World Bank EduTech Podcast

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World Bank EduTech Podcast

Conversations from the World Bank Education Technology team.

  1. Gaming for Learning: How Minecraft Education is Shaping Future Skills

    MAR 13

    Gaming for Learning: How Minecraft Education is Shaping Future Skills

    In today’s episode, World Bank’s Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education, Bob Hawkins, talks with Laylah Bulman, Senior Program Manager at Minecraft Education, about how games are transforming learning. They explore how game mechanics boost engagement, AI’s role in education, and the 21st-century skills students need. Laylah shares insights from her work in Ghana with UNICEF’s Learning Passport and how Minecraft’s Hour of Code fosters computational thinking. They also discuss Lessons in Good Trouble, a game bringing social justice movements to life, and the challenges of integrating game-based learning into classrooms. Plus, what happens when students outsmart their teachers in Minecraft—and why that’s actually a good thing. Learn more: About Minecraft Education: https://education.minecraft.net/en-usYour Future Academy - Ghana and Ukraine- UNICEF Learning Passport and Minecraft Education: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/blog/your-future-academyAI Foundations: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/discover/aiAI Adventurers: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg9lToc61ftq--rdpIxWg8SCXgBg7jb1aHour of Code: https://education.minecraft.net/en-us/resources/hour-code-2024Reimagining Human Connections: World Bank EdTech Strategy: Five PrinciplesDigital Transformation: World Bank: Digital Skills & Employability  A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    36 min
  2. Digital Skills for Employability: How Do We Get It Right?

    FEB 13

    Digital Skills for Employability: How Do We Get It Right?

    In today’s episode, World Bank's Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education, Bob Hawkins, hosts a fascinating conversation on the intersection of technology, skills, and employability. World Bank’s Guillermo Tovar explores Ethiopia’s Education and Skills for Employability (EASE) project and its innovative use of results-based financing to train and place youth in employment. Rita Fennelly Atkinson, from Digital Promise, shares insights on leveraging micro-credentials and digital badging to recognize skills and enhance employability. Along the way, we tackle key questions like how to measure digital skills, the role of lifelong learning, and—on a lighter note—whether we need an official "results-based financing expert" badge. Links to learn more: Ethiopia’s EASE Project: A Skills RevolutionUnderstanding Micro-Credentials: A GuideResults-Based Financing: Learning from What WorksLearn more about Digital Promise A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    34 min
  3. Scaling AI Implementation: Lessons from Nigeria

    JAN 23

    Scaling AI Implementation: Lessons from Nigeria

    In today's episode, World Bank Senior Economist Juan Baron discusses with Haani Mazari, from the EdTech Hub, and World Bank Education Specialist Martin De Simone, the practical implementation of artificial intelligence in education. The conversation highlights the promising results of a pilot program in Nigeria and explores strategies for scaling AI tools in developing contexts. Key themes include AI as a tutor versus a shortcut, addressing teacher skepticism, and leveraging technology for sustainable education improvements. Along the way, we tackle real-world challenges like connectivity issues, the equity gap, and yes—even an enthusiastic dog making a guest appearance! Links: From chalkboards to chatbots: Transforming learning in Nigeria, one prompt at a time From chalkboards to chatbots in Nigeria: 7 lessons to pioneer generative AI for education Tipping the scales: AI's dual impact on developing nations AI revolution in education: what you need to know Learn more about the EdTech Hub The EdTech Hub's AI Observatory A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    32 min
  4. Open Source in Education: Driving Change, Scaling Impact

    JAN 9

    Open Source in Education: Driving Change, Scaling Impact

    In this episode of the World Bank EdTech Podcast, we explore how open-source software can expand education access and improve quality. Bob Hawkins moderates a discussion with Bernd Roggendorf (EIDU), Lea Simpson (EdTech Hub), and Barnabas Sang (Ministry of Education, Kenya).They examine the challenges and opportunities of scaling EdTech, the transformative potential of open-source tools, and strategies for impactful implementation. Key themes include sustainable AI, resilient systems, and data-informed policy approaches. Relevant links: Open Source: Why It Matters for EdTech in Low-Income Countries From Chalkboards to Chatbots: Leveraging AI in Education Advancing Digital Skills in Africa: Lessons from Kenya EdTech Hub: Insights on Scaling Education Technology EIDU’s Open-Source Journey A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    31 min
  5.  ¿Cómo puede la IA potenciar a los docentes y transformar la educación en América Latina y el Caribe? 

    12/19/2024

     ¿Cómo puede la IA potenciar a los docentes y transformar la educación en América Latina y el Caribe? 

    En este episodio especial, en español, Jaime Saavedra, director de Desarrollo Humano para América Latina y el Caribe del Banco Mundial, y Eugenio Severin, experto en innovación educativa y ex asesor del Ministerio de Educación de Chile, reflexionan sobre el potencial de la Inteligencia Artificial para apoyar a los docentes en la región.   Durante la conversación, exploramos las grandes brechas educativas de América Latina y el Caribe y compartimos cómo herramientas innovadoras pueden facilitar la planificación de clases, mejorar la experiencia de aprendizaje y fortalecer el rol de los maestros en las aulas. Además, analizamos los retos para implementar estas soluciones digitales a gran escala y cómo la IA puede convertirse en una aliada clave para construir sistemas educativos más equitativos y efectivos. Enlaces recomendados: 👉 Descubre nuestro reporte regional sobre las oportunidades que ofrece la Inteligencia Artificial para la educación: Revolución de la inteligencia artificial en la educación, lo que hay que saber 👉 Explora más sobre el uso de Inteligencia Artificial para abordar la crisis de aprendizaje en el siguiente artículo: Educar para el presente y el futuro: utilizar la inteligencia artificial para afrontar la crisis de aprendizajes 👉Conoce UmmIA, una innovadora plataforma diseñada para apoyar a los docentes en América Latina y el Caribe: https://ummia.cl/ Un podcast producido y editado por Lucía Blasco.

