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Open Source Learning & Uncoupling Education from Traditional Models w/ David Preston (#FutureOfWork)
In this conversation, David Preston discusses the flaws in the traditional model of education and the need to uncouple education from the current system. He introduces the concept of open source learning, which focuses on individual fitness in areas such as mental, physical, civic, spiritual, and technological aspects. David emphasizes the importance of passion, curiosity, and human connection in education. He also highlights the role of professional learning in organizations and the need to leverage technology for continuous learning and improvement. The conversation explores the importance of valuing and appreciating the efforts and creations of others, the need for open source learning, and the challenges of traditional education. It also touches on the power of storytelling and the impact of technology on learning. The conversation ends with a discussion on using Web3 and emerging technologies to enhance learning experiences and create value.
This conversation was an installment of Quorum1’s Future of Work Series: Exploring the future of business, employment, emerging tech, org design, capitalism, and participatory governance structures.
More about David:
https://davidpreston.net/open-source-learning/
TEDxUCLA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mp0-QQQgv7s
https://litafpodcast.com/
Chapters;
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:18 David's Journey into Teaching
09:05 Open Source Learning
22:00 Professional Learning in the Information Age
26:27 Igniting Passionate Curiosity
29:15 Adapting Education to the Digital Age
31:09 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment
34:59 From Passive Consumption to Active Engagement
Takeaways
*The traditional model of education is flawed and needs to be uncoupled from the current system.
*Open source learning focuses on individual fitness in various aspects, including mental, physical, civic, spiritual, and technological.
*Passion, curiosity, and human connection are essential in education.
*Professional learning plays a crucial role in organizations, and leveraging technology is important for continuous learning and improvement. Valuing and appreciating the efforts and creations of others is important for fostering a positive learning environment.
*Open source learning encourages collaboration, exploration, and the sharing of knowledge.
*Traditional education often focuses on test scores and comparisons, rather than individual learning and growth.
*Storytelling is a powerful tool for conveying complex ideas and emotions.
*Technology has both positive and negative impacts on learning, and it is important to use it mindfully.
*Web3 and emerging technologies offer opportunities to enhance learning experiences and create value.
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By Quorum1In this conversation, David Preston discusses the flaws in the traditional model of education and the need to uncouple education from the current system. He introduces the concept of open source learning, which focuses on individual fitness in areas such as mental, physical, civic, spiritual, and technological aspects. David emphasizes the importance of passion, curiosity, and human connection in education. He also highlights the role of professional learning in organizations and the need to leverage technology for continuous learning and improvement. The conversation explores the importance of valuing and appreciating the efforts and creations of others, the need for open source learning, and the challenges of traditional education. It also touches on the power of storytelling and the impact of technology on learning. The conversation ends with a discussion on using Web3 and emerging technologies to enhance learning experiences and create value.
This conversation was an installment of Quorum1’s Future of Work Series: Exploring the future of business, employment, emerging tech, org design, capitalism, and participatory governance structures.
More about David:
https://davidpreston.net/open-source-learning/
TEDxUCLA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mp0-QQQgv7s
https://litafpodcast.com/
Chapters;
00:00 Introduction and Background
05:18 David's Journey into Teaching
09:05 Open Source Learning
22:00 Professional Learning in the Information Age
26:27 Igniting Passionate Curiosity
29:15 Adapting Education to the Digital Age
31:09 Creating a Supportive Learning Environment
34:59 From Passive Consumption to Active Engagement
Takeaways
*The traditional model of education is flawed and needs to be uncoupled from the current system.
*Open source learning focuses on individual fitness in various aspects, including mental, physical, civic, spiritual, and technological.
*Passion, curiosity, and human connection are essential in education.
*Professional learning plays a crucial role in organizations, and leveraging technology is important for continuous learning and improvement. Valuing and appreciating the efforts and creations of others is important for fostering a positive learning environment.
*Open source learning encourages collaboration, exploration, and the sharing of knowledge.
*Traditional education often focuses on test scores and comparisons, rather than individual learning and growth.
*Storytelling is a powerful tool for conveying complex ideas and emotions.
*Technology has both positive and negative impacts on learning, and it is important to use it mindfully.
*Web3 and emerging technologies offer opportunities to enhance learning experiences and create value.