This actually makes me hopeful for the future of education! I've seen a few talks like this, about how the structure is changing and people are trying to make things better for learners of all types and I think that's really cool!
The future of education holds incredible potential, and it's inspiring to see people like you engaging with these ideas. Together, we can create learning environments that truly empower everyone.
Approaches like active, collaborative, fun and interactive role play can ensure everyone can learn in the style that speaks to them. Exactly what we need in education!
In preparing this talk, I was challenged to succinctly summarize what these experiences were and the phrase active, collaborative, personalized (FUN!) came very late just before filming this session. So pleased it may inspire others to adopt these techniques.
The SPHERE theater example really showcases how AI can create personalized, inclusive experiences in ways we couldn’t imagine before. It’s exciting to think about how this kind of innovation can transform not just education, but so many other industries as well!
In preparing this talk, it was difficult to limit the number of ways these solutions are maturing. I remember needing to show students in my first statistics lab how to use a mouse because home computers were still so rare. Now these new solutions promise to further revolutionize the ways we teach and learn. Onward!
Loved the way he connected ancient storytelling techniques with modern AI. Not only fascinating but makes you realize how much human history is built around creativity, and why it's so important to keep that alive in education
When I was preparing the talk, I noticed how many of these examples I included in speaking with other groups and in classes. Really pleased to fit in Genevieve von Petzinger's Ted Talk and the findings in Indonesia the week of filming this sealed the deal. Indeed we are better for leaning into these solutions for teaching and learning.
As I shared in the talk, our family has faced similar challenges. I believe we are in an era of reinventing education better for all learners. I hope you inspire these solutions for your own kids along the way.
I've seen a few talks like this that are centered around shifting from traditional learning to the inclusion of tech and it really does seem like the future of education. Hopefully we're implementing this on a large scale and not just leaving the underfunded schools behind
Technology has incredible potential to transform education, but equity in implementation is crucial. Coming from a family of public educators from teachers to administrators, we need to ensure that schools have access to these tools and the training to use them effectively. The future of education should be one where innovation benefits learner. I hope this will helps find a way.
I thought it was really refreshing how much emphasis he put on creativity... I think it's true that it makes a difference in everything we do but it's not the normal focus when it comes to technology
Creativity truly is a game-changer, and it’s exciting to explore how technology can enhance, rather than stifle, our creative potential. AI and other tools have the power to unlock new ways of thinking and problem-solving, and I believe placing creativity at the center of these conversations is essential for meaningful progress.
Not sure that I'm ready have fully integrated AI helping in creative fields. There's a real sense of achievement in knowing that you came up with it yourself.
This is really brilliant, so many people learn by doing and if we can make the learning as immersive as possible for people like that it really sets them up for much better success!
As I tried to make the case in the talk, we educators sort of always knew this but have gravitated way. At Hult, we embrace applied learning and team activities for these reasons and there is much more do be done to improve learning for so many.
Beautifully said-stories are indeed at the heart of what makes us human! They connect us, teach us, and inspire us in ways that nothing else can. The best innovations build on this foundation by helping us tell, share, and reimagine those stories in new ways. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful reflection.
When I was preparing the TED Talk, it was difficult to choose a limited number of examples within the short timeframe. But absolutely it is. Another example I use in my workshops is how many of us still are glancing at our phones or a screen on the dashboard while driving. This is very inefficient and even dangerous. Instead, many cars now have displays that overlay the key information we need such as our speed and where to turn directly on the windscreen. Military pilots have used similar technology for decades. We are shifting from a "heads down" to a "heads up" society for education and training.
Easy to understand the appeal here! Especially in terms of updating education. Think about what a students life outside of the classroom looks like and how dated it must feel for them inside the classroom
Bridging the gap between students’ lives outside and inside the classroom is essential for keeping education relevant and engaging. By integrating tools like AI and immersive experiences, we can create learning environments that feel dynamic and aligned with the world students are already navigating every day. Thanks for sharing this great perspective.
