Redesigning Learning: Professor Yong Zhao Returns to the TKS Flightdeck
In the latest instalment of our student-led podcast, Arien, Aran, Aurelia and Meher are joined again by Professor Yong Zhao, global education visionary and provocateur. Following his recent visit to the School, where he challenged us to rethink the question “What’s worth learning in the age of AI?”, this conversation takes flight in bold and unexpected directions.
Listen to the podcast episode through Spotify here
You can also revisit the blog on Professor Zhao’s visit to The Knox School here
From the rise of artificial intelligence in classrooms to the increasing demand for creativity over conformity, this episode doesn’t just skim the surface, it dives deep into what learning could and should look like in an unpredictable future.
Professor Zhao shares his perspective on why traditional models of schooling may no longer serve the world our students and kids are entering. He explores how redefining success, giving students greater agency, and embracing innovation are not just desirable, they’re essential in the changing landscape.
This episode asks big, urgent questions:
- What skills will actually matter in the next decade?
- Is our curriculum still fit for purpose?
- How can students shape their own learning pathways?
For students, parents and educators alike, this episode is a reminder that we’re not passengers on this journey, we’re pilots. As Professor Zhao puts it, “Learning is no longer grounded.”
Buckle up. It’s time to fly.
