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FELTAG SO WHAT? Bob Harrison Twitter @bobharrisonset 1
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Why Feltag? 2 UK Economy Post Industrial Revolution
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Why Feltag? Digital Future 3
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What is FELTAG? Further Education Learning Technology Action Group Mission statement “FELTAG will aim to best support the agile evolution of the FE sector in anticipation of disruptive technology, for the benefit of learners, employers & the UK economy as a whole.” 4
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THE IMPORTANCE OF RESEARCH – PART 1
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HERITAGE/LEGACY? 6
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”High quality resources and imaginative use of computer tablets and social media effectively promote students' critical thinking skills. Tutors use an innovative approach to digital literacy through extensive use of the virtual learning environment.” OFSTED REPORT
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“Tutors make exceptionally good use of interactive learning technologies and social media to help students learn. The college’s virtual learning environment and innovative library services are integral in developing students’ functional skills, as well as their research and study skills.” OFSTED REPORT
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The Future
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The challenge? 10
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Learning 1908 1958 2004 2010 2012
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Learning 1908 1958 2010 2012
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The drivers of the education system – assessment, curriculum, inspection/quality requirements, funding flows, promotion criteria – have not changed in recognition of what technology offers, so nothing within it can change. Barriers To Change – Prof. Diana Laurillard
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There is no evidence of a causal link between technology and improved learning outcomes Evidence 14
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The Impact Of Digital Technology On Learning
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Sigmoid Curve
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1. One 2. Thirteen 3. Thirty - one
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Paradigm Pioneer 2.
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Kieran and his breakfast
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The ewords framework Swap traditional practices with ICT Exchange Engage learners by using a richer mix of media Enrich Deepen learning through the use of ICT Enhance Change the content, process and location of learning Extend Enable learners to take control of their own learning Empower shallow deep Martin Blows the ewords framework
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What is FELTAG? Further Education Learning Technology Action Group Mission statement “FELTAG will aim to best support the agile evolution of the FE sector in anticipation of disruptive technology, for the benefit of learners, employers & the UK economy as a whole.” 21
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Outcomes and key principles Maximising impact for learners Creating the conditions for the agile evolution of the FE system Supporting employers and driving economic growth Technology is not the end goal in itself Government cannot, and should not, provide all the answers Ownership by the FE sector of FELTAG outcomes is key FELTAG should embrace the concept of a whole life learning journey 22
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FELTAG Themes 1 Horizon scanning and context 2 Learners and Learning Technology 3 Employers and Learning Technology 4 Regulation and Funding 5 Investment and Capital Infrastructure 6 Providers Capacity & Capability 23
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FELTAG Update 24
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House of Lords – Digital Skills 25
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It’s not about the technology …. … it’s about new thinking.
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The only barriers are in our heads! Or our principles/Principals?
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The Importance of Research – Part 2
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http://feltag.org.uk/feltag-coalition/
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What is the opportunity cost of NOT embracing the spirit of FELTAG and implementing ALL of the recommendations? FELTAG-So what? 30
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