Listen "161 – Tool Agnosticism in Modern Education"
Episode Synopsis
George Simmons and David Stern discuss the development of educational courses with a focus on tool agnosticism, particularly in their collaboration with the Open University of Kenya for their Msc in Mathematical Innovation course. They explore the challenges and benefits of assessing student work without being tied to specific tools, and highlight the importance of good question design in ensuring conceptual understanding. They consider the evolving nature of technology in education and the increasing role of AI, emphasising the need for students to adapt to multiple tools rather than mastering just one.
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