This Podcast analyses a proposed new educational paradigm called "SkillArcs," replacing traditional subject-based learning with a flexible, skill-centric approach. The author, Greg Twemlow, argues that traditional education is outdated and fails to prepare students for the digital age. SkillArcs are interconnected learning pathways that focus on specific skill sets and competencies, allowing students to personalize their learning journey and prepare for the demands of the modern workforce. The article outlines the key aspects of SkillArcs, including interdisciplinary integration, adaptability, personalized learning pathways, and real-world application. It also emphasizes the importance of continuous feedback, skill certification, and community involvement in fostering student success. Read the article.
About the Author - Greg Twemlow writes and teaches at the intersection of technology, education, and human judgment. He works with educators and businesses to make AI explainable and assessable in classrooms and boardrooms — to ensure AI users show their process and own their decisions. His cognition protocol, the Context & Critique Rule™, is built on a three-step process: Evidence → Cognition → Discernment — a bridge from what’s scattered to what’s chosen. Context & Critique → Accountable AI™. © 2025 Greg Twemlow. “Context & Critique → Accountable AI” and “Context & Critique Rule” are unregistered trademarks (™).