In this podcast episode, Alli and Peter engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the teaching of curiosity and whether it can be nurtured within the educational system. They reveal their spontaneous approach to generating episode ideas and touch on the transformation from innate curiosity to a grade-oriented education system.
The conversation centers on the difficulties of promoting curiosity, particularly in high school, where students may feel compelled to conform and suppress their inquisitiveness. Alli and Peter emphasize that cultivating curiosity is a long-term endeavor, suggesting strategies like encouraging questions, fostering a growth mindset, and creating an environment conducive to curiosity.
The episode highlights the belief that curiosity can be developed rather than being an inherent trait, with factors such as technology distractions and societal pressures impacting students' curiosity. Educators are encouraged to prioritize the cultivation of curiosity as an essential educational goal.
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Peter Hostrawser
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Website: https://www.peterhostrawser.com
Alli Privitt
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