Jessica Daicos
simia: reinvent the virtual classroom
Schools around the world have switched to online platforms, but none of these platforms were designed for use in schools. The result is a clunky mode of delivery that makes it difficult to develop that classroom connection. For teachers, building that understanding of students and their progress is even more difficult. Many students feel isolated. […]
M-Shule: Kenya’s ‘mobile school’
I’ve been hearing more and more about Kenya being a hub for tech startups. So, I was curious to use this analysis as an opportunity to investigate Kenya’s EdTech scene. I landed on M-Shule. I was impressed that they found a simple, digital learning solution that sought to include the most disadvantaged students: Adaptive learning […]
Debbie Sterling – Founder & CEO of GoldieBlox
GoldieBlox: Using narrative to engage girls in STEM Founded in 2012, GoldieBlox is an award-winning multimedia company that aims to empower girls with skills in engineering. GoldieBlox’s unique approach combines construction toys with a set of interactive books, apps and videos. It also features the world’s first female engineering character, Goldie, a curious young girl […]
Cindy Mi, Founder & CEO of VIPKID
Originally posted by Vincent Dong on May 27, 2019 Please allow me to introduce Cindy Mi, the founder and CEO of VIPKID. VIPKID is one of the largest online English tutoring companies in China, which is valued at more than $3.5 billion. It matches over 60,000 teachers in the US and Canada with over 500,000 Chinese students […]
To new beginnings
I begin my MET program with this introduction to you all. Hi, I’m Jessica. Most recently, I am an educator. I have been teaching Grades 7-12 Science, Biology, Mathematics, Careers, Health, and Outdoor Ed. Primarily Science, but I tend to fall into the “master generalist” category. I am Canadian but have only recently returned to […]