has received prestigious awards, including an Honorary Doctor of Laws from the University of London and appointment as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to higher education.