WISE On Air
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An education podcast where we talk to the world’s leading minds. Brought to you by WISE: The global platform for innovators in education. Join us as we talk to thought leaders, innovators, educators and artists from around the world about any and all things to do with education.
Episodes 134
133 : Sona Jobarteh : What if children could grow up proud of who they are, without ever needing to be told?
What if children could grow up proud of who they are, without ever needing to be told? In #WISEOnAir, kora virtuoso Sona Jobarteh shares how the Gambia academy is rethinking education in Africa.ماذا لو نشأ …
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What if children could grow up proud of who they are, without ever needing to be told? In #WISEOnAir, kora virtuoso Sona Jobarteh shares how the Gambia academy is rethinking education in Africa.ماذا لو نشأ الأطفال على الفخر بهويتهم دون أن يُطلب منهم ذلك؟ في "وايز على الهواء"، تشاركنا عازفة الكورا سونا جوبارتيه كيف تعيد "أكاديمية غامبيا" التفكير في التعليم في أفريقيا.
131 : Dr. Spencer Striker : Cognitive Debt, AI Slop & The Future of Creative Education
Is #AI making us cognitively lazy, orjust outsourcing the boring parts?In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Sam Meekings talks withDr. Spencer Striker, Professor of Digital Media Design at @NorthwesternUniversity in …
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Is #AI making us cognitively lazy, orjust outsourcing the boring parts?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Sam Meekings talks withDr. Spencer Striker, Professor of Digital Media Design at @NorthwesternUniversity in Qatar, about AI's role in education. They cover #cognitivedebt, the MIT study behind it, and how leaning on AI for hard thinking can leavestudents with little real work to show. The talk also touches on rethinking assessment, the rise of AI slop, and why taste and originality matter more than ever, before landing on the bigger question: what is higher education reallyfor, and how do we protect that as the tools around us keep changing?
130: Paul Atfield: How AI Is Transforming Education Outcomes | Ethics, Data & the Future of Learning
What if the missing piece in your organization isn't more data, but a way to help everyone move like one body? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, host Aldo de Papp sits down with Paul Atfield, Data AI Lead at the …
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What if the missing piece in your organization isn't more data, but a way to help everyone move like one body?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, host Aldo de Papp sits down with Paul Atfield, Data AI Lead at the Education Outcomes Fund, to unpack his new paper "Outcomes AI" and the idea he calls collective organizational intelligence, where AI keeps people connected to the same information rather than telling them what to do.
ماذا لو لم تكن الحلقة المفقودة في مؤسستك مزيداً من البيانات، بل طريقة تجعل الجميع يتحركون كجسد واحد؟
في هذه الحلقة من برنامج "وايز على الهواء"، يستضيف ألدو دي باب بول أتفيلد، مسؤول الذكاء الاصطناعي والبيانات في صندوق نتائج التعليم، لمناقشة ورقته البحثية الجديدة "أوتكامز إيه آي" وفكرته حول الذكاء الجماعي المؤسسي، حيث يُبقي الذكاء الاصطناعي الجميع على اطلاع بالمعلومات نفسها بدلاً من أن يملي عليهم ما يفعلونه.
In this episode:
00:00:00 – Opening
00:00:34 – Welcome to WISE On Air
00:01:10 – How has WISE 12 been so far?
00:02:04 – What's something you've heard here that stayed with you?
00:04:30 – From trading floors to education, why the shift?
00:08:14 – As a systems builder, what does AI mean to you?
00:11:04 – Who should be reading Outcomes AI?
00:12:53 – What is collective organizational intelligence?
00:16:33 – Is AI sometimes just a genie for deep-rooted problems?
00:19:06 – How accessible is AI, really?
00:22:08 – What scenarios worry you most?
00:24:54 – How do you compare outcomes across countries?
00:26:30 – Audience Q&A: will AI end up in the driver's seat?
00:29:43 – Where will we be with AI in 2 years?
00:30:40 – Poll question and reflections129: Dr. Abhijit Banerjee on How AI Is Changing Education Research
What if the biggest barrier in education isn't a lack of resources or technology, but a failure to trust that children are intelligent? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Dr. Abhijit Banerjee, MIT Professor of …
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What if the biggest barrier in education isn't a lack of resources or technology, but a failure to trust that children are intelligent?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Dr. Abhijit Banerjee, MIT Professor of Economics, co-founder of J-PAL Poverty Action Lab, and winner of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Economics, joins host Aurélio Amaral to explore what the evidence actually says about how children learn, and what stands in the way.
ماذا لو لم يكن العائق الأكبر أمام التعليم هو نقص الموارد أو التكنولوجيا، بل الفشل في الثقة بأن الأطفال أذكياء؟
في هذه الحلقة من برنامج "وايز على الهواء"، ينضم الدكتور أبهيجيت بانيرجي، أستاذ الاقتصاد في معهد ماساتشوستس للتكنولوجيا، والمؤسس المشارك لمعمل عبد اللطيف جميل لمكافحة الفقر (J-PAL)، والحائز على جائزة نوبل في الاقتصاد لعام 2019، إلى المضيف أوريليو أمارال لاستكشاف ما تقوله الأدلة العلمية حقاً حول كيفية تعلم الأطفال، والعقبات التي تقف في طريق ذلك.
