Ep. #142: Science Thinking, Uncertainty & Kids, with Jamie Jirout

Jamie Jirout, an expert in science education and child development, discusses the importance of curiosity in education and its role in promoting learning and growth. They explore how uncertainty creates a desire to know more and propose reframing education goals to prioritize lifelong learning. They also discuss a research project on measuring intellectual virtues and their associations with curiosity in young children. The podcast concludes with an exploration of curiosity analogies and reflections on the impact of COVID-19 on education.