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#171 "All Work Is Noble," Montessori, and Kids & Work — Matt Bateman on starting growing up with the internet, digital and industrial literacy, studying philosophy and learning how to teach, starting the Guidepost school network, how to train teachers, how children learn and work, values in education, agency, and writing his new book

The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd

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Rethinking Education for Values and Agency

The chapter explores the complexities of modern education, focusing on preparing children for specific career paths like becoming startup founders. It questions societal emphasis on exceptional individuals, encourages a non-standard educational path, and highlights the importance of designing an individualized exit strategy for children. The conversation delves into personal experiences, critiquing traditional educational approaches and advocating for a more value-centric and agency-driven educational environment.

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