Module manager: Dr Michael Inglis
Email: m.ingles@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
This module is not approved as a discovery module
This module explores the future of education by examining emerging trends, technologies, and pedagogical approaches. Students will critically analyse how these developments can shape educational practices and policies. The module encourages innovative thinking and equips students with the skills to anticipate and respond to future educational challenges and opportunities. Through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and independent study, students will engage with cutting-edge research and practical applications, preparing them to be leaders in the evolving field of education.
Module Objectives:
To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of emerging trends and technologies in education.
To foster critical thinking and analytical skills in evaluating the impact of these trends on educational practices and policies.
To encourage innovative and creative approaches to solving future educational challenges.
To develop students’ ability to reflect on the ethical implications of educational innovations.
To enhance students’ communication skills through written and oral presentations.
Learning Outcomes:
Subject-Specific Outcomes:
By the end of this module, students will be able to:
Critically evaluate emerging trends and technologies in education.
Analyze the potential impact of these trends on educational practices and policies.
Develop innovative solutions to future educational challenges.
Reflect on the ethical implications of educational innovations.
Skills Outcomes:
By the end of this module, students will be able to:
Communicate complex ideas effectively through written and oral presentations.
Collaborate effectively in group settings to develop and present innovative projects.
Demonstrate critical thinking and analytical skills in evaluating educational research and practices.
Apply foresight and strategic thinking to anticipate future trends in education.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | 11 | 2 | 22 |
| Seminar | 4 | 1 | 4 |
| Private study hours | 174 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 26 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 200 | ||
Independent online learning will be required weekly to research the topic areas, and to work on the final assignment. Independent study will comprise preparing material for lecture sessions such as reading, watching video material or listening to pre-recorded content.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | . | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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