This project investigates how innovative teaching methods, emerging technologies, and transformative frameworks can redefine education. It is anchored in the United Nations 2.0 Quintet for Change, with a focus on the role of education in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fostering global citizenship.
Collaborating with Technological University Dublin, this PhD research explores alternative pedagogies aimed at driving a paradigm shift in higher education, equipping learners with essential skills for a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Key areas of exploration include:
- Alternative pedagogies such as personalized and collaborative learning, digital literacy, and the integration of technology.
- Enhancing student engagement, critical thinking, creativity, and lifelong learning.
- Embedding values of peace, sustainability, social justice, and intercultural understanding into education systems.
The project also examines ethical implications related to implementing these pedagogies, such as:
- Privacy, data security, and algorithmic bias.
- The digital divide and cultural sensitivity.
- Policies to ensure equitable and inclusive access to education.
THEMES
The project is guided by the main research themes:
- Alternative Pedagogies to Redesign Education for Industry 5.0
- Transforming Adult Education for Global Citizenship
- Ethical Implications of Pedagogical Frameworks and UN 2.0
- The Potential of Immersive Education to Support UN 2.0
- Technology Enhanced Learning Environments to foster an Economic Paradigm Shift
PHD DETAILS
Supervisor: Dr Lucía Morales
Award Level: PhD
Mode of Study: Full-Time or Part-Time, with flexible modalities.
Student Requirements: Applicants from any discipline are welcome, subject to a 2.1 award.
Funding: Self-funded. (Fees and materials to be covered by the student; material costs are not significant.)
Expression of Interest: If you are interested in applying for this project, please complete the Expression of Interest.
Contact
UNITAR
United Nations Institute for Training and Research
Av. de la Paix 7 bis, 1202 Genève, Switzerland
Dr Jon-Hans Coetzer
Senior Programme Specialist, Online Learning and Education Unit
E-mail: jon-hans.coetzer@unitar.org
TU Dublin
Technological University Dublin
Aungier St, Dublin 2, D02 HW71, Ireland
Dr Lucía Morales
Programme Coordinator
E-mail: lucia.morales@tudublin.ie