What happens when we give the next generation access to powerful technology before they've developed the foundational skills to use it?
In this episode of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens talks with Ed Kim, Vice President of Education and Training at Code Ninjas, about the future of learning, AI in education, and preparing young people for the world of work.
From coding and STEM education to critical thinking, creativity, and learning through failure, Ed shares why foundational skills matter more than ever in an increasingly AI-driven world.
In this episode, we explore:
• Why coding and STEM education should be foundational learning experiences.
• The opportunities and risks of introducing AI to younger learners.
• Why critical thinking and foundational knowledge must come before AI acceleration.
• The importance of resilience, problem-solving, and learning through failure.
• How hands-on, project-based learning encourages creativity and ownership.
• What educators and organizations can do to better prepare the next generation for the future of work.
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