Keynote: Rewiring How We Learn: The Power of an Experimental Mindset | SXSW EDU 2025

Join Anne-Laure Le Cunff & Vanessa Van Edwards. In a rapidly evolving world, our educational practices—both teaching and learning—often trigger anxiety: are we studying the right things, in the right way? Based on the latest scientific research, this session explores strategies to turn uncertainty into curiosity, working with—rather than against—our brain’s natural learning mechanisms. You'll discover how to leverage neuroscience to transform the way we teach and learn, gain practical tools for developing an experimental mindset that benefits all brains, and walk away with actionable insights to enhance both your teaching practice and your own lifelong learning journey. With these insights, we can foster collective experimentation and create vibrant learning spaces where failure fuels growth, curiosity drives discovery, and every student feels empowered to approach new challenges with confidence. About SXSW EDU: The SXSW EDU Conference & Festival cultivates and empowers a community of engaged stakeholders to advance teaching and learning. SXSW EDU is a component of the South by Southwest® (SXSW®) family of conferences and festivals. Internationally recognized as the convergence gathering for creative professionals, SXSW EDU extends SXSW’s support for the art of engagement to include society’s true rock stars: educators! Connect with SXSW EDU online at: Visit the SXSW EDU website: http://sxswedu.com/ Follow SXSW EDU on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sxswedu Like SXSW EDU on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sxswedu/ SUBSCRIBE: http://www.youtube.com/subscription_c... MORE VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/user/SXSWEDU