
← Technology and Learning Research (AARE)9 jun 2025 · 9 min
System thinking and self-directed learning in a digital world with Dr. Michael J. Henderson
System thinking and self-directed learning in a digital world with Dr. Michael J. Henderson
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael J. Henderson, a former electrical engineer turned educator whose lifelong fascination with technology began with a crystal radio set and evolved into a career spanning decades of innovation, education, and digital transformation. From early computing in the 1970s to current explorations with AI and data analytics in education, Michael shares how informal learning, hands-on experimentation, and technological curiosity have shaped his teaching and l...