John Moravec, Ph.D.

Dr. John Moravec is a pioneering education futurist, consultant, and speaker dedicated to creating human-centered, forward-looking learning environments. As the founder of Education Futures, he has spent over two decades challenging traditional models of schooling and advocating for more flexible, personalized approaches that harness today’s rapidly evolving technologies and global connectivity.

Driven by the core belief that learners need to be agile, creative, and empowered to thrive in a world of accelerating change, Dr. Moravec coined the term “knowmads” to describe a future in which individuals freely work, learn, and create across physical and virtual boundaries. His research and publications focus on transformative educational practices that cultivate human potential by emphasizing curiosity, empathy, and innovation.

Dr. Moravec’s work extends beyond theory and into practical action. He has conducted research and advised schools, universities, government agencies, and organizations worldwide, helping them to reimagine curricula, teaching methods, and organizational structures. Through interactive workshops and keynote presentations, he inspires leaders to break free from industrial-era constraints and embrace new learning paradigms, including invisible learning, experiential projects, and leapfrogging toward the future—a shared framework that empowers all stakeholders to participate in co-creating the future of education.

Recognized internationally, Dr. Moravec has contributed to policy discussions and thought leadership forums from the grassroots to the global stage. He collaborates with educators and innovators, leveraging emerging tools such as artificial intelligence, augmented reality, and open knowledge platforms to ensure that learning is accessible, inclusive, and deeply relevant.

Beyond his professional endeavors, John is a dedicated global citizen who believes in fostering community connections and nurturing the next generation of changemakers. When he’s not presenting at conferences or developing new research projects, he can be found exploring new ideas with colleagues around the world or mentoring emerging education entrepreneurs.

Connect with Dr. John Moravec to explore how Education Futures can help you and your community design vibrant, future-ready learning experiences. Together, we can build a world where education evolves with imagination, flexibility, and purpose.