Guy Claxton
Emeritus Professor of the Learning Sciences at Winchester’s Centre for Real-World Learning and an Honorary Senior Research Fellow at the University of Bristol. His work explores expanding human intelligence through research, writing, and education.
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Feb 1, 2021 • 2h 2min
ERRR #050. Guy Claxton on the Learning Power Approach
Ollie Lovell · ERRR #050. Guy Claxton on the Learning Power Approach The ERRR podcast can also be listened to…
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Jun 2, 2024 • 50min
Finding 'Aliveness' in Schools - A Conversation with Prof. Guy Claxton
Prof. Guy Claxton discusses the mind-body split in education, advocating for 're-membering' our learning bodies. They explore the balance between traditional and progressive teaching methods. The conversation delves into embracing uncertainty and active inference in education, emphasizing the interconnectedness between mind and body for optimal learning. Finally, they discuss the motivation behind young people's reckless behaviors as a search for 'aliveness', advocating for wholesome ways to achieve vitality.
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Jun 11, 2025 • 31min
Expanding How We Learn with Professor Guy Claxton
In this engaging conversation, Professor Guy Claxton, an expert in Learning Sciences, shares his insights on the transformative nature of education. He argues that learning is not just about knowledge but shaping who we are. Claxton critiques oversimplified teaching models and emphasizes balancing explanation with exploration. He highlights the pivotal role of embodiment—how movement and gestures deepen understanding. Listeners will be inspired by his vision of nurturing curiosity and fostering resilience in students through innovative teaching practices.
