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”Joining the Dots” focuses on the many challenges facing education and how different approaches and innovations are required to meet these challenges, which, due to their interconnectedness, are also challenges facing all sorts of educational establishments, educators, parents and families, businesses and the economy as a whole. Co-hosts Matt Jessop and Al Kingsley, have discussions with innovative educators, business leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders and guests.
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Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
The Future of Tech in Education with Miles Berry
In this thought-provoking episode, Matt Jessop and Al Kingsley sit down with Miles Berry, Professor of Computing Education at the University of Roehampton and a leading voice in education, computing, and teacher training. They dive into the evolving role of technology in schools, questioning whether the current teacher training framework is fit for purpose and exploring how AI, computing, and digital skills should shape the future curriculum.
đź“Ś Key Topics Discussed:
âś… The gap in technology training for new teachers and upcoming changes
âś… How curriculum and assessment need to evolve for a digital-first world
✅ The role of computing in education—should it be a core subject?
âś… The impact of high-stakes testing and its effect on curriculum innovation
âś… How Ofsted and policymakers influence (or hinder) tech adoption in schools
🚀 Miles shares his vision for rethinking GCSE computing, making tech education accessible and equitable for all students, and why schools should have more freedom to innovate.
A must-listen for educators, policymakers, and anyone passionate about the future of learning! 🎧✨
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