EDUCATION PHILOSOPHY
As a global education leader with experience across four continents and 112 countries, my philosophy is anchored in a core belief:
"Schools shouldn't be launching pads to the real world—they should BE the real world."
Education must immerse students in real-world challenges from day one, fostering the life skills and values they need to shape the future, not just fit into it.
DYNAMIC LEARNING
I take a bold and adaptable approach, championing Project-Based Learning (PBL) as the driver of student-led exploration. I always ask my students what are they curious about and what do they want to learn?I champion Project-Based Learning (PBL) as the driver of student-led exploration. I’ve led over 1,500 projects across 26 cities, proving that students can fail, adapt, and thrive—turning failure into a launchpad for innovation.
"Schools MUST create fail-safe environments where failure is embraced as a powerful learning tool."
WHY PBL?
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Tackles real-world problems.
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Encourages innovation through 'failure'.
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Empowers students to take charge of their learning journey.
DECOLONIZING EDUCATION AND EMBRACING GLOCLALISATION
Education must reflect global realities while honoring local wisdom. I call this glocalisation. Schools need to open students’ eyes to global perspectives while keeping them grounded in their communities.
"Inclusive, culturally responsive environments unlock the potential of every learner."
BUILDING CULTURE OF CHANGE AND GROWTH
Building a strong learning culture means embracing change. I mentor educators to become facilitators of inquiry, shifting from lecture-based teaching to active, student-centered learning. It's going to be uncomfortable, but
"Educators must learn to sit in the passenger seat and let students drive."
My work with the Great Barrier Reef Marine Authority shows how place-based learning bridges local ecosystems with global challenges, making education more relevant and transformative. I also guide families through 'deschooling' outdated paradigms into a growth mindset, where challenges are seen as opportunities for learning.
TECHNOLOGY: A CO-PILOT, NOT A REPLACEMENT
Technology should enhance education, not hinder it. Too often, tech tools are added to appear innovative but end up diluting learning.
"Technology must be a co-pilot, used creatively to amplify learning, not replace human thinking."
At THINK Learning Studio, we thoughtfully integrate technology to support critical thinking, collaboration, and deeper learning, ensuring it serves the educational journey rather than dominating it.
AUTHENTIC ASSESSMENT FOR REAL-WORLD PERFORMANCE
Authentic assessment is central to my philosophy. Traditional grades don’t capture the complexity of real-world performance. I advocate for assessments that promote self-reflection, resilience, and continuous improvement, aligning with the iterative nature of real-life challenges.
MY MISSION: SHAPING THE FUTURE
My mission is simple: to create future-focused learning environments where innovation is the norm, and students are empowered to lead in an ever-changing world. I collaborate with schools ready to challenge conventions, foster resilience, and empower learners to not just meet the future, but shape it.