Seems being at school is way better these days with all the cool tech! We used to have to write with a pencil really neat to get our pen license. Wrote out all the times tables because "you won't always have a calculator in your pocket" my things have changed so quickly
That is a good example of how education has and is shifting. When I was preparing the TED Talk, it was challenging to select specific examples to share in the short time. But of course this is the way it was and is. In middle school, we were required to take typing lessons, in graduate school I had to show students what a computer mouse was, those kinds of things are no longer in most (any?) curriculums. So we must adapt and move forward with these tools to ask new questions and develop new competencies. Onward...
I had no idea about trauma affected teens having a tougher time in traditional learning environments... definitely makes sense of some of my experiences at school
Agree! And the research supports this. I recently shared a post on my personal channel @patricklynchphd about the 4 faces of AI. As you said, especially initially, AI is stronger at analytics freeing us up to flex our creativity!
We have a ways to go for certain. This week at my university, we are hosting the EFMD Global Americas conference at our Hult Boston campus. Among the fascinating panels, consensus is that AI is here, growing fast, and now we need to embrace its benefits while also building on the unique value that humans (individuals, teams) bring to an organization or to a classroom. Starting small with a few lessons is a great step and, perhaps surprisingly, the AI bots can be used to help design these lessons I speak to in the talk based on learning objectives for classes.
I really struggled with the implementation early on. Yet I found using the bots helped me design lessons incorporating them. They do a good job drafting initial scenarios and even scripts, for example, and suggesting ways students can collaborate with the tools along the way. Starting small with one lesson plan may be a way to explore these possibilities.
I think part of the issue is that students have so much access to high tech in their social/leisure time but when it comes to school things haven't really changed all that much
Strongly agree! While I have empathy, it's time for instructors and school systems to evolve and explore. Many of these tools can enhance learning fulfilling our educational missions better than before.
I wonder how immersive learning could help onboarding. When I started my current job it was such a staggered and frustrating process and I feel like it's the same for a lot of workplaces. If it could help with that it would be awesome!
When I was building the TED Talk, it was challenging to fit in all the ways education is changing. Certainly we educators are being transformed by this phase of industrial revolutions as much as any profession. It calls to question which competencies really matter and certainly invites us to use the tech in new ways to develop them!
I think this is really idealistic... maybe I'm out of the loop but I doubt everyone has access to these tools and not all industries are ready for this shift. I don't know like it sounds great and all but I think there are a lot of barriers to making this a reality
There are significant barriers-access, readiness, and systemic change are real challenges we need to address. I believe that recognizing these obstacles is the first step toward overcoming them. The talk was meant to inspire possibilities while also encouraging dialogue about how we can make these tools and approaches more accessible and practical for everyone. It’s a journey, but with collective effort, we can start to bridge those gaps.
When he said "are we teaching students skills that will be obsolete by the time they graduate" I realised none of the salespeople at this company are gonna be here in 10 years.
interesting talk, but left me wondering about the cost of implementing all this tech in schools. seems expensive and like it could create an even bigger resource gap
Absolutely will inspire new solutions that we have yet to tap. As I covered in the talk, there are ways we can embrace these techniques even without high-tech solutions such as role-play and gamification. But I agree there are even greater options as the tech improves and gets more affordable. Not too long ago, few students had laptops, tablets, for example, but even my kid's schools supply these now. A bigger question for me is, will we use these tools appropriately to improve learning?
I think this approach to learning has a lot of potential, but I wonder how it would work for students who don’t have the confidence or social skills to engage in roleplay or immersive experiences. Would it be inclusive for everyone?
You're absolutely right that not all students feel confident or comfortable with roleplay or immersive experiences, especially if they've been conditioned to more passive learning methods. Part of what I discussed in the talk is the need to shift the pendulum back from overly passive, isolated techniques toward active, collaborative learning-where new AI tools and immersive strategies can help us meet in the middle. C AI play a role in making these experiences more inclusive by tailoring them to individual comfort levels? For example, virtual simulations or AI-assisted roleplay can offer tailored, low-pressure environments for students to build confidence and skills at their own pace. Inclusivity is key, and the goal is to create a supportive framework where every student feels empowered to engage, grow, and thrive.
