When most people mention the word “pedagogy,” they are likely to think of it within a temponormative framework. It is a framework that embraces linear time and Cartesian thinking. This continues to be the most prevalent framework within Western educational contexts. A linear conceptualization of time ensures that the learning process has a beginning and [...]

This week, Education Futures presents a series on Education 3.0. For a little background on this new paradigm of human capital development, you may wish to start with this chart on Education 3.0, or view this presentation on SlideShare. This is my take on the future of education. Just as there are various conceptualizations of [...]

The FLACSO-México, University of Minnesota, and University of Toronto collaborative conference/seminar on E-competencies for the 21st and 22nd centuries will take place this Friday.  We have a tremendous list of speakers, and if you are not able to participate in person, we hope that you will be able to join us virtually.  The event will [...]

Few topics are as political as education, in which at least basic schooling is compulsory for all Americans. It is fitting, then, that we conclude this week’s focus on change with a look at the changes that presidential candidates John McCain and Barack Obama each propose for U.S. education. After analyzing educational policy statements on [...]

There’s a lot of talk about moving to “Education 2.0″ –but, what would Education 3.0 look like? Here’s my take on the Education 1.0 – 3.0 spectrum: Education 1.0 Education 2.0 Education 3.0 Meaning is… Dictated Socially constructed Socially constructed and contextually reinvented Technology is… Confiscated at the classroom door (digital refugees) Cautiously adopted (digital [...]