“Average improvement” can hide real learning gaps.
In Kenya, 1 in 5 learners never mastered basic subtraction — yet they disappeared in the success narrative.
If we only track group averages, we risk leaving children behind.
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Our next Beyond Buzzwords episode, we discuss what responsible use of AI looks like on the ground & how schools & systems can protect learners.
From Olivia Basrin (Google for Education, Indonesia and Malaysia) & Daniel Plaut (EdTech Hub’s AI Observatory and Action Lab)
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Bangladesh’s nationwide online teacher training revealed truths about teacher experience:
➡️Teachers liked the course — clear, useful, relevant
➡️They want more demo lessons
➡️They value face‑to‑face learning
➡️Simpler language = better access
Explore insights: docs.edtechhub.org/lib/CFZ9EIMV
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Resilient education systems aren’t built during crises.
They’re built before—through digital preparedness, policy continuity, and trust.
Ukraine’s EdTech response offers lessons far beyond one context.
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In a conversation with Bangladesh policymakers, we learned how the country is building a comprehensive team to enhance national digital platforms.
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🔗 Explore early insights from the AI Challenge: edtechhub.org/2025/12/05/e...
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Can one role fix teacher professional development? Or do systems need leadership teams?
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Insights from EdTech Hub’s Ministries of Education AI Challenge show real promise:
— Early detection of student dropouts
— Early warning systems for school infrastructure
— AI-generated reports feeding directly into policy decisions
— Ministries learning from each other, not just from experts
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AI. Conflict. Uncertainty.
We’re launching four new research studies on how education systems can prepare—and act—in the face of disruption.
From foresight to practical evidence, explore where we’re going next to support decision-makers.
🔗 edtechhub.org/2025/12/10/t...
📘EdTech for Learners with Hearing and Visual Disabilities: docs.edtechhub.org/lib/M6A4ZHJ3
📘EdTech for Learners with Cognitive and Learning Disabilities: docs.edtechhub.org/lib/HD58IXI3
Explore the evidence:
📘 OUT-OF-SCHOOL CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN SOUTHEAST ASIA: A Rapid Scoping Study: elibrary.seameo.org/viewdetail/c...
📘EdTech for Marginalised Learners in Southeast Asia: docs.edtechhub.org/lib/SB7G3I83
📘Cross-Cutting Themes report: docs.edtechhub.org/lib/MJBBX3WS
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On #IDPD2025, the evidence is clear:
Learners with disabilities are still among the most likely to be out of school in SE Asia.
If digital learning strategies don’t centre inclusion, OOSCY will continue to grow.
Accessible tools, supported teachers, and system integration are key.
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🎬 A new conversation series from EdTech Hub under the ASEAN-UK SAGE programme.
Our BIG question:
How do we fund innovation in a world where education budgets are tightening?
🎙️ Rose Sagun, Asian Development Bank,
🎙️ Sandeep Aneja, Kaizenvest
Dropping on 4.12.25!
#Collaboration #ASEANUKSAGE
What does meaningful, evidence-driven EdTech look like today?
This month we spotlight:
1️⃣ How to build sustainable partnerships
2️⃣ Why gender gaps persist in teacher development
3️⃣ Lessons from Sierra Leone's teacher deployment
4️⃣4 essentials for AI in assessment
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When teachers grow, learners thrive.
Discover how Tanzania is taking steps toward equitable teacher development.
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But there’s hope. Schools are finding ways to:
1️⃣Mentor women into leadership
2️⃣Train peers in gender-responsive facilitation
3️⃣Boost digital confidence
4️⃣Share school roles more equitably
Our 2-year Empowering Teachers Initiative found that many female teachers juggle family duties, digital barriers, and gender stereotypes, leaving them behind in professional growth.
Nearly half of Tanzania’s primary teachers are women, but too few lead or even speak in school learning sessions.
Why? A new blog explores what’s holding them back. 🧵👇
Cameroon has a strong foundation to build on in its quest to ensure every child masters the basics of reading, writing & numeracy.
Our policy brief highlights opportunities to integrate education data, invest in teacher training, and expand digital learning tools.
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Data-driven decision-making is reshaping how education systems can equitably deploy teachers across Sierra Leone.
Explore with us how a GIS-supported preference matching algorithm is helping make teacher placement fairer & more transparent.
📅 18.11.25
⏰3 pm WAT/UK
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We’re in Accra for the ADEA Triennale 2025, sharing evidence and learning on how EdTech can strengthen inclusive and resilient education systems across Africa.
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Heading to the EduIA conference in Uruguay?
Join our sessions:
➡️ EdTech Hub global report on AI, 14 Oct 2025
➡️Navigating education in the age of AI, 15 Oct 2025
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You can access the programme here: lnkd.in/dpCtguc8
Call for Research Proposals!
We’re looking to generate practical, real-time evidence on how EdTech can improve learning outcomes, build teacher capacity & strengthen education systems for the #SNE community.
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Hype or real change? Ministries of Education are testing AI to fix service delivery, from smarter data use to resource allocation.
Be part of the launch of the AI Challenge at our webinar: From challenge to upgrade
Save your spot 👉 bit.ly/3I8kqGe
Want to hear how policymakers & EdTech providers are tackling barriers for marginalised learners in SE Asia?
Join our webinar: Advancing equitable & inclusive EdTech
🗓 29 Sept | ⏰ 1pm JKT/VN | 2pm PH/MY | Online
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AI in education isn’t just about classrooms; it’s reshaping how ministries deliver services.
Join webinar: From challenge to upgrade—behind the scenes with education ministries using AI to improve delivery.
Hear from 6 countries tackling real challenges with AI.
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EdTech Hub is at #UNGA2025!
We’re diving into big questions on the future of education, financing foundational learning & equitable AI.
👥 If you’re in New York, come connect with us!
🔗 edtechhub.org/2025/09/22/y...
➡️ Teachers' role in implementing DPL technology can contribute to the effectiveness of personalisation
➡️ Supporting teachers to make contextually-appropriate decisions is critical when designing integrative approaches
Some key takeaways from this article include:
➡️ Teachers' perspectives of DPL technology ought to inform its design and how it is researched to maximise the possible positive impact of implementation 🧵⬇️