In this episode:
– Welcome to WISE On Air
– What are randomized controlled trials and why do they matter?
– Which widely believed teaching practices does the evidence disprove?
– What can market kids teach us about how schools fail children?
– The Uganda study: what happened when teachers learned to think?
– How do you move from research findings to policy at scale?
– Is AI making students more passive in the classroom?
– What questions in education does Dr. Banerjee still want to explore?
128: Are We Raising AI To Save Us Or Destroy Us?
What does it take to raise an #AI that becomes a superhero for humanity, rather than its undoing? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, recorded live at #WISE12 in Doha, Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation …
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What does it take to raise an #AI that becomes a superhero for humanity, rather than its undoing?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, recorded live at #WISE12 in Doha, Anousheh Ansari, CEO of the XPRIZE Foundation and the first female private space explorer, joins host Elias to explore which human capacities will matter most as machines take on more of our work, and why the questions we're afraid to ask may be the ones that shape our future the most.
In this episode:
00:00:20 – Welcome to WISE On Air
00:01:44 – What is XPRIZE and how does it shape innovation?
00:05:20 – How has seeing Earth from space changed your view of humanity?
00:08:40 – What is education's role in building a bigger-picture mindset?
00:10:40 – How do we avoid repeating social media's mistakes with AI?
00:14:28 – Do we have enough diversity at AI's design table?
00:18:58 – What does it mean to raise a superhero, not a supervillain?
00:21:37 – Is more computing power the wrong goal?
00:24:24 – Live poll: which skill will matter most in 10 years?
00:27:08 – What should education invest in for 2035?
00:30:11What gives you hope for the future?
127: Whose Knowledge Counts? Digital Neocolonialism in Education
Who decides what counts as #knowledge in the age of #edtech? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Shahd Dauleh sits down with Dr. Taskeen Adam, whose research reveals how edtech platforms entering the Global South …
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Who decides what counts as #knowledge in the age of #edtech?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Shahd Dauleh sits down with Dr. Taskeen Adam, whose research reveals how edtech platforms entering the Global South can carry hidden assumptions about language, pedagogy, and whose ways of knowing are legitimate.
From the purpose of education itself to Big Tech's growing influence over how the world learns, this conversation asks what it takes to build platforms that liberate rather than colonize, and why some spaces of learning may be worth protecting from technology altogether.
Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:18 How does faith reshape what counts as true knowledge?
00:09:18 What do we believe education is really for?
00:12:22 The hidden assumptions inside edtech
00:18:08 Is AI the next wave of digital neocolonialism?
00:29:00 What can policymakers and educators do?
126: What Can Education Learn from Healthcare's Quality Revolution?
What Can Education Learn from Healthcare's Quality Revolution? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, host Dr. Sunoor Verma, cardiothoracic surgeon and Director of Partnerships & Advocacy at WISH, speaks with Lord …
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What Can Education Learn from Healthcare's Quality Revolution?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, host Dr. Sunoor Verma, cardiothoracic surgeon and Director of Partnerships & Advocacy at WISH, speaks with Lord Darzi, Executive Chair of WISH, surgeon, policymaker, and author of the landmark NHS review High Quality Care for All, about what education can learn from healthcare’s quality revolution—focusing on effectiveness, safety, and the student experience.Chapters
00:00:04 - Introduction to Lord Darzy & WISE Summit Experience
00:03:04 - The Imperative of Lifelong Learning in a Changing World
00:07:06 - Quality, Transparency, and Accountability Across Sectors
00:12:22 - Fostering Innovation and Overcoming Adoption Barriers
00:22:58 - Cross-Sectoral Collaboration and Inspiring Future Generations
125: Coding Dreams: Can Everyone Build the Future Now?
What happens when more people can build—not just consume—technology?In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Lady Mariéme Jamme, Founder of iamtheCODE, joins Selma Talha-Jebril, Director of Research and Policy at WISE …
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What happens when more people can build—not just consume—technology?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Lady Mariéme Jamme, Founder of iamtheCODE, joins Selma Talha-Jebril, Director of Research and Policy at WISE, to explore the power of access in the digital age.
From coding to creation, the conversation looks at how marginalized communities are gaining agency through technology—and what this shift means for equity, self-determination, and the future of innovation.
124: The Neurorecital: How Brain Waves Reveal the Act of Learning
What does learning actually look like inside the brain?In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Stavros Yiannouka, CEO of WISE, speaks with Nicolas Namoradze—classical pianist, composer, and neuropsychology researcher …
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What does learning actually look like inside the brain?
In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Stavros Yiannouka, CEO of WISE, speaks with Nicolas Namoradze—classical pianist, composer, and neuropsychology researcher who premiered the world's first "Neurorecital" at Verbier Festival in 2025.
