“Education Innovation” introduced us to four visionaries whose work around the globe is being lauded for cutting-edge education.
Our panel featured the following accomplished educators:
Dr. Jeff Duncan-Andrade, Chair of Latinx Studies, San Francisco State University - Dr. Jeff Duncan-Andrade has taught in East Oakland for decades and has earned huge recognition as a model educator by his peers. "Education should empower students to connect with their sacred purpose and transform their lives."
Paige Morency, Director of Outreach and Communications, Basic Education Coalition - Paige directs the Basic Education Coalition (BEC), a consortium of nearly 40 globally known organizations in the education space (from Save the Children to the International Rescue Committee). "We work to ensure that all children and youth have equitable access to quality education globally."
Dr. Jelani Nelson, Chair of Computer Science Division, UC Berkeley - In addition to teaching math at Cal-Berkeley, Dr. Jelani Nelson is also committed to teaching coding skills to those in Ethiopia and Jamaica and has been awarded by the Obama administration. "We’re inspiring a generation of tech leaders."
Mohammed Rezwan, Executive Director, Shidhulai Swanirvar Sangstha (Floating Schools of Bangladesh) - an architect by trade, Mohammed developed floating classrooms to ensure that education is never washed away in his flood-prone country which has resulted in his several world prizes. "Education should create better human beings who understand selflessness and contribute to a sustainable society."
These four esteemed and highly accredited educators shared their insights on improving global education systems, addressing equity, and the role of education in affecting social change. Watch the full episode to learn from these world-renowned experts and hear their perspectives on what’s working in education today, and how we can build a better tomorrow.
Aired: October 4, 2024
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