When I was building this TED Talk, it was difficult to fit all relevant topics into the timeframe yet this is a critical issue. My daughter is finishing here PhD focused on these topics and has evidence that digital literacy and education are at least as important, sometimes more important, than mere access and affordability. This has implications for future programs that either subsidize cost of access or educate or both. I believe there is converging evidence that we must remain open to continued learning about these technologies and find ways to reach wide populations to ensure we all keep rowing together.
I'm trying to map out my learning journey and could use some creative input. Imagine you're starting fresh - no AI knowledge, no experience, just a curious brain. How would you tackle it. Spill your wisdom!
These developments call to question what competency are we seeking to develop. Maybe we’ve been testing for knowledge more appropriate for some prior eras. Where do we go from here!
The idea that AI can make students more creative is nice, but it doesn’t address the deeper issues with education systems that aren't built to foster creativity in the first place. Do you see AI helping rigid systems like that to change?
You’re absolutely right that many education systems aren’t designed to nurture creativity, and that’s a significant challenge. AI isn’t a silver bullet, but it can be a catalyst for change by providing tools that encourage personalized learning and creative exploration. For example, it can help educators experiment with new methods, make learning more engaging, and even reduce administrative burdens so they can focus on fostering creativity in the classroom. The evidence suggests employers will favor these skills and that sparks a shift toward more adaptive and learner-centered systems over time.
It’s true that AI has the potential to disrupt low-complexity tasks, and it’s something we should address with care and foresight. Historically, innovations like machinery or the Internet initially displaced certain roles but ultimately created entirely new industries and opportunities. While the evidence shows this pattern of value creation over time, it’s important to focus on reskilling and supporting workers through transitions. By preparing for these shifts now, we can better ensure AI expands opportunity. Your perspective highlights why this conversation is so vital-thank you for contributing to it.
@@patricklynchphd still think its the rich getting richer and disposing of the poor. These so called low complexity jobs are aligned with people just trying to make ends meet
I can see how VR and AR could really aid in an immersive learning sense, but unless you can teach a drone to clean the gutters or concrete a driveway, we're still gonna need humans for the qrunt work.
![Seungmin "그렇게, 천천히, 우리(As we are)" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/kAzmhLHePqU/mqdefault.jpg)
This actually makes me hopeful for the future of education! I've seen a few talks like this, about how the structure is changing and people are trying to make things better for learners of all types and I think that's really cool!
The future of education holds incredible potential, and it's inspiring to see people like you engaging with these ideas. Together, we can create learning environments that truly empower everyone.
I'm a programmer and the idea of using AI as a collaborator is game-changing. Already brainstorming new project ideas!
Approaches like active, collaborative, fun and interactive role play can ensure everyone can learn in the style that speaks to them. Exactly what we need in education!
In preparing this talk, I was challenged to succinctly summarize what these experiences were and the phrase active, collaborative, personalized (FUN!) came very late just before filming this session. So pleased it may inspire others to adopt these techniques.
the stuff in the theater was so cool, especially about sending different languages to different seats like that's so clever
The SPHERE theater example really showcases how AI can create personalized, inclusive experiences in ways we couldn’t imagine before. It’s exciting to think about how this kind of innovation can transform not just education, but so many other industries as well!
The idea of blending digital and physical realities to create immersive experiences is something I’m really excited about.
In preparing this talk, it was difficult to limit the number of ways these solutions are maturing. I remember needing to show students in my first statistics lab how to use a mouse because home computers were still so rare. Now these new solutions promise to further revolutionize the ways we teach and learn. Onward!
Loved the way he connected ancient storytelling techniques with modern AI. Not only fascinating but makes you realize how much human history is built around creativity, and why it's so important to keep that alive in education
When I was preparing the talk, I noticed how many of these examples I included in speaking with other groups and in classes. Really pleased to fit in Genevieve von Petzinger's Ted Talk and the findings in Indonesia the week of filming this sealed the deal. Indeed we are better for leaning into these solutions for teaching and learning.
