Biography
Kevin has over twenty years of experience driving innovation in educational technology at The Open University. He specialises in shaping the software, teams, and infrastructures that enable world‑leading research, high‑quality online teaching, and transformative learner experiences at scale.
As Senior Learning and Teaching Technologies Manager, he leads a multidisciplinary team responsible for educational technology R&D, research laboratory operations, specialist computing and mobile hardware, server and platform management, and audio‑visual support for complex research environments. His work sits at the intersection of pedagogy, technology, and operational excellence ensuring that cutting‑edge research is supported by robust, future‑ready technical ecosystems.
Across his career, he has contributed to major innovations in open and distance learning, citizen science, accessible computing, and learning analytics. His team have earned four OU teaching awards for pioneering educational technology solutions, reflecting a long-standing commitment to quality, creativity, and impact.
He thrives in roles that blend strategic leadership with hands‑on technical insight, and is passionate about enabling researchers, educators, and learners to do their best work through thoughtful, scalable, and human‑centred technology.