Most in education recognize the importance of preparing students not just for today’s jobs, but to be the creators of entirely new fields. In this episode, we’re diving into the world of education innovation with the incredible Laura McBain. Laura is the Managing Director and Co-Director of the K12 Lab at the Hasso Plattner Institute of Design at Stanford, and she’s had a fascinating journey through education, design, and innovation.Laura never set out to be an educator, but through a series of pivots and leaps of faith, she found herself shaping the future of learning. In our conversation, she shares how being a divergent thinker and resisting norms can lead to real innovation in education.00:00 Introduction 01:00 Introducing Laura McBean02:09 Laura's Journey into Education05:15 The Role of Design in Education07:16 Embracing Ambiguity and Innovation15:42 The Future of Education and Predictability21:52 The Importance of Deeper Learning26:17 Advice for Lifelong Learners29:05 Closing Remarks and Contact InformationFollow Eddie Blass and Laura McBain:Connect with Eddie:Website: https://inventorium.com.au/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddie-blassConnect with Laura:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-mcbain-056b026/

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