The hope of AI transforming rather than replacing jobs is exactly what I want to hear!
Man this sounds cool, I can see how this could revolutionize fields like medicine and engineering as well as the arts
What a kind and accepting audience. ❤
My kid struggles with traditional methods and I really hope these methods come in before he's in high school and it starts to really matter
As I shared in the talk, our family has faced similar challenges. I believe we are in an era of reinventing education better for all learners. I hope you inspire these solutions for your own kids along the way.
I've seen a few talks like this that are centered around shifting from traditional learning to the inclusion of tech and it really does seem like the future of education. Hopefully we're implementing this on a large scale and not just leaving the underfunded schools behind
Technology has incredible potential to transform education, but equity in implementation is crucial. Coming from a family of public educators from teachers to administrators, we need to ensure that schools have access to these tools and the training to use them effectively. The future of education should be one where innovation benefits learner. I hope this will helps find a way.
The cave painting connection was mind-blowing. Makes you realize how deeply rooted storytelling is in our DNA.
I thought it was really refreshing how much emphasis he put on creativity... I think it's true that it makes a difference in everything we do but it's not the normal focus when it comes to technology
Creativity truly is a game-changer, and it’s exciting to explore how technology can enhance, rather than stifle, our creative potential. AI and other tools have the power to unlock new ways of thinking and problem-solving, and I believe placing creativity at the center of these conversations is essential for meaningful progress.
Not sure that I'm ready have fully integrated AI helping in creative fields. There's a real sense of achievement in knowing that you came up with it yourself.
This is really brilliant, so many people learn by doing and if we can make the learning as immersive as possible for people like that it really sets them up for much better success!
As I tried to make the case in the talk, we educators sort of always knew this but have gravitated way. At Hult, we embrace applied learning and team activities for these reasons and there is much more do be done to improve learning for so many.
This is so cool. Makes me excited as a teacher to see how it all develops! Certainly feels like it's changing every day!
As I shared in the TED Talk, I think there is great opportunity for we educators to innovate and discover new ways to explore learning.
We are stories. That's why we love movies and books... the best ones are the same meta story that speaks to all of us, just in a different setting.
Beautifully said-stories are indeed at the heart of what makes us human! They connect us, teach us, and inspire us in ways that nothing else can. The best innovations build on this foundation by helping us tell, share, and reimagine those stories in new ways. Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful reflection.
It makes sense that you would get such better results with such a better experience!
When I was preparing the TED Talk, it was difficult to choose a limited number of examples within the short timeframe. But absolutely it is. Another example I use in my workshops is how many of us still are glancing at our phones or a screen on the dashboard while driving. This is very inefficient and even dangerous. Instead, many cars now have displays that overlay the key information we need such as our speed and where to turn directly on the windscreen. Military pilots have used similar technology for decades. We are shifting from a "heads down" to a "heads up" society for education and training.
Easy to understand the appeal here! Especially in terms of updating education. Think about what a students life outside of the classroom looks like and how dated it must feel for them inside the classroom
Bridging the gap between students’ lives outside and inside the classroom is essential for keeping education relevant and engaging. By integrating tools like AI and immersive experiences, we can create learning environments that feel dynamic and aligned with the world students are already navigating every day. Thanks for sharing this great perspective.
I work in retail and totally get what he means about theater skills helping with customer service. improv classes changed my game!
There are definitely so many exciting direction this technology can be taken in
The example of cave paintings being immersive learning is so cool!
This is actually so interesting and makes me think about how learning/teaching styles have evolved over time.
Seems being at school is way better these days with all the cool tech! We used to have to write with a pencil really neat to get our pen license. Wrote out all the times tables because "you won't always have a calculator in your pocket" my things have changed so quickly
That is a good example of how education has and is shifting. When I was preparing the TED Talk, it was challenging to select specific examples to share in the short time. But of course this is the way it was and is. In middle school, we were required to take typing lessons, in graduate school I had to show students what a computer mouse was, those kinds of things are no longer in most (any?) curriculums. So we must adapt and move forward with these tools to ask new questions and develop new competencies. Onward...
