EO How to be a creative thinker | Carnegie Mellon University Po-Shen Loh | EO
Aug 22, 2025
Po-Shen Loh, a mathematician and social entrepreneur at Carnegie Mellon University, challenges traditional education norms. He emphasizes the importance of creative thinking and problem-solving, using engaging matchstick puzzles as examples. Loh critiques conventional test prep and introduces innovative math learning platforms that intertwine academics with performance arts. He shares insights from his experiences shaping educational ecosystems, showcasing how personal engagement can foster creativity and nurture budding talent in young learners.
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People Will Grade AI, Not Do Repetitive Tasks
- Po-Shen Loh argues the role of people will shift from doing tasks to grading AI outputs and solving new problems.
- He believes education must teach students how to think, not just how to perform procedures.
From Free Site To Live Paid Classes
- Loh built a paid live teaching product after an earlier free explanations website failed to sustain funding.
- He discovered live human interaction and friendly experts were what learners truly wanted.
Design Win‑Win Educational Ecosystems
- Create ecosystems that align incentives so students, teachers, and coaches all win.
- Use complementary talent (e.g., drama coaches) to scale quality instruction affordably.