
Future Learning Design Podcast
“A Hopeful Education for the End of the World as We Know It”? A Conversation with Ginie Servant-Miklos, Raïsa Mirza, Will Richardson & Manda Scott
Dec 20, 2024
Ginie Servant-Miklos, an Assistant Professor and author, joins fellow guests Raïsa Mirza, a social entrepreneur; Will Richardson, co-founder of The Big Questions Institute; and Manda Scott, an award-winning novelist, to tackle the complexities of education amidst societal collapse. They discuss the importance of radical systemic change in education, the balance between fear and hope, and innovative approaches for climate resilience. The conversation also highlights youth empowerment in reshaping their educational journeys and the critical need for funding in community-driven initiatives.
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- Societal systems are in irreversible decline, necessitating a radical re-evaluation of educational practices to align with our current realities.
- The metaphor of a sea illustrates the urgent need for collective acknowledgment and action against the consequences of environmental degradation.
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The Reality of Collapse
The discussion centers on the notion that we are experiencing a profound recognition of collapse beyond the conventional understanding of merely environmental issues. Ginny Servant Miklos articulates that society is essentially past the point of no return, where attempts to restore previous systems are futile. The prevailing belief that we can 'fix' our climate crisis is challenged, suggesting instead that societal systems are in irreversible decline. This shared understanding underscores a collective struggle to catch up with the reality of our situation and calls for a re-evaluation of educational practices to address this state of collapse.
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