Episode #258 Breaking the Collective Illusions with Shonogh Pilgrim

In this episode, Ben Whitaker and Steve Hope are joined by Shonogh Pilgrim, CEO of Whole Education, to discuss the importance of holistic education. They explore the biases in society towards academic achievement and the undervaluing of skills and holistic development. They also discuss the need for a shift in the education system to focus on personalised education and the use of technology to enable individualised learning. The conversation highlights the collective illusions that perpetuate the current education system and the importance of educators defining their own beliefs and values. The conversation explores the need for educators to have a clear understanding of their beliefs and values in order to stand against the current education system. It highlights the importance of developing dispositions in young people and creating conditions for educators to make decisions. The conversation also touches on the need for a shift in the narrative around education, focusing on holistic learning and the development of the whole individual. It emphasises the power of collective action and networks in driving change in education. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:38 The Bias Towards Academic Achievement and Undervaluing Skills 10:22 The Need for Personalised Education and Technology 15:32 Breaking the Collective Illusions in Education 23:46 Defining Beliefs and Values in Education 35:55 Standing Against the Education System 43:25 Helping People Find Who They Are 52:03 Educating for Society 58:04 Waiting for Change from Government 01:03:47 Autonomy, Responsibility, and Accountability 01:06:34 Changing the Need to Tell Everyone What to Do Thanks so much for joining us again for another episode - we appreciate you. Ben & Steve x Championing those who are making the future of education a reality. Follow us on X Check out our new website & sign up for our weekly newsletter Book your tickets for Uprising 2025 in Manchester Want to sponsor future episodes or get involved with the Edufuturists work? Get in touch