Together, they explore what real-time brain imaging during musical performance can teach us about deep learning, practice, and what education might look like if it were designed around how the brain actually works.
123: The Learning Compass: How to Stay Human-Centered When Innovation Moves Fast
As technology advances, the values that guide it matter more than ever. In this episode of #WISEOnAir, former WISE CEO Stavros Yiannouka joins author Laila Lalami to explore questions of surveillance, agency …
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As technology advances, the values that guide it matter more than ever. In this episode of #WISEOnAir, former WISE CEO Stavros Yiannouka joins author Laila Lalami to explore questions of surveillance, agency, and what responsible #innovation in learning should protect.The conversation reflects on how digital systems shape trust, autonomy, and decision-making—and why human values must remain at the core as #technology evolves.
122: Are We Learning or Just Outsourcing Thinking?
In the latest #WISEOnAir episode, our Research and Policy Lead Sopiko Beriashvili is joined by World Bank Group Education Specialist Dr. Cristóbal Cobo to examine how #technology is reshaping cognition …
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In the latest #WISEOnAir episode, our Research and Policy Lead Sopiko Beriashvili is joined by World Bank Group Education Specialist Dr. Cristóbal Cobo to examine how #technology is reshaping cognition, #learning, and human capability. In the age of #AI, this conversation explores what it means to design #innovation that strengthens thinking rather than replaces it. 00:00 - Introduction: AI's Impact on Education 01:19 - The Nature of AI: Truth, Data, and Skepticism 04:08 - The Role of Intelligent Skepticism & Cognitive Offloading 07:04 - AI: Enhancing Human Thinking vs. Creating Dependency 11:21 - AI's Influence on Human Cognition, Language, and Emotion 16:09 - Case Study: AI Tutors in Low-Resource Settings 21:02 - Transparency and Redefining Cognition with AI 25:10 - Navigating the Digital Divide & Shaping Future Generations 28:50 - A Policy Framework for AI in Education121: The Next Chapter: Where Does Education Innovation Go From Here?
The Next Chapter: Where Does Education Innovation Go From Here? | #WISEOnAir Podcast Former CEO Stavros Yiannouka sits down with CEO Dr. Asyia Kazmi, OBE for a forward-looking conversation on the future of …
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The Next Chapter: Where Does Education Innovation Go From Here? | #WISEOnAir Podcast Former CEO Stavros Yiannouka sits down with CEO Dr. Asyia Kazmi, OBE for a forward-looking conversation on the future of education innovation. In this episode, they explore the questions shaping what comes next, from AI to impact and what truly matters to measure. ▶️ Watch and subscribe for more conversations from WISE On Air 00:00–01:34 – Arrival at WISE: Purpose and Context 01:35–03:01 – Education City: Vision and Ecosystems 03:02–05:12 – Early Teaching: Equity and Identity 05:13–07:55 – School Leadership: Outcomes Over Inputs 07:56–10:14 – UK Civil Service and DFID: Education and Development 10:15–13:54 – Global Policy Work: Pedagogy and Evidence 13:55–15:55 – Inspectorate Leadership: Data and Accountability 15:56–21:02 – Girls’ Education at Scale: Barriers and Impact 21:03–24:32 – Gates Foundation: Learning, EdTech, and AI 24:33–28:03 – Joining WISE: Leadership Transition 28:04–33:44 – WISE as a Global Movement 33:45–35:45 – Education in a Changing World 35:46–39:33 – The WISE Index: Rethinking Outcomes 39:34–41:24 – From Insight to Action: Why Outcomes Differ 41:25–44:01 – The Handover: Advice and Looking Ahead120: Leading Education Innovation: Reflections from a Decade
Leading Education Innovation: Reflections from a Decade | #WISEOnAir Podcast As WISE enters a new chapter, CEO Dr. Asyia Kazmi, OBE, joins former CEO Stavros Yiannouka for an open conversation about the …
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Leading Education Innovation: Reflections from a Decade | #WISEOnAir Podcast As WISE enters a new chapter, CEO Dr. Asyia Kazmi, OBE, joins former CEO Stavros Yiannouka for an open conversation about the evolution of education innovation. From WISE’s beginnings in Qatar to its global influence today, they explore what it really takes to drive meaningful change — and what lessons leaders should carry forward. 🎧 Listen: https://pod.link/wiseonair ▶️ Watch & subscribe for more stories: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDPidX4eUx7ffHnpgqUh7_IJ8xb5tTTsx Chapters: 00:00 – 02:33 Introduction 02:35 – 07:17 Former CEO Stavros Yiannouka Journey 07:18 – 14:18 How WISE Became Influential — and Why Qatar Matters 14:18 – 23:18 Redefining What Education Means 23:18 – 34:39 Is This the Innovation We Should Take Seriously? 34:39 – 39:30 Who Decides What’s Acceptable in the Classroom? 39:30 – 44:00 What I Wish I Knew Then — and What I’d Do Differently 44:00 – 45:13 Gratitude and Final Thoughts119: Rooted in Culture, Ready for Tomorrow: Community-Driven Education Innovation
