In this episode of the Edufuturists podcast, we chat with Matt Dalio, who discusses the urgent need for educational reform to prepare youth for a rapidly changing workforce. We explore the importance of teaching skills that align with modern job requirements, the role of AI in education, and the necessity of collaboration and adaptability in learning.

Matt shares insights from his work with Endless Studios, emphasising the power of game development as a learning tool and the potential of platforms like GitHub to revolutionise education. The conversation highlights the challenges of traditional education systems and the vision for a more inclusive and effective approach to learning.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:53 The Need for Educational Reform

05:21 Teaching Skills for the Future

09:05 Collaboration and Teamwork in Education

13:25 The Role of AI in Education

18:19 Rethinking Assessment in Education

22:18 The Future of Learning Environments

26:33 The Power of Open Source Learning

28:24 Transforming Education Through Community and Technology

32:06 Matt's Reason for Endless

41:36 The Value of Literacy

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