Episode 92-The incredible Secret to Equipping Your Child For a Future In The Context Of World With AI

Welcome back moms and dads to this insightful episode of Sense by Meg Faure, where we look at ‘The incredible secret to equipping your child for a future in the context of world with AI’ with , Hanneke Mackie, an expert in play and development and hosted by Meg Faure. Hanneke , a mom shares her background in drama and how it led her to explore the intersection of arts and child development. The influence of her upbringing, with grandparents who were educators, on her passion for working with children. Meg introduces the topic by asking Hanneke about the best super skills to equip children for the future. Equipping your child for a future in the context of world with AI- Importance of Super Skills for the Future Hanneke identifies the ability to generate original ideas and the confidence to back those ideas as paramount. Drawing on research and personal experience, she stresses the importance of nurturing a child's imaginative and creative capacities, highlighting that these skills underpin various aspects of human development, from language to problem-solving. With an estimated 65% of current jobs becoming obsolete especially due to the evolving AI, cultivating super skills becomes imperative. These skills, she asserts, extend beyond traditional academic prowess and include qualities like confidence, imagination, and creativity. Art as a tool kit to equipping your child for a future in the context of world with AI Meg and Hanneke advocates for the arts as a valuable toolkit for child development. These "innate arts" provide a versatile platform for embodied learning, playful exploration, and the development of crucial skills. By incorporating drama, dance, and singing into a child's early experiences, parents can lay the foundation for future success in a world increasingly shaped by AI. Secret to equipping your child for a future Meg and Hanneke wrap up the conversation, highlighting the importance of embracing creativity and providing children with a diverse toolkit. Hanneke also introduces Buzz Kids, her organization focused on child development through drama, dance, and singing. Practical examples of guided play activities for parents, emphasizing simplicity and accessibility. Visit Buzz Kids website and Podcast to learn more.