Rooted in Culture, Ready for Tomorrow: Community-Driven Education Innovation | #WISEOnAir Podcast How can education systems honor cultural roots while preparing students for the future? In this episode, we …
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Rooted in Culture, Ready for Tomorrow: Community-Driven Education Innovation | #WISEOnAir Podcast How can education systems honor cultural roots while preparing students for the future? In this episode, we feature WISE Prize finalists Fadia Hamdi (Queen Rania Foundation, Jordan) and Abdulhamid Haidar (Darsel, U.S.), who share how their initiatives blend tradition with innovation to build resilient learning communities. Chapters: 00:00–01:46 Introduction 01:46–02:46 Solutions Beyond the MVP: What Iqrali.jo and Darsel Offer with WISE Prize Support 02:47–04:37 Preserving Arabic Literacy and Heritage 04:38–05:45 Adapting Tools to Cultural Contexts 05:45–08:17 Why Emotional Connections Matter 08:18–10:47 Building Inclusive Educational Solutions 10:48–13:37 Engaging Communities in Design 13:38–16:12 Access for Refugee & Marginalized Communities 16:13–18:05 Lessons from Diverse Implementations 18:05–21:17 Incentivizing Parents and Students 21:17–end WISE Prize Support and Future Plans Listen to the full episode: https://pod.link/wiseonair118: AI as a Creative Partner: Redefining Human Potential in Education
118: AI as a Creative Partner: Redefining Human Potential in Education by WISE Qatar Foundation
117: Learning Through Touch: How Sensory Education is Breaking Barriers
In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore how sensory education is breaking barriers and transforming literacy and numeracy for learners often left behind by traditional systems. We speak with two remarkable …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore how sensory education is breaking barriers and transforming literacy and numeracy for learners often left behind by traditional systems. We speak with two remarkable WISE Prize finalists who are pioneering innovative solutions for students with diverse needs and communities with limited access to education. From Qatar, Ramy Abdulzaher, Co-Founder and COO of @Bonocle, shares how Braille-based technology and gamified learning tools are improving Arabic literacy for visually impaired students. From Nigeria, Gideon Olanrewaju, Chief Executive Director of the Aid for Rural Education Access Initiative (@AREAi), demonstrates how offline digital pens and multilingual resources are delivering literacy programs to refugee camps with no internet access. In this episode, we discuss: How Braille technology fosters inclusion and engagement for students with visual impairments The potential of Fast Track tools to transform literacy learning for underserved communities How Bonocle adapts its solutions to meet diverse needs across different regions and communities The role of the WISE Prize in helping scale and accelerate these impactful educational initiatives This conversation highlights how touch, sound, and human connection are redefining what literacy and learning mean in the twenty-first century and expanding opportunities for students who are often overlooked. About the Guests: Ramy Abdulzaher is the Co-Founder and COO of Bonocle in Qatar, developing Braille-based solutions to improve Arabic literacy for visually impaired students. Gideon Olanrewaju is the Chief Executive Director of AREAi in Nigeria, leading initiatives that bring literacy to refugee communities through offline and multilingual learning technologies. 🎧 Subscribe to WISE On Air: https://pod.link/wiseonair Learn more about WISE: https://www.wise-qatar.org Episode Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:27 Introducing Ramy Abdulzaher & Gideon Olanrewaju 01:48 How Does Braille Technology Foster Inclusion in Education? 04:59 Can the Fast Track Tools Transform Literacy Learning? 12:05 How Bonocle Designs for Inclusion Across Communities 18:37 How WISE Prize Helped Fast Track 21:28 Appreciation and Farewell116: Are 'Growth Markets' the Future of Global Prosperity?
