DiscoverThe grftf PodcastEp 18 | Rethinking Education, Lessons to Unlearn, Become a Generalist, & More — Ana Lorena Fábrega
Ep 18 | Rethinking Education, Lessons to Unlearn, Become a Generalist, & More — Ana Lorena Fábrega

Ep 18 | Rethinking Education, Lessons to Unlearn, Become a Generalist, & More — Ana Lorena Fábrega

Update: 2024-04-17
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This is a super cool and thought-provoking episode about new approaches to education. Misha da Vinci and edupreneur Ana Lorena Fábrega explore ways to transform schools so that students cultivate real-world skills, learn resilience and how to embrace challenges, and are prepared for an unpredictable future. They discuss how adults can keep learning no matter their age, especially given the need to adapt to the fast-changing world. They advocate for becoming generalists, leveraging technology wisely, and prioritizing lifelong learning. Ana's experiences visiting alternative schools worldwide shed light on practical methods for encouraging individuality and original thought and aim to inspire a shift towards more adaptive and enriching learning environments.


 


00:43 Introducing the grftf Podcast with Misha da Vinci


01:11 Meet Ana Lorena Fábrega: A Journey from Traditional Educator to Edupreneur


12:57 The Synthesis School: Revolutionizing Education


22:44 The Future of Education: Blending Traditional and Innovative Approaches


33:53 Unlearning to Succeed: Lessons for Adults


39:31 The Power of Embracing Failure


40:31 Unlearning the Need to Fit In


42:36 Rethinking Instruction: Fostering Initiative and Curiosity


44:35 Navigating the Future: The Importance of Questioning and Adaptability


46:30 The Dangers of Social Media and Technology on Young Minds


57:11 Embracing Generalism in the Age of AI


01:07:38 The Journey of Lifelong Learning and Curiosity


01:08:53 Exploring Alternative Education Models


 


Connect with Ana


Website: https://afabrega.com/


YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnaLorenaFabregaMsFab


Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/anafabrega11


Get Ana's book The Learning Game: https://tr.ee/hCnrT6YZ4g


 


Misha da Vinci is a futurologist & tech writer. She is the founder of grftf, a tech & media brand that is focused on getting humanity ready for the future.


Connect with Misha


The grftf Newsletter (a free life-changing newsletter): https://mishadavinci.substack.com/


Twitter: https://twitter.com/mishadavinci


YouTube: ⁠http://www.youtube.com/@mishadavinci⁠


Website: https://www.mishadavinci.com/

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Ep 18 | Rethinking Education, Lessons to Unlearn, Become a Generalist, & More — Ana Lorena Fábrega

Ep 18 | Rethinking Education, Lessons to Unlearn, Become a Generalist, & More — Ana Lorena Fábrega

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