Unleashing the transformative potential of learning for individuals, organisations and society

Research area overview

Research on education and learning has evolved dramatically. Still, there are systemic challenges to enabling learning and there are gaps in how we develop capabilities for future change-makers who need a better systems view of how their environment works. Transformative learning is as much about the learner being transformed as it is about them transforming the system around them.

For our research, we adopt a systems view of learning, including the process of co-production of new knowledge with others, and designing learning environments that provide the safety to such exploration and learn (including from failures).

Selected projects

Streams within this theme include:

  • Innovative pedagogies and curriculum designs for transdisciplinary learning
  • Future-oriented capabilities and their impact
  • Embedding futures thinking in learning organisations
  • Co-designing for learning with technologies
  • Constructive dialogues for futures worth wanting
  • Understanding how people use data and evidence
  • The role of technology in building learning dialogue
  • Applying data and analytics to study learning processes

Connections

Some researchers in this area are also members of the Centre for Research on Education in a Digital Society (CREDS) in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. To learn more, visit the CREDS website.

Contact us

At TD Research, we don’t just study problems – we work across disciplines and public and private sectors to co-create solutions and navigate positive paths forward. Our approach blends systems science, socio-cultural insight, and design-led innovation to tackle challenges that no single field can solve alone. This is one of our competitive advantages and what makes us so unique.

By partnering with us, you gain access to a world-class team that’s skilled in navigating complexity, fostering collaboration, and turning bold ideas into actionable strategies. Together, we can shape a more inclusive, resilient, and forward-looking society.

To learn more and to see how TD Research can help you and your organisation, email TDResearch@uts.edu.au.