Are ‘Growth Markets’ the Future of Global Prosperity? In Episode 116 of WISE On Air, Elyas Felfoul, WISE Director, sits down with Dina Sherif, Executive Director of the MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and …
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Are ‘Growth Markets’ the Future of Global Prosperity? In Episode 116 of WISE On Air, Elyas Felfoul, WISE Director, sits down with Dina Sherif, Executive Director of the MIT Kuo Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship, to explore why the world should rethink how we define prosperity. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:52 What is the Center? 03:04 Entrepreneurship Beyond Aid 04:43 Demographic Advantage in Growth Markets 09:31 Modernization Without Westernization 10:40 Are the Developing Markets Ready for 1.2 billion young people? 23:57 Uncertainty: The New Normal in the Global Economy 27:38 Innovation Ecosystems That Work 34:03 Advice for Entrepreneurs in Emerging Economies Watch now and join the conversation.115: The Trilingual Student - Why AI Needs Humanity
Register for #WISE12 - Join us for the world's premier education innovation summit: https://wise-qatar.org/wise-12/ In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore the human side of #artificialintelligence with …
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Register for #WISE12 - Join us for the world's premier education innovation summit: https://wise-qatar.org/wise-12/ In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore the human side of #artificialintelligence with Professor Munther Dahleh, founding director of MIT's Institute for Data Systems and Society. As machines become increasingly capable, Munther argues that understanding people, not just #algorithms, will determine whether AI truly serves humanity. From his early work designing control systems for spacecraft to his current focus on societal applications of #AI, Munther shares insights on: - The "trilingual student" concept - why future innovators need technical skills, social science understanding, and domain expertise - Why he uses ChatGPT for reports but never for recommendation letters - The hidden dangers of "mediocre systems at scale" - How self-driving cars force us to confront moral decisions we never ask human drivers to make - Why he wishes he had studied more philosophy and anthropology - The future of healthcare, education, and work in an AI-driven world Munther challenges the notion that technological advancement alone will solve society's problems, emphasizing that the most critical breakthroughs may come from understanding human behavior, ethics, and social systems. About the Guest: Professor Munther Dahleh is a Professor at MIT and founding director of the Institute for Data Systems and Society. He is the author of "Data Systems and Society: Harnessing AI for Societal Good" and has spent over three decades working at the intersection of #technology and #society. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience with ChatGPT 00:22 Welcome to Wise On Air 00:30 Introducing Professor Munther Dahleh 02:02 The Journey to AI and Control Systems 04:13 From Machines to Social Networks 13:45 The Concept of Trilingual Students 15:28 AI's Impact on Society and Education 25:53 The Future of Jobs and Continuous Learning 29:10 Open Access and Vocational Education 30:31 Ethics and Data Privacy in AI 33:29 Self-Driving Cars and Moral Dilemmas 37:39 Global AI Collaboration and Geopolitics 42:36 AI's Role in Healthcare and Research 49:59 The Future of AI and Human Expertise 52:45 Final Thoughts and Advice for the Next Generation 🎧 Subscribe to WISE On Air: https://pod.link/wiseonair Learn more about WISE: https://www.wise-qatar.org114: Can Ancient Farming Wisdom Solve our Modern Water Crisis?
Is Community Wisdom More Powerful Than a Degree? In this special conversation, Cameroonian environmentalist Farmer Tantoh explores how indigenous knowledge is not only relevant but vital to solving today’s …
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Is Community Wisdom More Powerful Than a Degree? In this special conversation, Cameroonian environmentalist Farmer Tantoh explores how indigenous knowledge is not only relevant but vital to solving today’s water and sustainability challenges. Through stories of clean water access for tens of thousands and grassroots education, he reminds us that environmental learning can thrive outside the classroom. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 01:44 – The State of Water Conservation Today 02:37 – Are We Teaching Water Issues Effectively? 03:33 – Rethinking Environmental Education 04:56 – Reviving Tradition in Modern Communities 06:01 – What School Missed About Sustainability 07:34 – Teaching Water Wisdom to the Next Generation 10:02 – Passing Down Traditional Farming Knowledge 12:27 – Blending Ancestral Wisdom with Modern Science If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org X: https://x.com/WISE_Tweets Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/113: Are We Teaching to Build Sustainably?
What if the future of sustainable architecture lies in ancient techniques? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Youness Ouazri, founder of @ecodomemaroc5918, shares how traditional Moroccan Earth-building is offering …
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What if the future of sustainable architecture lies in ancient techniques? In this episode of #WISEOnAir, Youness Ouazri, founder of @ecodomemaroc5918, shares how traditional Moroccan Earth-building is offering powerful solutions for modern architectural challenges. From engineering classrooms to rural communities, he reflects on the gaps in conventional education and the potential of ancestral wisdom, hands-on training, and local materials to create a more sustainable and inclusive future. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:54 Engineering vs. Earth Building 04:34 Sustainability Lessons from Morocco 07:11 Ancient Wisdom, Modern Standards 10:26 Bridging the Skills Gap 11:37 First Impressions of Earth Domes 14:55 Winning Trust in Earth Construction 16:06 The Power of Hands-On Training 17:30 Rethinking Architecture Education 20:12 Evolving Education for Sustainability 🎓 About WISE On Air: #WISEOnAir is a podcast where we seek insights from the world's leading minds on the future of education and beyond. Brought to you by WISE, the global platform for education innovators. ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org X: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets YouTube: @WISEQatar Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ LinkedIn: bit.ly/2JKThYf112: Can Human Creativity Survive the AI Revolution?
