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The Misconception of Education and Policy Reforms
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1:08:26 - 1:14:31 (06:04)

This podcast discusses how people often misunderstand the purpose of education and therefore propose policy reforms that do not address the real issues. It also explores the tendency of big plans and projects to fail due to the lack of understanding of the world.

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The idea that education is solely about learning material is flawed, which means policies aimed at accelerating material learning may miss the point.
1:08:26 - 1:14:31 (06:04)
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Education
Summary

The idea that education is solely about learning material is flawed, which means policies aimed at accelerating material learning may miss the point. Big plans and projects often fail because we understand the world far less than we think.

Chapter
The Misconception of Education and Policy Reforms
Episode
#038 - Robin Hanson - The Hidden Motives in Everyday Life
Podcast
Modern Wisdom