Technological Impact Workshop (Getting Creative with Digital Technologies)

Dr David Parsons is a leading expert in digital education, innovation, and applied learning technologies, currently serving as Research Director at academyEX in Auckland and an Adjunct Professor in the School of Educational Studies & Leadership at the University of Canterbury. With more than 30 years of experience across academia and the software industry, he has built an international reputation for advancing the effective use of digital tools to enhance learning outcomes while maintaining strong pedagogical foundations. He has held senior academic roles, including Associate Professor of Information Technology at Massey University, and has also worked as an IT consultant with global organisations such as Oracle and IBM. He has published extensively across the domains of software development and education, having authored more than 200 articles and books. He is also a strong advocate for lifelong learning and continues to contribute to the evolution of education through research-led teaching and innovation.