Can AI ever replace human creativity? This episode features Nada Elkharashi, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Electric Skin, as we dive into the evolving relationship between creativity, sustainability …
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Can AI ever replace human creativity? This episode features Nada Elkharashi, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Electric Skin, as we dive into the evolving relationship between creativity, sustainability, and artificial intelligence. Nada shares powerful reflections on education, design, and how artists can thrive in the age of intelligent machines without losing their human touch. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 01:12 – AI's Impact on Creative Industries 04:07 – The Irreplaceable Core of Human Creativity 07:20 – Rethinking Design Education for the AI Era 10:58 – Sustainability Reimagined Through AI 13:50 – Teaching the Unteachable: Human-Only Creative Skills 17:23 – Hope for Human Creativity’s Future 🎓 About WISE On Air: WISE On Air is a podcast where we seek insights from the world's leading minds on the future of education and beyond. Brought to you by WISE, the global platform for education innovators. ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Youtube: @WISEQatar Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf111: Where Do Values Fit in Tomorrow’s Education Models? - Dr. Sohaira Siddiqui
In this episode of WISE On Air, we sit down with Dr. Sohaira Siddiqui, Executive Director of Al-Mujadilah Center & Mosque for Women, to explore a bold, values-based approach to education. From reviving …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, we sit down with Dr. Sohaira Siddiqui, Executive Director of Al-Mujadilah Center & Mosque for Women, to explore a bold, values-based approach to education. From reviving traditional knowledge to balancing critical thinking with community, this conversation reimagines what meaningful learning can look like. 🎓 About WISE On Air: WISE On Air is a podcast where we seek insights from the world's leading minds on the future of education and beyond. Brought to you by WISE, the global platform for education innovators. ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Youtube: @WISEQatar Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf110: What We Already Know Can Save Us: Traditional Wisdom for a Sustainable Future - Grethel Aguilar
What if the answers to today’s climate crisis were rooted in centuries-old traditions? In this special edition of WISE On Air, recorded live from Earthna Summit 2025, we sit down with Dr. Grethel Aguilar …
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What if the answers to today’s climate crisis were rooted in centuries-old traditions? In this special edition of WISE On Air, recorded live from Earthna Summit 2025, we sit down with Dr. Grethel Aguilar, Director General of the IUCN, to explore the powerful role of indigenous knowledge in reimagining sustainability and education. From traditional ecological practices to the impact of social media and technology on youth learning. This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of legacy, innovation, and the future of our planet.109: Relational Intelligence: A New Metric for Success? - Isabelle Hau
In this episode of WISE On Air, Host & CEO of WISE, Stavros Yiannouka delves into the transformative power of relationships in education with Isabelle Hau, author of "Love to Learn" and Executive Director of …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, Host & CEO of WISE, Stavros Yiannouka delves into the transformative power of relationships in education with Isabelle Hau, author of "Love to Learn" and Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning. As educational systems worldwide continue to prioritize test scores and academic achievement, Hau presents compelling evidence that early loving relationships might be the true foundation of learning and thriving. Isabelle shares insights on: -How relationships physically shape brain development and learning capacity -The growing "relational crisis" affecting children's development and what's driving it -Where technology and AI fit within relationship-centered learning -Practical approaches to prioritize connection in schools, homes and communities Whether you're an educator, parent, or policymaker, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what truly matters in learning. Join us as we explore the science behind human connection and consider how "relational intelligence" might become a new metric for success in education. Purchase Isabelle's book, 'Love to Learn': https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/isabelle-c-hau/love-to-learn/9781541703773/ Resources mentioned in the discussion: Pretend play research (Sansanwal, 2014): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/266081256_Sansanwal_S_2014_Pretend_play_enhances_creativity_and_imagination_Journal_of_Arts_and_Humanities_31_70-83 2024 Phone usage study: https://itc.ua/en/news/study-people-checked-their-phones-an-average-of-205-times-a-day-in-2024-every-5-minutes-excluding-sleep/ Childhood neglect impact on brain development: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/06/neglect Early life adversity and neural development: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2023-04894-001?doi=1 Neural synchrony between students and teachers: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.abq4786 ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf108: Thirteen Perspectives Shaping the Future of Education in Qatar Foundation
WISE On Air #108 is a special chaptered edition of our education podcast, recorded live during the I AM QF 30th Anniversary Celebration. Brought to you by WISE — the global platform for innovators in education …
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WISE On Air #108 is a special chaptered edition of our education podcast, recorded live during the I AM QF 30th Anniversary Celebration. Brought to you by WISE — the global platform for innovators in education — this episode brings together 13 insightful conversations with students, educators, researchers, and leaders from across Qatar Foundation and beyond. From classroom transformation and labor market shifts, to AI, equity, access, and the future of Education City — this episode explores the most pressing questions and bold ideas shaping the future of learning.107: When $100 Becomes $1 - Is Education Funding Perpetuating Global Inequality? - Manos Antoninis
