Choose to be Curious Ep. #61: Student-led Research, with Shane McCarty PhD
Aug 22, 2018
Shane McCarty, Ph.D., Executive Director of CORE Foundation, is on a mission to improve school climates through student engagement. He discusses transformative student-led research projects that deepen critical thinking and creativity among high schoolers. Shane emphasizes the impact of mental health awareness and the importance of diverse perspectives. He also addresses the challenges of bias in psychological research, while empowering students to navigate complexities and build confidence as future scientists through hands-on experiences.
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Rethinking Education for the Future
- Education should prepare students to think complexly and contribute positively to society.
- Current education systems often fail to foster creative and conceptual thinking.
Student Choice Boosts Curiosity
- Students found this psychology project more engaging than typical assignments because they chose their topics.
- Choosing topics related to human interaction sparked genuine curiosity and motivation.
Creativity Needs a New Environment
- Educational environments often suppress creativity and curiosity.
- Real-life interactions sparked Shane's curiosity more than traditional classroom settings.