Bite-sized

Day 1: Thursday, 12 September

This innovative proposal on future scenarios has been designed and implemented with the intention of modelling its use in the training of future teachers. The methodology for the participatory construction of future scenarios has a large tradition in areas related to strategic planning and business, but has hardly been explored in the field of education. My project aims to analyse the viability of this technique in teacher education programs, and to show its effectiveness to enhance the training of teachers as reflective professionals. To this end, we implemented the workshop with bachelor’s and master’s education degree students and four facilitators. The technique has been implemented based on two thematic axes that, when crossed, define four relevant scenarios for the future of humanity and educational systems. These axes are, autonomy/interdependence (individual-based education, and community-based education) and eco/techno-dependence (emphasis on the media ecosystem, or on the natural ecosystem). The evaluation of the project was based on the analysis of the narratives of future produced by the four groups, and semi-structured interviews with facilitators and participants. Additionally, images have been used as a creative mean of expression and assessment. The work is part of the initial project of my doctoral thesis at the University of Cantabria (Spain). My contribution in this session aims to broaden the debate on the uses of forward-looking methodologies in the field of education and with a unique proposal focused on teacher training. Therefore, I seek to share the design, context of application, and results derived from this study.