People I (Mostly) Admire 82. Is This the Future of High School?
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Jul 2, 2022 
Sal Khan, founder of Khan Academy and Khan World School, shares his visionary approach to transforming high school education. He discusses the importance of personalized, flexible learning experiences that prioritize student well-being and critical thinking. Khan emphasizes innovative programs, like daily seminars promoting rich discussions, and new initiatives in Arizona aiming to empower students. He also gives insights into a scholarship opportunity for aspiring students and his recent move to Germany, adding a personal touch to the educational revolution.
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Listener Interest in Khan Lab School
- Steve Levitt received many emails after Sal Khan's first podcast appearance.
- Listeners wanted to know how to enroll their children in Khan Lab School.
Delayed Collaboration
- Steve Levitt emailed Sal Khan proposing to expand Khan Lab School to multiple locations.
- Khan didn't respond, leading to a delayed collaboration.
Khan Academy Scale and Features
- Khan Academy offers personalized learning from pre-K to college level, including credit options.
- It averages 30 million learning minutes daily, peaking at 80 million during the pandemic.