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Podcast citizensschool Aug 22, 2024

DisruptEd 001 with Raya Bidshahri

Welcome to the first episode of DisruptEd, offering a look into the future of education, in conversations with experts discussing research and real-world applications. The podcast, produced by Citizens School, explores how breakthroughs in learning and teaching are shaping the way we prepare learners for the future.

DisruptEd is hosted by Dr. Adil Alzarooni, a serial entrepreneur, lifelong learner, and founder of Citizens School. 

In this first episode, Dr. Alzarooni sits down with Raya Bidshahri, the founder and CEO of the School of Humanity, an innovative online high school that is redefining education for the 21st century. Their discussion focuses on how reimagining education can empower the next generation, highlighting the importance of adaptability, critical thinking, and lifelong learning in shaping a brighter future for all.

Topics Covered

[00:45] Introduction of Raya Bidshahri and the School of Humanity.
[01:33] Raya’s background and journey into education.
[03:04] Inspiration from alternative schools and their impact.
[05:10] Issues with the current curriculum and teaching methods.
[07:13] The industrialisation of education and its impact on society.
[10:19] The need for continuous learning and reskilling.
[12:18] The importance of first principles thinking in education.
[15:48] The digital experience at the School of Humanity.
[17:51] The concept of ikigai and its role in education.
[22:06] Licensing and regulatory challenges for online schools.
[26:26] Acceptance of alternative school graduates in top universities.
[31:12] Preparing students for the entrepreneurial lifestyle.
[35:09] The importance of innovative education for the region.
[39:08] Raya’s personal failures and lessons learned.

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Listen or watch the episode on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favourite podcast platform. As this is a new podcast, we appreciate your feedback and ideas on who to interview next.

To connect with Dr. Adil or Raya, please follow the links below.

Connect with Dr. Adil 
LinkedIn /adilalzarooni
Instagram /dradilalzarooni
TikTok /dradilalzarooni

Connect with Raya
Raya on LinkedIn /rayabidshahri
School of Humanity sofhumanity.com
School of Humanity on Instagram /sofhumanity