Vivid Voices – Episode 3 – Building the Future: Adapting Curriculums to Future Job Markets with Maya Thiagarajan

In the latest episode of Vivid Voices, Antara Pandit engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Maya Thiagarajan, Founder and Education Director of Tree Learning, on the topic “Building the Future: Adapting Curriculums to Future Job Markets.” The episode delves into how the education system must evolve to equip students for the dynamic job markets of the future.

Maya Thiagarajan offers her bold insights on the essential shifts required in curricula to address the changing demands of the global workforce. She emphasizes the importance of fostering critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability in students, skills that are increasingly crucial in a world driven by rapid technological advancements. The discussion also touches on the integration of interdisciplinary learning, digital literacy, and the need to prepare students not only for existing jobs but for roles that are yet to emerge.

This insightful episode highlights the transformative potential of education in shaping the future of work, urging educators and policymakers to rethink traditional teaching methods and prepare students for an unpredictable yet exciting future.