In her conversation with Tyrone Staben, Bianca Raby, CEO of Oppida, explores the potential benefits of self-taught education, learning outside of university without pursuing a degree.
Tyrone’s story of pursuing digital marketing on his own terms through online resources demonstrates the power of intrinsic motivation and passion in driving successful self-taught learning. While he acknowledges the value of curated courses for their organisation and accessibility, Tyrone emphasises the importance of exploring different perspectives and diverse experiences to expand knowledge.
Through their discussion of the pros and cons of university degrees and self-taught education, micro-credentials, and short courses, Bianca and Tyrone raise questions about the role of educators in curating learning experiences and the potential for self-taught education to provide a viable alternative to formal education.
The interview underscores the transformative power of self-taught education in enabling individuals to pursue their interests and acquire the necessary skills to achieve their goals.
Watch the full interview here: