Astro Teller on the future of education and moonshots

I am certain that the education system of the future does not involve rote learning or standardized testing. Like Astro Teller, I'm concerned about the way our children learn today.

Astro Teller on the future of education and moonshots
With four [children] of his own, Teller declares a self-interest in how to future-proof the next generation.
“What they need to know is not a specific skill. It’s how to learn, it’s how to think. There is no skill that we could teach them that I have any confidence will be relevant by the time they’re professionals, except the ability to think critically and the desire to be a lifelong learner.”
And does our education system teach those skills?
“Nope,” he shoots back. “I’m sorry, I wish I could say something more positive.”

Astro Teller, Google X and why moonshots matter

I am certain that the education system of the future does not involve rote learning or standardized testing. Without doubt, it will be a lifelong endeavor.

Here's a fun excerpt from Michael Moore's film Where to Invade Next.