Facing the future: education

Following on from the RSA 'Facing the Future' event in November 2024, this event will explore issues around education.

Education is a critical issue, and a topic worthy of an in-depth discussion. Our panel of speakers will offer their perspectives on the challenges surrounding education, exploring potential solutions and inviting us to reflect on the action we might take. The event will be chaired by Dr Ken Macdonald, former Head of ICO Regions, Information Commissioner's Office

Recommended arrival time is 1.30, with the event beginning at 2.00.

Refreshments will be provided on arrival.

Speakers:

David Leng, FRSA: Head of Scottish Attainment Challenge, Scottish Government

Isabelle Boyd, CBE, FRSA: Executive Director, Cor ad Cor

Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, MBE, FRSA, CEO: Playback Learning

Bruce Robertson: Director of Next Level Educational

Jen Ross: Professor of Digital Culture and Education Futures, University of Edinburgh

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