Loved hearing the bit about 97 million new jobs being created, especially that they'll be based on creativity!
We need creative solutions in so many places. While it’s a dynamic time, good to look forward to what’s next and what we can do.
@@patricklynchphd very true
I had no idea about trauma affected teens having a tougher time in traditional learning environments... definitely makes sense of some of my experiences at school
I've tried VR training at work and it was incredible. Can definitely see how this could transform education too.
Great talk, but left me with more questions than answers. Excited to dive deeper into this topic and see where it all leads!
It’s a great time to be exploring, lots happening in these spaces.
Honestly I think the whole role of AI should be to do the logistic/analytic stuff and let us be as creative as we were always meant to be!
Agree! And the research supports this. I recently shared a post on my personal channel @patricklynchphd about the 4 faces of AI. As you said, especially initially, AI is stronger at analytics freeing us up to flex our creativity!
Man that Sphere theatre looks fire! 🔥
I think the fear of displacement is very real for many people.
As a teacher, I'm both excited and nervous about AI in the classroom. His ideas are intriguing, but implementation seems daunting.
We have a ways to go for certain. This week at my university, we are hosting the EFMD Global Americas conference at our Hult Boston campus. Among the fascinating panels, consensus is that AI is here, growing fast, and now we need to embrace its benefits while also building on the unique value that humans (individuals, teams) bring to an organization or to a classroom. Starting small with a few lessons is a great step and, perhaps surprisingly, the AI bots can be used to help design these lessons I speak to in the talk based on learning objectives for classes.
I really struggled with the implementation early on. Yet I found using the bots helped me design lessons incorporating them. They do a good job drafting initial scenarios and even scripts, for example, and suggesting ways students can collaborate with the tools along the way. Starting small with one lesson plan may be a way to explore these possibilities.
Спасибо!
Thank you so much!
I think part of the issue is that students have so much access to high tech in their social/leisure time but when it comes to school things haven't really changed all that much
Strongly agree! While I have empathy, it's time for instructors and school systems to evolve and explore. Many of these tools can enhance learning fulfilling our educational missions better than before.
I wonder how immersive learning could help onboarding. When I started my current job it was such a staggered and frustrating process and I feel like it's the same for a lot of workplaces. If it could help with that it would be awesome!
The painting at 4:29 is so cool! is that the teachings from 50,000 years ago found in the caves?
Possibilities for innovation are endless with AI as a teammate in creative processes.
man, education has come a long way since I was in school. kinda jealous of kids these days with all this cool tech!
When I was building the TED Talk, it was challenging to fit in all the ways education is changing. Certainly we educators are being transformed by this phase of industrial revolutions as much as any profession. It calls to question which competencies really matter and certainly invites us to use the tech in new ways to develop them!
Oh wow the stuff around the 6:20 mark was so awesome! What a cool way to get the confidence and creativity up
So many ways to explore and shape this future.
Change your life when you hear what you have to say
Excellent!
Really appreciate your support and enthusiasm!
I think this is really idealistic... maybe I'm out of the loop but I doubt everyone has access to these tools and not all industries are ready for this shift. I don't know like it sounds great and all but I think there are a lot of barriers to making this a reality
There are significant barriers-access, readiness, and systemic change are real challenges we need to address. I believe that recognizing these obstacles is the first step toward overcoming them. The talk was meant to inspire possibilities while also encouraging dialogue about how we can make these tools and approaches more accessible and practical for everyone. It’s a journey, but with collective effort, we can start to bridge those gaps.
When he said "are we teaching students skills that will be obsolete by the time they graduate" I realised none of the salespeople at this company are gonna be here in 10 years.
