#45 - “Teachers should have very clear why they choose this profession”

Listen to this episode from SKILLS FACTORY on Spotify. In the 45th episode, Khalid El-Metaal, rector of the United World College of the Adriatic and educator with decades of experience, shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities in today’s education system. We discuss the the complexities of social media and screen time, and the role of digital tools in students' lives: is banning or restricting access the solution? We also dive with Khalid into what skills will be most important for future generations to thrive, thinking about the value of traditional skills like memorisation, language learning, and last but not least, the empathy.  Finally, we tackle the crucial topic of student motivation. With the world facing so many challenges—global conflicts, a changing job market, and constant shifts in technology—keeping students engaged can feel daunting. Khalid shares practical strategies for teachers, like fostering student autonomy and emphasizing the growth mindset, which can help to many educators out there!  Host: Maria Lvova Zolotarevskaya