Misinformation spreads quickly and often hides behind the facade of critical thinking. The U.S. is learning this the hard way. State-sponsored disinformation campaigns, particularly from Russia, have become adept at using skepticism to undermine democratic societies. They exploit the language of doubt to sow confusion and erode trust in institutions. At the same time, we witness disturbing trends within education and society: the banning of books in schools under the guise of protecting children from “controversial” content, attacks on transgender students framed as safeguarding traditional va...

Nov 25, 2024

The challenge: Our current educational systems are often failing to produce active, engaged citizens capable of nurturing inclusive institutions. Mainstream schools focus on rote learning and standardized testing, often neglecting the crucial development of critical thinking and civic engagement. If we continue down this path, we risk raising generations ill-equipped to challenge unjust institutions or to participate meaningfully in democracy.

Oct 14, 2024

El desafío: nuestros sistemas educativos actuales a menudo están fallando en producir ciudadanos activos y comprometidos capaces de nutrir instituciones inclusivas. Las escuelas convencionales se centran en el aprendizaje memorístico y los exámenes estandarizados, a menudo descuidando el desarrollo crucial del pensamiento crítico y la participación cívica. Si continuamos por este camino, corremos el riesgo de criar generaciones mal equipadas para desafiar instituciones injustas o participar significativamente en la democracia.

Oct 14, 2024

Sure, AI can rapidly produce learning materials, but here’s the real question: does this technology truly address the evolving needs of learners?

Sep 30, 2024

In recent talks in Argentina, Spain, and Colombia, I delved into the competencies essential for "knowmads" in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). This transformative era requires a shift in how educators approach teaching and learning, and it’s critical to understand what this means for teachers today.

Let’s start with a fundamental question: If technology is the solution, what was the problem? I've long argued our educational systems are lagging, stuck in "School 1.0" while society moves swiftly towards "Society 4.0." This disconnection means our traditional approaches are increasingly i...

Jun 3, 2024

The reality is, as AI becomes more capable of performing tasks traditionally reserved for STEM professionals, the unique value of purely technical skills may have limited value.

Feb 16, 2024

Developments in artificial intelligence are rapidly advancing, and it begs the question: can we keep up? As technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, it's becoming increasingly difficult to comprehend the new world that's emerging. Are we at risk of being left behind as technology accelerates beyond the capacities of human imagination? How can we adapt and keep pace with this new reality?

Jan 19, 2024

In an AGI-dominated landscape, human-centric skills such as emotional intelligence, ethical judgment, and cross-cultural competence will be critical. Our educational systems must adapt, integrating project-based learning, digital literacy, and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. This will transform schools and universities into incubators of creativity, where students learn to leverage technology for problem-solving and innovation.

Dec 6, 2023

After decades of wondering if calculators, phones, or Wikipedia have a place in schools, the next target is obviously generative AI. The entry of ChatGPT into educational spheres has incited a range of reactions among educators, some of whom see it as a powerful tool for engagement and personalized learning, while others view it with skepticism and concerns about its potential to encourage plagiarism and erode critical thinking skills. The duality of these perspectives opens an important dialogue on the role AI should play in the development of learning environments that are both innovative and ethically sound.

Dec 5, 2023