Podcast

Beyond the Technology: further education and skills - learn, unlearn and relearn

Phil Whitehead from DN Colleges Group joins us to chat about immersive rooms, embracing AI, and sharing connections.

Beyond the technology banner.

Phil starts by sharing his journey from secondary school teacher to director of academic services and digital learning, and finding success with his YouTube channel, Teachblend.

Next, Phil discusses his current project, immersive rooms, and how they can foster collaboration with other colleges as well as reducing travel for learners.

Phil explains how he’s used the Jisc building digital capability tool to underpin their DN Digital Skills program, building staff digital capability and resilience.

Listen to the full episode to hear advice for using digital technology in the classroom, how Phil connects with peers in the sector, and how he feels the role of the FE teacher might change over time.

The immersive classroom being used by students.

The immersive classroom as an empty classroom with desks, chairs and interactive screens on the walls.

Show notes

Episode guest

Phil Whitehead headshot.
Phil Whitehead
Director of academic services and digital learning at DN Colleges Group

Episode host

Andrew McFadyen headshot
Andrew McFadyen
Further education and skills senior consultant, Jisc

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