SPL08
First, I listen. Then, I draw my listen…
Date Friday, Dec 4 Time – RoomPotsdam III
Let Bryan Mathers take you on a journey of visual thinkery. You’ll take in the rolling green hills of education, the moral high ground of social business with a sideways glance at the industrial reality of vocational training in the UK and how it might look a bit different.
The outlook’s a bit uncertain though, so come prepared…
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Bryan Mathers
Head of Learning Technology Development, City and Guilds, UK
Bryan Mathers, Visual Thinker
Bryan creates pictures to explore and engage others in ideas, concepts and messages. Sample his work here: www.visualthinkery.com
Originally a Software Engineer, Bryan has co-founded a number of tech startups - one of which, Learning Assistant, was acquired by City & Guilds. As a result, he headed up Learning Technology Innovation within City & Guilds. He currently works as a consultant for City & Guilds, focusing on emerging technologies especially within Vocational Education. Bryan co-founded the Think Out Loud Club, a forum for facilitated discussion with regards to disruptive technology within FE. Bryan’s current focus is Open Badge Strategy.
Bryan represented City & Guilds on Further Education Learning Technology Action Group (FELTAG) and Education Technology Action Group (ETAG) set up by the UK Government’s Department for Education and Department for Business Innovation and Skills.
Bryan is also the founder of Wapisasa, a non-profit digital agency focused on the mentoring and skills development of creative young people who didn’t suit an formal academic education, but who have the potential to be digital dynamite.
Tweet Bryan at @BryanMMathers