This was like listening to your manager do a play
That must be a very talented manager! 🙃
interesting talk, but left me wondering about the cost of implementing all this tech in schools. seems expensive and like it could create an even bigger resource gap
Absolutely will inspire new solutions that we have yet to tap. As I covered in the talk, there are ways we can embrace these techniques even without high-tech solutions such as role-play and gamification. But I agree there are even greater options as the tech improves and gets more affordable. Not too long ago, few students had laptops, tablets, for example, but even my kid's schools supply these now. A bigger question for me is, will we use these tools appropriately to improve learning?
I think this approach to learning has a lot of potential, but I wonder how it would work for students who don’t have the confidence or social skills to engage in roleplay or immersive experiences. Would it be inclusive for everyone?
You're absolutely right that not all students feel confident or comfortable with roleplay or immersive experiences, especially if they've been conditioned to more passive learning methods. Part of what I discussed in the talk is the need to shift the pendulum back from overly passive, isolated techniques toward active, collaborative learning-where new AI tools and immersive strategies can help us meet in the middle.
C AI play a role in making these experiences more inclusive by tailoring them to individual comfort levels? For example, virtual simulations or AI-assisted roleplay can offer tailored, low-pressure environments for students to build confidence and skills at their own pace. Inclusivity is key, and the goal is to create a supportive framework where every student feels empowered to engage, grow, and thrive.
Interesting talk, but I worry about the digital divide. How do we ensure everyone has access to these immersive technologies?
When I was building this TED Talk, it was difficult to fit all relevant topics into the timeframe yet this is a critical issue. My daughter is finishing here PhD focused on these topics and has evidence that digital literacy and education are at least as important, sometimes more important, than mere access and affordability. This has implications for future programs that either subsidize cost of access or educate or both. I believe there is converging evidence that we must remain open to continued learning about these technologies and find ways to reach wide populations to ensure we all keep rowing together.
Anyone else wanna see this guy in Fidler on the roof?
I'm trying to map out my learning journey and could use some creative input. Imagine you're starting fresh - no AI knowledge, no experience, just a curious brain. How would you tackle it. Spill your wisdom!
As someone who bombed standardized tests😅 lmao I'm all for more personalized, immersive learning. Could've changed my academic trajectory.
These developments call to question what competency are we seeking to develop. Maybe we’ve been testing for knowledge more appropriate for some prior eras. Where do we go from here!
@@patricklynchphd forward we hope
The idea that AI can make students more creative is nice, but it doesn’t address the deeper issues with education systems that aren't built to foster creativity in the first place. Do you see AI helping rigid systems like that to change?
You’re absolutely right that many education systems aren’t designed to nurture creativity, and that’s a significant challenge. AI isn’t a silver bullet, but it can be a catalyst for change by providing tools that encourage personalized learning and creative exploration. For example, it can help educators experiment with new methods, make learning more engaging, and even reduce administrative burdens so they can focus on fostering creativity in the classroom. The evidence suggests employers will favor these skills and that sparks a shift toward more adaptive and learner-centered systems over time.
Sure AI might create some jobs for hyper creatives, but there's a very real threat to those people in jobs of low complexity.
It’s true that AI has the potential to disrupt low-complexity tasks, and it’s something we should address with care and foresight. Historically, innovations like machinery or the Internet initially displaced certain roles but ultimately created entirely new industries and opportunities. While the evidence shows this pattern of value creation over time, it’s important to focus on reskilling and supporting workers through transitions. By preparing for these shifts now, we can better ensure AI expands opportunity. Your perspective highlights why this conversation is so vital-thank you for contributing to it.
@@patricklynchphd still think its the rich getting richer and disposing of the poor. These so called low complexity jobs are aligned with people just trying to make ends meet
Not sure I buy the whole "AI won't replace us, just enhance us" argument. Feels a bit naive given how fast tech is advancing.
I can see how VR and AR could really aid in an immersive learning sense, but unless you can teach a drone to clean the gutters or concrete a driveway, we're still gonna need humans for the qrunt work.
Soooo just get really good at prompts and you're sweet yeah?
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AI terrifies me, no matter what anyone says
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its too much too soon
I found him a little jerky and cringe. Can't deny that storytelling is a powerful way to teach though.
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