In this episode of WISE On Air, host of this episode and Director of Research & Policy at WISE, Selma Talha-Jebril talks to Manos Antoninis, Director of the Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, to discuss …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, host of this episode and Director of Research & Policy at WISE, Selma Talha-Jebril talks to Manos Antoninis, Director of the Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report, to discuss the recently launched 2024/5 GEM Report and the UNESCO-World Bank Education Finance Watch 2024. Manos brings decades of expertise in global education policy and leadership, offering critical insights into the most pressing issues, including severe funding disparities, political influence on education systems, and the growing need for empowered educational leaders. He sheds light on how we can overcome these challenges and push toward achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 for inclusive, equitable education worldwide. Read the UNESCO GEM Report: https://bit.ly/4bfK2Lo Read the Education Finance Watch 2024 Report: https://bit.ly/4kjtdDB --- If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf 00:00 Introduction: The State of Global Education 00:27 Welcome to Wise On Air 00:43 Leadership and Education Investment 01:58 Interview with Manos Antoninis 02:34 Stagnation in Global Education Progress 08:01 The Role of School Leaders 15:54 Autonomy in School Leadership 21:32 Education Finance Disparities 24:15 Global Financial Systems and Education 32:24 The Role of International Organizations 38:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts106: AI in Higher Ed - Global Perspective & Collaborative Solutions
In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into an unprecedented global research initiative exploring artificial intelligence's impact on higher education. Through conversations with research leads from six …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into an unprecedented global research initiative exploring artificial intelligence's impact on higher education. Through conversations with research leads from six institutions across five continents, we uncover how different regions are approaching AI integration in universities and preparing students for an AI-powered future. Our guests share insights on various critical aspects of AI in higher education, from curriculum integration and faculty development to ethical considerations and workforce preparation. From the halls of an Ivy League institution in the United States to a pioneering university in Kazakhstan, from Spain to India, and beyond - each perspective adds a unique dimension to our understanding of this transformative moment in education. As part of WISE's latest research initiative, these institutions are collaborating to produce one of the most comprehensive global studies on AI in higher education. The findings, set to be presented at the WISE 12 Summit in Fall 2025, promise to provide actionable insights for education leaders worldwide. Join us for this enlightening discussion that bridges cultural contexts and institutional approaches to one of education's most pressing challenges: adapting higher education for the age of artificial intelligence. Learn more about the WISE & IIE Global Research Consortium: https://www.wise-qatar.org/wise-works/wise-research/ Nazarbayev University: https://nu.edu.kz/ Universidad de los Andes: https://www.uniandes.edu.co/ BITS Pilani: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/ Ashesi University: https://ashesi.edu.gh/ Universidad Camilo José Cela: https://www.ucjc.edu/ University of Pennsylvania: https://www.upenn.edu/ Subscribe to WISE On Air: pod.link/wiseonair Thank you to our participating guest speakers: - Natalia Lara - Universidad Camilo José Cela, Spain - Joseph Kwame Adjei - Ashesi University, Ghana - Jagat Sesh Challa - BITS Pilani, India - Elaine Sharplin - Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan - Peter Eckel - University of Pennsylvania, United States - Mirka Martel - International Institute of Education 00:00 Introduction to the WISE and IIE Global Research Consortium 00:36 Overview of the Research Initiative 01:44 Exploring AI Integration in Higher Education 02:35 Institutional Approaches to AI 04:34 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption 05:37 Global Perspectives on AI in Education 23:15 Ethical Considerations and Risks of AI 30:41 Focus Areas of the Research Consortium 42:51 Conclusion and Future Outlook ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf105: From Space to Schools - How Does XPRIZE Reimagine Learning? - Alexander Nicholas
In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore the intersection of innovation and education with Alexander Nicholas, Executive Vice President of Learning & Society at XPRIZE. Drawing from his experience leading …
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In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore the intersection of innovation and education with Alexander Nicholas, Executive Vice President of Learning & Society at XPRIZE. Drawing from his experience leading educational initiatives at the Gates Foundation and now at XPRIZE, Alexander shares insights on how prize competitions can catalyze transformative solutions in education. Alexander discusses XPRIZE's unique approach to tackling global challenges, from their first space competition to their current work across seven domains including education. He explains how their "brain trust" methodology brings together diverse experts to frame problems and design prizes that drive real impact. Through examples like their global learning prize that reached millions of students in Tanzania, we explore how prize competitions can validate educational technology and create new standards for efficacy. The conversation delves into Alexander's vision of democratized education, where high-quality learning becomes "demonetized, delocalized and moving into the fabric of society." He shares thoughtful perspectives on how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies might help realize this vision, while emphasizing the importance of keeping solutions globally relevant and contextual. Join us as we examine how prize competitions could help transform education systems and create more equitable access to learning opportunities worldwide. Learn more about XPRIZE: https://www.xprize.org ------ If you enjoyed this episode, would you consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really helps out the show and we would greatly appreciate it. Website: wise-qatar.org Twitter: twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Instagram: @wiseqatar Facebook: facebook.com/wiseqatar/ Linkedin: bit.ly/2JKThYf104: Excluded to Empowered: Should Students Design Their Own Learning? - Zoya Kalinsky
