In the Age of AI #4: What Is Education? Thursday 10th April 2025

What is Education in the Age of AI?

In this thought-provoking episode, Clive, Ron, and David explore how generative AI is transforming education. Clive emphasizes the need to rethink not just education about AI, but also how AI reshapes all areas of the curriculum. He calls for a broader approach that includes emotional and societal dimensions of learning.

Ron argues that education must evolve beyond industrial-era models. He proposes a new knowledge-based economic framework that values collaboration over competition. He also highlights the importance of dialogue, motivation, and coaching—areas where AI is beginning to play a surprising role.

David focuses on meta-skills like “learning to learn,” critical inquiry, and collaborative thinking. He challenges traditional education’s fixation on facts, favoring curiosity-driven learning and collective sensemaking. The group agrees that future curricula must prioritize deeply human skills—curiosity, wisdom, and critical dialogue—while using AI to support, not replace, these essential capacities.