1 billion+ young people are expected to enter the workforce this decade - how can we ensure that young people are equipped and have access to as many opportunities as possible?

Meet Taha and Omar Bawa, the brothers behind Goodwall. Goodwall is an app and online platform that upskills young talent and prepares them for future career success.

While they develop skills, Goodwall support them to drive change and tackle global challenges, from the climate crisis to mental health. Some have described Goodwall as a platform that mixes LinkedIn with TikTok - making for a space that resonates with Gen Z and also enables them to learn and showcase skills to prospective employers.

Since founding Goodwall, they have helped 2 million+ young people, 60% female, in more than 150 countries navigate their learning and earning journeys.

Omar and Taha started Goodwall to inspire and encourage the next generation to achieve more and impact society positively. Stay tuned to hear WISE Director and Host of this episode Elyas Felfoul as he delves deeper into how the idea for Goodwall came about, and how skills are going to be the currency of the future of work.

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95: Skills - The Currency for the Future of Work?

How will major global forces such as demographic changes, resource stress, technology, and economic power shifts change our future? 

To answer this question WISE Director and Host of this episode Elyas Felfoul sits down with award winning media executive and entrepreneur Ana Rold. Ana is the founder of Diplomatic Courier which is a flagship network and magazine for top diplomats in the US and key capitals around the world. She founded the World in 2050 project in 2012 which has since convened over 20,000 stakeholders in various private and public sectors. Based on their findings so far we can observe 5 key mega trends that shape the trajectory towards our future. Tune in to WISE On Air to hear more. 

(This episode was recorded in September 2023 during the UNGA)
 
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Learn more about World in 2050: https://worldin2050.diplomaticourier.com

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96: World in 2050 - 5 Key Future Megatrends

Imagine a future where AI tutors personalize learning for every student, where machines grade homework and provide instant feedback, freeing up teachers to focus on higher-level instruction. This future may be closer than you think.
With such technologies continuing to advance at an unprecedented pace, it's clear that we are on the cusp of a transformative era in education. What will the trajectory for learning in schools be when this technology goes mainstream?
In this episode of WISE On Air, we delve into the heart of this revolution with Katja Sirazitdinova, Senior Deep Learning Data Scientist at NVIDIA. 
As someone working at the forefront of this technology’s development, she has unique insights and expertise into the transformations we should come to expect.
Join WISE Director and Host of this episode Elyas Felfoul in conversation with Katja to get a glimpse of what those front and center are thinking when it comes to deep learning and AI.

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98: What Will Deep Learning Powered Education Look Like? - Katja Sirazitdinova

In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into the heart of Africa's burgeoning tech scene with Yassine Laghzioui, CEO of UM6P Ventures and Director of Entrepreneurship at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University. Discover how Morocco is positioning itself as the next Silicon Valley of Africa, and learn about the ambitious vision behind UM6P, often called the 'Stanford of Africa'.

Yassine shares insights on:

The untapped potential of Morocco and Africa in innovation
How UM6P is nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs
The role of deep tech in solving global challenges
The art and science of venture capital in emerging markets

Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, an investor, or simply curious about the future of innovation in Africa, this conversation offers invaluable insights into a rapidly evolving ecosystem.
Join us as we explore how Yassine and his team are working to prove that it is indeed possible to reinvent the future of the world in Africa.

Learn more about UM6P Deep Tech Summit: https://deeptech.um6p.ma/en/
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99: Is Morocco the Next Hub for Innovation in Africa? - Yassine Laghzioui

What if Einstein, Tesla, or Edison had AI on their side? What could they have achieved in their lifetime? As artificial intelligence and extended reality technologies advance at an unprecedented pace, these aren't just hypothetical questions – they're glimpses into a future that's rapidly approaching.

In this episode of WISE On Air, host Elyas Felfoul speaks with Alvin Wang Graylin about the future of education in an AI-powered metaverse. Key points discussed include:

1. The rapid advancement of AI and XR (Extended Reality) technologies and their potential impact on society and education.
2. How AI could provide personalized, immersive learning experiences that unlock human potential at an unprecedented scale.
3. The concept of a global metaverse as a platform for education, creativity, and human interaction.
4. The importance of developing a global, collaborative approach to AI development to ensure it benefits all of humanity.
5. The potential for AI to address educational inequalities by providing high-quality education to anyone, anywhere.
6. The shift in focus from STEM skills to "soft skills" like critical thinking, ethics, and human interaction in an AI-driven world.
7. The need for policymakers to understand and prepare for the societal changes brought about by AI and the metaverse.
8. The potential for AI and the metaverse to create new economic models and change our relationship with work.
9. The importance of aligning AI development with human values and ethics.
10. The role of education in preparing future generations for a world where AI is ubiquitous.

Alvin shares both optimistic and cautionary perspectives on these technologies, emphasizing the need for thoughtful implementation and global cooperation. He argues that while these technologies present challenges, they also offer unprecedented opportunities to solve global problems and enhance human potential.

For more insights on this topic, check out Alvin Wang Graylin's book "Our Next Reality: How AI and the Metaverse Will Shape Our Future: https://ournextreality.com/

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100: Our Next Reality - An AI-Powered Metaverse? - Alvin Wang Graylin

Will AI revolutionize the way teachers work? In this episode of WISE On Air, we explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in education with Younes Mourri, founder of LiveTech.AI and AI instructor at Stanford University.

Younes shares insights from his journey from a classroom in Tangier to Silicon Valley, discussing how AI can:

-Reduce administrative burdens on teachers
-Personalize learning experiences for students
-Address educational challenges in the MENA region
-Implement AI systems at a national scale

Join WISE Director Elyas Felfoul and Younes Mourri as they delve into the future of AI-powered education and its potential to enhance both teaching and learning experiences globally.

🎓 About WISE On Air:
WISE On Air is a podcast where we seek insights from the world's leading minds on the future of education and beyond. Brought to you by WISE, the global platform for education innovators.

Learn more about Livetech: https://www.livetech.ai
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101: Will AI Lighten the Load for Teachers? - Younes Mourri

Did you know that while many industries around the world have developed and utilized sophisticated market intelligence systems to track impact, the education sector, despite its immense size and importance, has historically lacked comprehensive data and insights? And by comprehensive, we mean data that is actionable. 

This observation led Maria Spies to co-found HolonIQ in 2018, which has since become one of the world's leading providers of education impact intelligence. In an exciting recent development, HolonIQ has been acquired by QS Quacquarelli Symonds, marking a significant milestone in the consolidation of global education data and analytics.

As Co-CEO of HolonIQ, Maria has been working at the intersection of education, business, and technology for nearly three decades. 

Her journey began in the late 1990s, building online courses when distance learning was still rudimentary. Today, she leads a platform that analyzes data across education, climate, and health sectors, providing crucial insights for governments, investors, and institutions worldwide.

In this episode, WISE Director and host Elyas Felfoul explores with Maria the evolution of education technology, the five scenarios shaping the future of education, and what current market trends tell us about where the sector is heading. 

From the impact of COVID-19 on EdTech adoption to the changing dynamics of investment in the sector, Maria offers unique insights into how data and intelligence are reshaping our understanding of global education.

Learn more about HolonIQ: https://www.holoniq.com/
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00:00 Introduction to EdTech Challenges
00:44 Welcome to Wise On Air
01:11 Meet Maria Spies: Co-CEO of HolonIQ
01:56 The Evolution of Education Technology
03:05 Maria's Journey in EdTech
04:17 The Birth of HolonIQ
04:58 The Importance of Data in Education
07:09 Global Impact and Innovations
09:56 HolonIQ's Role in Education and Beyond
17:16 The Future of EdTech
29:41 Regional Rising: A New World Order
30:59 Global Giants: Dominating Education
34:10 Peer-to-Peer Learning: A Utopian Dream?
35:38 Robo Revolution: AI in Education
38:28 Healthcare vs. Education: A Technological Divide
50:40 The Role of Philanthropy in EdTech
52:40 HolonIQ's Future Vision

102: What Does HolonIQ's Data Tell Us About Tomorrow's Learning?

At age eight, Zoya Kalinsky was instructed to leave the classroom by her math’s teacher who told her she can only come back when she "stops twitching." - a condition outside of her control. Today, that same girl stands confidently in the United Nations Economic and Social Council chamber, addressing global leaders about her experience, the need to solve the bullying issue once and for all, and how we can transform our education systems to achieve that. 

In this episode, we meet Zoya at thirteen, fresh from speaking at the UN's Summit of the Future and launching ambitious initiatives as Skyway's youth ambassador. The Learning Economy established the Skyway initiative to address the growing need for a modernized approach to learning, as many existing systems struggle to keep up with the demands of an evolving, interconnected global society. Zoya is one of many students pioneering this novel learning model of change.

But Zoya isn't just talking about change – she's living it. Between addressing world leaders and developing youth councils, she composes piano pieces about resilience, creates artwork that challenges bullying, and advocates for young voices in rooms where decisions about their future are made - often without their consent. 

In this episode WISE Director Elyas Felfoul sits down with Zoya to explore how she’s experiencing a whole new way of learning with new technologies that could help create a system where no child feels left behind. Together, they unpack what it really means to transform education in an AI-powered world, and why having young people at the decision-making table isn't just important – it's essential.