At age eight, Zoya Kalinsky was instructed to leave the classroom by her math’s teacher who told her she can only come back when she "stops twitching." - a condition outside of her control. Today, that same …
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At age eight, Zoya Kalinsky was instructed to leave the classroom by her math’s teacher who told her she can only come back when she "stops twitching." - a condition outside of her control. Today, that same girl stands confidently in the United Nations Economic and Social Council chamber, addressing global leaders about her experience, the need to solve the bullying issue once and for all, and how we can transform our education systems to achieve that. In this episode, we meet Zoya at thirteen, fresh from speaking at the UN's Summit of the Future and launching ambitious initiatives as Skyway's youth ambassador. The Learning Economy established the Skyway initiative to address the growing need for a modernized approach to learning, as many existing systems struggle to keep up with the demands of an evolving, interconnected global society. Zoya is one of many students pioneering this novel learning model of change. But Zoya isn't just talking about change – she's living it. Between addressing world leaders and developing youth councils, she composes piano pieces about resilience, creates artwork that challenges bullying, and advocates for young voices in rooms where decisions about their future are made - often without their consent. In this episode WISE Director Elyas Felfoul sits down with Zoya to explore how she’s experiencing a whole new way of learning with new technologies that could help create a system where no child feels left behind. Together, they unpack what it really means to transform education in an AI-powered world, and why having young people at the decision-making table isn't just important – it's essential. Subscribe to WISE On Air: https://pod.link/wiseonair Learn more about Zoya: 1. Instagram @zoyakalinsky 2. Website www.zoyakalinsky.com 3. UN anti-bullying speech Nov 2023 https://youtu.be/y_zbZH4fZaU?si=dcGWNS5P-ESh980S 4. Closing remarks and speech for AGIP Youth Power Summit Sept 2024 https://youtu.be/LZOp2X5_1O8?si=UkgnVmLv83LMOysQ 5. Blue Gallery NYC piano performance 2024 https://youtu.be/JoKVmlEWyGw?si=Iv9giXtNx5rn7Z1q 6. Skyway fundraising dinner NYC 2024 https://youtu.be/WPeX83dCdMA?si=zFkFLWND3YL-l_3m 7. iLead Hybrid School press release https://ileadschools.org/ilead-hybrid-7th-grader-zoya-kalinsky-addresses-united-nations/ 00:00 Introduction to Skyway and Its Mission 00:45 Meet Zoya Kalinsky: A Journey from Bullying to Advocacy 03:30 Zoya's Homeschooling Experience and Advocacy 09:44 The Role of AI and Technology in Education 16:14 Zoya's Involvement with International Organizations 17:40 The Importance of Youth in Decision-Making 21:13 Traveling and Learning: A Homeschooling Perspective 24:38 Art and Music: Tools for Advocacy 29:05 Future Plans and Upcoming Events103: Is Boredom, not Tech, the Real Enemy of Teen Learning? - Rebecca Winthrop
Purchase The Disengaged Teen at https://rebeccawinthrop.com --- In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into a critical conversation about teen disengagement with Rebecca Winthrop, co-author of the newly …
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Purchase The Disengaged Teen at https://rebeccawinthrop.com --- In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into a critical conversation about teen disengagement with Rebecca Winthrop, co-author of the newly released book "The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better." Rebecca, who serves as a senior fellow and director of the Center for Universal Education at Brookings, brings fresh insights from her groundbreaking research, which reveals a startling disconnect: while parents think 60% of kids love school, the reality is that by 12th grade, only 25% actually do. Her book, which launched with conversations featuring Gayle King and Drew Barrymore on Oprah Daily, offers a powerful framework for understanding how teens engage with learning and what we can do to help them thrive. Through extensive research involving hundreds of interviews with students, parents, and educators, Rebecca and her co-author Jenny Anderson identify four distinct modes of engagement that shape how teens approach learning. More importantly, they provide practical strategies for parents and educators to help teens develop what they call "explorer muscles" - the skills needed to navigate an increasingly complex world. The timing couldn't be more crucial. With rapid technological changes and evolving workplace demands, helping teens become engaged learners isn't just about academic success - it's about preparing them for a future where adaptability and self-directed learning are essential skills. To learn more about Rebecca's work and upcoming book events in New York, DC, and LA, visit rebeccawinthrop.com. Subscribe to WISE On Air on your preferred podcast app: https://pod.link/wiseonair 00:00 The Need for Explorer Skills in the Modern World 00:43 Introduction 02:05 Rebecca Winthrop's Personal Motivation and Book Overview 04:09 Defining and Understanding Student Engagement 10:13 The Four Modes of Engagement 14:46 Examples of Successful Explorer Mode Schools 23:01 Pathways to Achieving Explorer Mode 28:04 Balancing Different Modes of Engagement 30:24 Balancing Achievement and Mental Health 30:51 The Need for Explorer Skills in the Modern World 32:35 Teachers' Role in Fostering Engagement 33:33 Practical Strategies for Teachers 36:14 Professional Development for Teachers 38:42 System-Level Changes in Education 42:36 Parents' Role in Supporting Engagement 47:47 Encouraging Autonomy and Agency in Kids 53:04 Rethinking Success and College Admissions 01:00:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts For more information about WISE: http://www.wise-qatar.org Follow WISE on Twitter: http://twitter.com/WISE_Tweets Like WISE on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/wiseqatar Follow WISE on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/wiseqatar
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