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Systems Thinking in Practice - A Conversation with Prof. Ray Ison

Future Learning Design Podcast

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Embrace Control as a Path to Learning

Human beings inherently desire to control their environment, a tendency deeply rooted in our nature. This drive for control isn't simply negative; it's fundamental to our pursuit of technology and tools that enhance our ability to influence our surroundings. Recognizing this aspect of human behavior allows for a more nuanced understanding, highlighting that the urge to control shouldn't be pathologized as solely harmful. In educational contexts, this desire for control shifts towards facilitating learning, where the role of an educator evolves from simply imparting knowledge to enabling learners to claim their understanding. This approach advocates for managing the learning process in a way that empowers individuals to take responsibility for their knowledge, promoting an environment of emergent learning.

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