8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Registration and Opening Remarks
Jason McIntosh
- Invocation and welcome
- Registration and workshop overview
- Workshop objectives and expected outcomes
- Participant expectations
Two-day professional workshop
Transforming Education through Disruptive Technologies
From emerging ideas to purposeful, responsible solutions—an applied journey into the technologies reshaping teaching and learning.
At a glance
Ideas become
practice.
The programme moves deliberately from understanding disruptive technology to designing, testing and integrating solutions in real educational contexts.
2days
9sessions
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Day 01
Foundations and Designing Purposeful Technology Solutions
8:30 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.
The foundation
Understand the landscape. Design with purpose. Build responsibly.
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Session 1
Understanding Disruptive Technologies in Education
Aldene Crew & Carlisle Brown
- CCCJ’s perspective on digital transformation in education
- Overview of emerging technologies shaping teaching and learning
- Applications of AI, automation, learning analytics, and digital platforms in higher education
- Opportunities and challenges associated with technology adoption
10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Coffee Break
10:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Session 2
Designing Effective Technology-Enabled Solutions
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Principles of designing purposeful digital solutions
- Understanding user needs and educational challenges
- Developing effective instructions, workflows, and technology interactions
- Refining digital solutions through testing and feedback
12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Lunch
1:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Session 3
Designing Innovative Learning Experiences Through Technology
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Identifying opportunities for technology integration
- Aligning technology use with curriculum outcomes
- Designing learner-centred and technology-enhanced activities
- Exploring AI-powered and emerging technology applications
2:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Session 4
Ethical and Responsible Use of Disruptive Technologies
Aldene Crew & Carlisle Brown
- Ethical considerations in technology adoption
- Data privacy, security, and responsible innovation
- Addressing bias, accessibility, and digital inclusion
- Developing responsible technology integration practices
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Session 5
Developing Technology Solutions (Part I)
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Introduction to digital solution development platforms
- Establishing purpose, structure, and functionality
- Creating initial technology-enabled solutions for educational contexts
- Exploring AI assistants and other emerging technology applications
4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Closing – Day 1
Jason McIntosh
Day 02
Application, Integration and Transformation
8:30 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.
The application
Refine the solution. Test its impact. Plan what happens next.
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Recap and Reflection – Day 1
Jason McIntosh
- Key takeaways
- Addressing challenges and questions
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Session 6
Refining and Evaluating Technology Solutions
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Improving functionality and user experience
- Testing technology applications in educational contexts
- Evaluating effectiveness and impact
10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Session 7
Integrating Disruptive Technologies into Teaching and Learning
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Embedding technology into lessons, assessments, and learning activities
- Enhancing student engagement and learning support
- Designing a technology-enhanced learning activity
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Session 8
Testing, Feedback and Continuous Improvement
Dr Steve Lawrence
- Simulated implementation scenarios
- Peer review and collaborative feedback
- Refining solutions for practical application
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Session 9
Three-Month Technology Integration Plan
Aldene Crew & Carlisle Brown
- Overview of the implementation and evaluation framework
- Establishing individual technology integration goals
- Developing strategies for institutional application
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Closing Session
Jason McIntosh
- Q&A
- Participant feedback
- Next steps