In the history of ideas some researchers have recently coined the term psycho-utopianism, denoting the notion that the ideal society presupposes a "new man", i e, the psychological nature of man must change before society can change. Cultural studies have noted this line of thinking alsowithin the so-called New Age movement. However, the notion of a New Age is not really new, it occurred already at the beginning of the Modern Epoch; in 17th century Europe. At that time, the educational philosopher J A Comenius was writing his canonical work Didactica Magna and other texts on education, science and philosophy, with the ultimate aim of contributing to a new world order. Comenius was one of the first modern educators to argue for a general education of both boys and girls irrespective of social class. Three hundred years later, B F Skinner suggested psychological methods of education and upbringing, also with the ultimate aim to transform society. In the paper I will look closer at the similarities and differences between these two thinkers regarding their psycho-utopian notions. I will conclude with similar reflections on psycho-utopian tendencies in present discourses on ICT and education.