This project seeks to explore alternative pedagogies that contribute to fostering a paradigm shift in education aimed at preparing learners for the challenges and opportunities of the digital age. The research will focus its attention on the United Nations 2.0 Quintet for change. The research could delve into innovative teaching and learning approaches, such as personalized learning, collaborative learning, digital literacy, and the integration of emerging technologies in educational settings. It aims to investigate how alternative Pedagogies can enhance student engagement, critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills, while fostering lifelong learning and adaptability in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. To focus on the concept of UN 2.0, which emphasizes the role of education in fostering global citizenship and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The research will explore how educational institutions and pedagogical practices can contribute to the promotion of values such as peace, social justice, inclusive economic development and growth, sustainability, and intercultural understanding. The research will examine curriculum development, teacher training, community engagement, and the integration of the SDGs into educational systems to empower students as active global citizens and agents of positive change to deliver UN 2.0. Furthermore, the research study will examine the ethical implications arising from the implementation of alternative pedagogies and UN 2.0 in educational contexts. It explores questions related to privacy, data security, algorithmic bias, digital divide, cultural sensitivity, and social responsibility in the use of technology and global education initiatives. The research will investigate ethical frameworks, policy development, and best practices for ensuring equitable and inclusive access to educational opportunities, while addressing potential ethical challenges and safeguarding learners' rights and well-being.
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
Supervisor Dr Lucía Morales
Award Level PhD
Mode of Study Full-Time or Part-Time. Our PhDs offer a flexible mode of study, with options to change modalities based on student performance and requests.
Student Requirements Any discipline would be considered – subject to 2.1 award
Funding Details Self-Funded (Scholarship not available. Fees & Materials to be paid by the student. Materials costs not significant)
Expression of Interest If you are interested in submitting an application for this project, please complete an Expression of Interest.
Contact
UNITAR
United Nations Institute for Training and Research
Av. de la Paix 7 bis, 1202 Genève, Switzerland Dr
Dr Jon-Hans Coetzer
Program Coordinator
E-mail: jon-hans.coetzer@unitar.org
TU Dublin
Technological University Dublin
Aungier St, Dublin 2, D02 HW71, Ireland
Dr Lucía Morales
Program Coordinator
E-mail: lucia.morales@tudublin.ie