The Minimalists 501 | Worst Education Advice
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Aug 11, 2025 
In this engaging discussion, Isaac Morehouse, CEO of OpenEd and author of 'Open Education', challenges the traditional education paradigm and advocates for creativity in learning. He shares outrageous educational advice he's encountered and emphasizes the importance of pursuing passion over degrees. The conversation also touches on the communication gap in education and the necessity of practical experiences. Plus, they discuss ways to manage physical clutter by reducing excess book purchases in a humorous and thoughtful way.
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Start With What You Can Control
- Focus on what you can control in your child's education.
- Open small options rather than waiting for systemic reform.
COVID Revealed School's Limited Core
- Use pandemic experience to reassess what school actually teaches.
- Create more at-home learning moments; kids rarely fall irreparably behind.
The Narrowness Of School 'Socialization'
- School socialization isolates same-age peers and rewards teacher-centric behavior.
- This conditions kids for a teacher's world, not varied adult roles.
