Description
From birth, Gen Z has had a unique relationship with a powerful force of modern technology. Unlike Millennials who witnessed the introduction and rise of social media, tablets, smartphones and the mobility, that allows them to access it all in an instant, Gen Z was born into it. They are true digital natives, the first to grow up online, connected to vast amounts of timely, global information and instantly socially connected to friends, businesses, other organizations and even celebrities. They have never known a world where they couldn’t instantly connect and look up the answer to any question that crossed their mind. There is no need to ask anyone or to hide from the unknown. They can figure it out for themselves in their preferred domain: online.
Technology seemed to transcend in all parts of their lives – including learning. However the relationship with technology and learning was accentuated due to the pandemic. It changed the face of how we saw and experienced learning.
The pandemic however posed an unexpected litmus test for many of us including Gen Z’s
In this episode – learning and technopreneur expert Steve Mahaleyexplores myths, opportunities and realities ofcreating learning experiences with new technologies (especially for Gen Z’s) He explains some of the next generation learning tools – but cautions companies, managers and bosses – while technology itself will continue to change – Gen Z’s own expectation of technology and learning is very contextual. It is not about bringing the “shiny object” but meeting them where they are.
Learn more about this delicate balance of tech and learning with Gen Z’s in this exciting episode
Guest : Steve Mahaley is an experienced investigator and innovator at the intersection of new technologies, learning science, and immersive education design. He has worked for years as an innovator and facilitator for learning experiences, and most recently co-founded Red Fern, a VR production company centered around improving human understanding. At the highest level, his purpose is to work at the intersection of technology and education design to develop effective, engaging experiences that change people’s lives for the better.
