Every Child Is A Rudolph | Yong Zhao | TEDxAmsterdamED

Yong Zhao believes that we all have a little bit of Rudolph in us – shiny red noses that set us apart and need to be developed. In this funny, entertaining, and poignant talk, Dr. Zhao explains the reasons teachers need to focus on developing children's strengths instead of trying to fix their deficiencies.

Dr Yong Zhao’s work focuses on the implications that globalization and technology have on education. He is convinced that teachers need to focus on developing children's strengths instead of trying to fix their deficiencies. Dr. Zhao is a world-renowned scholar, author and speaker. He has published over 100 articles and 20 books, has designed schools, founded research and development institutions to explore innovative education models, and is an elected fellow of the International Academy for Education, among his many accomplishments.

[qiyang]

This is an extraordinary speech delivered with confidence and charisma. Really love the metaphor that everyone has a bit of Rudolph/uniqueness in ourselves and education should encourage us to pursue our passion. Thank you Dr. Zhao!

[sachinandleslie]

Fascinating. I love this early exploration of the rhetorical question of 'why teach our children to fit into a future that does not yet exist?' Dr. Zhao here offers that our jobs as teachers is to follow the child and support their innate creativity. Many would have lost had Rudolph not delivered for us. Do not stifle - rise, sing, and be a part of the process.

[gigglebubble]

Ouch how the truth hurts Mr Zhao, thank you for your honest talk

[comiczilla]

It was not gripping or compelling the rhythm of it was out of place and it was easy to just stop. None of the words had the gravity to keep me or influence me. I do appreciate the good try and thank you for that.- rudolph