The Tom Woods Show Ep. 2653 The Indoctrination Factories Are Disintegrating
Jun 12, 2025
Isaac Morehouse, CEO of OpenEd and co-author of 'Open Education,' dives into the pressing need for personalized learning in today's educational landscape. He discusses the limitations of one-size-fits-all approaches, especially in light of COVID-19. The conversation shifts to how technology, including AI, can create tailored educational experiences that meet individual needs. Morehouse critiques traditional metrics like test scores, advocating for flexibility and independent thinking as keys to future success.
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Isaac's Homeschooling Anecdote
- Isaac Morehouse experienced homeschooling in the 80s when it was nearly illegal and very unstructured.
- His brief private school experience felt restrictive, making him feel like cattle rather than a learner.
Limits of Standardized Testing
- Centralized standardized testing distorts education by incentivizing teaching to the test or avoiding accountability.
- Personalized goals by parents and students provide more meaningful measures of education than any single standardized test.
Grades Are Weak Job Signals
- Traditional grades are weak signals and often irrelevant in most job markets.
- Employers value demonstrated skills, conversations, and real work samples more than grades or GPA.