Punya Mishra

Punya Mishra, an educational designer, champions learner-centered and equitable education. He discusses the critical need to incorporate student voices in reform efforts, arguing that their insights often go unheard. Mishra shares his journey from traditional education to creative liberation, emphasizing the importance of community in designing future-focused schools. He envisions an educational system that not only meets students' needs but also fosters growth through collaboration and innovation, paving the way for a more inclusive learning environment.

Punya Mishra, Director of Innovative Learning Futures at ASU, dives into the intriguing concept of "agentic AI" in education. He critiques how AI tools often emphasize efficiency over genuine learning, advocating for deep engagement driven by personal motivation. Mishra shares his personal journey of learning Odia to connect with his mother’s writing, emphasizing the need for transparent, local AIs that nurture identity rather than automate learning. The conversation also explores the potential of AI to transform educational experiences into creativity-boosting playgrounds.

Award-winning educator Dr. Punya Mishra discusses the importance of beauty in science education to nurture wonder. He explores integrating aesthetics to cultivate curiosity, inquiry, and joy in learning, emphasizing the significance of aesthetic learning in education.