#210 Research in Action 27: Technology and learning with Andrew Manches

#210 Research in Action 27: Technology and learning with Andrew Manches

From Mr Barton Maths Podcast by Craig Barton

February 4, 2026 · 46 min

About this episode

Andrew Manches discusses the intersection of technology and early childhood education, highlighting the benefits and challenges it presents.

In this conversation, Andrew Manches, a Professor of Children and Technology at the University of Edinburgh, discusses the intersection of technology and early childhood education. He emphasizes the importance of understanding how children interact with technology and the potential benefits and challenges it presents. The conversation explores innovative tools that blend physical and digital learning, the role of gestures in communication, and the complexities of conducting research in educational settings. Manches advocates for collaboration between researchers and educators to enhance learning experiences and prepare children for a digital future. View the show notes here: https://podcast.mrbartonmaths.com/210-research-in-action-27-technology-and-learning-with-andrew-manches/

People in this episode

Host: Craig Barton

Guest: Andrew Manches

Topics covered

  • technology and learning
  • early childhood education
  • digital learning tools
  • gestures in communication
  • research in education

Keywords

  • technology
  • education
  • children
  • learning
  • research
  • digital tools
  • gestures

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Edinburgh

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