The challenges in traditional learning methods & how technology overcomes them

Our second meetup will be focused on challenges that are faced using traditional learning methods and how we can leverage technology to overcome these.

We will hear from educators, instructional designers, and industry professionals.

The Speakers:

Jonny Parkes - Versari (http://www.versaripartners.com/)

Versari Partners are a complete scaling solution for early stage technology businesses. We understand that one of the biggest challenges facing early-stage technology companies is how to bridge the gap between the initial start-up phase, with all of its buzz & creativity to the discipline and focus of a truly growing business.

We harness the power of the collective to provide a better solution than these businesses can access on their own. The companies get a better return on their spend. Limited resources get to focus on the things that will drive growth. Shareholders reduce their risk.

Peter Carlin - Logicearth (http://logicearth.com/)

Logicearth Learning Services are world class leaders in the design & development of modern online learning programmes. We specialise in providing enterprise learning content development, SMART eLearning library management, and the latest learning technologies. Based in Dublin and Belfast, we are trusted by clients worldwide. Our ability to bring the latest thinking in design, learning methodology and technology to practical execution is second to none. We are continuously researching trends in the marketplace and are early adopters of modern practical learning solutions and innovations.

Brendan Flanagan - NCI (https://www.ncirl.ie/)

Brendan is an educator at the National College of Ireland. He completed an MA in Learning and Teaching in 2015 and is currently working with Centre for Research and Innovation in Learning and Teaching at NCI. He recently completed a research study into the transition from traditional face-to-face to a blended online teaching.

Elizabeth Waters - An Cosán Virtual Community (http://ancosanvcc.com/) College (http://ancosanvcc.com/)

Virtual Community College (VCC) aims to empower people to reach their potential by providing community education delivered through virtual and online technologies. Adults of all ages who would like to give education another chance will find in VCC a supportive and engaging alternative which can ease you back to education. Blended, distance learning utilising the most up-to-date technologies provides the pathway to ensure this goal is achieved.