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EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 43 MIN

Out With Obedience, In With Thinking, Reimagining The Classroom

from The UnLearners · host The Unlearners

Katy Mthetwa, CEO of Thrive Together and co-founder of Thinking Schools South Africa, is changing how we teach, by putting thinking, belonging, and wellbeing at the centre of the classroom.    In this energising and thought-provoking conversation, Katy asks:  "What if we stopped teaching kids what to think, and started showing them how to think, feel, and belong?"    From pioneering Thinking Tools that deepen learning, to training hundreds of teachers across the country, Katy unpacks how we can create safe, dynamic learning spaces that support both cognitive growth and emotional safety, for learners and educators.    Expect to explore:    Why traditional content delivery falls short in today's classrooms  How thinking-based education transforms both learning and learners  The role of belonging in unlocking potential  Why Positive Education should be embedded in every learning space    A must-listen for teachers, school leaders, parents, or anyone shaping minds and hearts.  Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.

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