Predictions and forecasts of possible futures, even when based on the latest research or invention can sometimes appear ludicrous. Past predictions can often seem laughable for appearing to be so incorrect, but although they may not have come to fruition as expected, there are elements of many past predictions that were pointing to an appropriate field, if not a specific device or activity.
As part of the Public and Stakeholder Engagement activities within BCH, we’re talking to a number of people who are important in developing others’ ideas of (and in) education. We call them ‘Voices in Education’ as they are important writers, thinkers and speakers who are listened to, and who’s views are often magnified by conferences, blogs and as the sparks of many new ideas within education. This post is around Richard Millwood’s ideas.
Cloud computing is forecasted to be one technological development that has major implications for education. A recent post by Tim O’Reilly gives some background to its potential.
