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E1104 The Next Unicorns E16: Degreed’s David Blake on reimagining lifelong education, ending credentialism, benefits of early apprenticeship & more

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Navigating Leadership and Education

This chapter explores the contrasting experiences of entrepreneurship and corporate leadership, highlighting insights from a prominent business leader's journey. It reflects on the shortcomings of traditional education systems that prioritize testing over genuine learning, advocating for innovative approaches like micro schooling and apprenticeships. The discussion emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and creating real-world learning opportunities for children to foster curiosity and skill development.

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