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Learn more about Zoya:

1. Instagram @zoyakalinsky
2. Website www.zoyakalinsky.com 
3. UN anti-bullying speech Nov 2023 https://youtu.be/y_zbZH4fZaU?si=dcGWNS5P-ESh980S
4. Closing remarks and speech for AGIP Youth Power Summit Sept 2024  https://youtu.be/LZOp2X5_1O8?si=UkgnVmLv83LMOysQ
5. Blue Gallery NYC piano performance 2024 https://youtu.be/JoKVmlEWyGw?si=Iv9giXtNx5rn7Z1q
6. Skyway fundraising dinner NYC 2024 https://youtu.be/WPeX83dCdMA?si=zFkFLWND3YL-l_3m
7. iLead Hybrid School press release https://ileadschools.org/ilead-hybrid-7th-grader-zoya-kalinsky-addresses-united-nations/

00:00 Introduction to Skyway and Its Mission
00:45 Meet Zoya Kalinsky: A Journey from Bullying to Advocacy
03:30 Zoya's Homeschooling Experience and Advocacy
09:44 The Role of AI and Technology in Education
16:14 Zoya's Involvement with International Organizations
17:40 The Importance of Youth in Decision-Making
21:13 Traveling and Learning: A Homeschooling Perspective
24:38 Art and Music: Tools for Advocacy
29:05 Future Plans and Upcoming Events

104: Excluded to Empowered: Should Students Design Their Own Learning? - Zoya Kalinsky

In this episode of WISE On Air, we dive into an unprecedented global research initiative exploring artificial intelligence's impact on higher education. 

Through conversations with research leads from six institutions across five continents, we uncover how different regions are approaching AI integration in universities and preparing students for an AI-powered future.

Our guests share insights on various critical aspects of AI in higher education, from curriculum integration and faculty development to ethical considerations and workforce preparation. From the halls of an Ivy League institution in the United States to a pioneering university in Kazakhstan, from Spain to India, and beyond - each perspective adds a unique dimension to our understanding of this transformative moment in education.

As part of WISE's latest research initiative, these institutions are collaborating to produce one of the most comprehensive global studies on AI in higher education. The findings, set to be presented at the WISE 12 Summit in Fall 2025, promise to provide actionable insights for education leaders worldwide.

Join us for this enlightening discussion that bridges cultural contexts and institutional approaches to one of education's most pressing challenges: adapting higher education for the age of artificial intelligence.

Learn more about the WISE & IIE Global Research Consortium: https://www.wise-qatar.org/wise-works/wise-research/

Nazarbayev University: https://nu.edu.kz/
Universidad de los Andes: https://www.uniandes.edu.co/
BITS Pilani: https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/
Ashesi University: https://ashesi.edu.gh/
Universidad Camilo José Cela: https://www.ucjc.edu/
University of Pennsylvania: https://www.upenn.edu/

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Thank you to our participating guest speakers:
- Natalia Lara - Universidad Camilo José Cela, Spain
- Joseph Kwame Adjei - Ashesi University, Ghana
- Jagat Sesh Challa - BITS Pilani, India
- Elaine Sharplin - Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
- Peter Eckel - University of Pennsylvania, United States
- Mirka Martel - International Institute of Education

00:00 Introduction to the WISE and IIE Global Research Consortium
00:36 Overview of the Research Initiative
01:44 Exploring AI Integration in Higher Education
02:35 Institutional Approaches to AI
04:34 Challenges and Opportunities in AI Adoption
05:37 Global Perspectives on AI in Education
23:15 Ethical Considerations and Risks of AI
30:41 Focus Areas of the Research Consortium
42:51 Conclusion and Future Outlook

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106: AI in Higher Ed - Global Perspective & Collaborative Solutions

In this episode of WISE On Air, Host & CEO of WISE, Stavros Yiannouka delves into the transformative power of relationships in education with Isabelle Hau, author of "Love to Learn" and Executive Director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning. As educational systems worldwide continue to prioritize test scores and academic achievement, Hau presents compelling evidence that early loving relationships might be the true foundation of learning and thriving.

Isabelle shares insights on:

-How relationships physically shape brain development and learning capacity
-The growing "relational crisis" affecting children's development and what's driving it
-Where technology and AI fit within relationship-centered learning
-Practical approaches to prioritize connection in schools, homes and communities

Whether you're an educator, parent, or policymaker, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what truly matters in learning. Join us as we explore the science behind human connection and consider how "relational intelligence" might become a new metric for success in education.

Purchase Isabelle's book, 'Love to Learn': https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/isabelle-c-hau/love-to-learn/9781541703773/

Resources mentioned in the discussion:

Pretend play research (Sansanwal, 2014): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/266081256_Sansanwal_S_2014_Pretend_play_enhances_creativity_and_imagination_Journal_of_Arts_and_Humanities_31_70-83
2024 Phone usage study: https://itc.ua/en/news/study-people-checked-their-phones-an-average-of-205-times-a-day-in-2024-every-5-minutes-excluding-sleep/
Childhood neglect impact on brain development: https://www.apa.org/monitor/2014/06/neglect
Early life adversity and neural development: https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2023-04894-001?doi=1
Neural synchrony between students and teachers: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.abq4786

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109: Relational Intelligence: A New Metric for Success? - Isabelle Hau

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