    27 min
  6. We’re Back! The World Bank EdTech Team’s Reflections on 2024 and Insights into 2025 (Part II)

    12/05/2024

    We’re Back! The World Bank EdTech Team’s Reflections on 2024 and Insights into 2025 (Part II)

    In today’s episode, the World Bank EdTech team looks ahead to 2025, exploring key trends for the future. Bob Hawkins, Alex Twinomugisha, Ekua Bentil, and Cristobal Cobo discuss AI’s evolving role in education, the focus on digital skills, and the push for resilient, adaptable systems. They also address the importance of sustainable AI and responsive policies. Links: From Chalkboards to Chatbots in Nigeria: 7 Lessons to Pioneer Generative AI for Education: ⁠https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/From-chalkboards-to-chatbots-in-Nigeria⁠ 100 Student Voices on AI and Education: ⁠https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/100-student-voices-on-ai-and-education⁠ Education and Technology Overview: ⁠https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/edutech⁠ How to Use ChatGPT to Support Teachers: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly ⁠https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/how-use-chatgpt-support-teachers-good-bad-and-ugly⁠ New Tertiary Education and Skills Program Prepares Youth and Adults for the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning ⁠https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/new-tertiary-education-and-skills-program-prepares-youth-and-adults-future-work-and⁠ A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    27 min
  7. We’re Back! The World Bank EdTech Team’s Reflections on 2024 and Insights into 2025 (Part I)

    11/22/2024

    We’re Back! The World Bank EdTech Team’s Reflections on 2024 and Insights into 2025 (Part I)

    Welcome back to our podcast! In today’s episode, the World Bank EdTech team reflects on the top EdTech trends of 2024. Bob Hawkins, Alex Twinomugisha, Ekua Bentil, and Cristobal Cobo discuss the growth in investment, the impact of generative AI, and the need for better digital infrastructure. They share insights on how these changes are reshaping teachers’ roles and advancing personalized learning. Links: From Chalkboards to Chatbots in Nigeria: 7 Lessons to Pioneer Generative AI for Education: https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/From-chalkboards-to-chatbots-in-Nigeria 100 Student Voices on AI and Education: https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/100-student-voices-on-ai-and-education Education and Technology Overview: https://www.worldbank.org/en/topic/edutech How to Use ChatGPT to Support Teachers: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/how-use-chatgpt-support-teachers-good-bad-and-ugly New Tertiary Education and Skills Program Prepares Youth and Adults for the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/education/new-tertiary-education-and-skills-program-prepares-youth-and-adults-future-work-and A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    31 min
  8. How to Empower Students and Teachers through AI Literacy

    06/27/2024

    How to Empower Students and Teachers through AI Literacy

    In today's episode, we explore the concept of AI literacy to understand what it means and how it can help students and teachers in navigating the disruptions that AI will likely pose to education systems. Maria Barron, Education Technology Specialist at the World Bank, speaks with Pati Ruiz, Senior Director of EdTech at Digital Promise, and Jennifer Rubin, Principal Investigator of the Digital Technologies and Education Lab at foundry10. foundry 10: Digital Technologies and Education Lab: https://www.foundry10.org/digital-technologies-and-education-lab Thoughtful and Ethical Approaches to Using AI in Schools: https://www.foundry10.org/stories/thoughtful-and-ethical-approaches-to-using-ai-in-schools Student Perceptions of AI: Use, Trust, and Literacy: https://www.foundry10.org/stories/student-perceptions-of-ai-use-trust-and-literacy Student Perceptions of AI: Ethics and Policy at School: https://www.foundry10.org/stories/student-perceptions-of-ai-ethics-and-policy-at-school Student Perceptions of AI: Recommendations for Schools and Teachers: https://www.foundry10.org/stories/student-perceptions-of-ai-recommendations-for-schools-and-teachers Navigating Ethical AI: A Professional Development Resource for K-12 Educators: https://www.foundry10.org/stories/navigating-ethical-ai-a-professional-development-resource-for-k-12-educators Digital Promises: Artificial Intelligence in Education: https://digitalpromise.org/initiative/artificial-intelligence-in-education/ AI Literacy: A Framework to Understand, Evaluate, and Use Emerging Technology - Full Report: https://digitalpromise.dspacedirect.org/items/6d15adcd-5a84-47fa-b6d0-1310154eee02 AI Literacy Framework - Executive Summary: https://digitalpromise.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/24cLSR0009-Exec-Summary-AI-Literacy-Framework-Paper_FINAL.pdf AI Literacy Practices: https://digitalpromise.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/24cLSR0009-Infographic-AI-Literacy-Framework-Paper_FINAL.pdf Strategies to Promote AI Literacy in K-12: https://digitalpromise.org/initiative/artificial-intelligence-in-education/ai-literacy/strategies-to-promote-ai-literacy-in-k-12/ AI and Digital Equity: https://digitalpromise.org/initiative/artificial-intelligence-in-education/ai-and-digital-equity/ A podcast produced by Lucía Blasco.

    28 min
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    Conversations from the World Bank Education Technology team.

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      World Bank EduTech
    • Years Active
      2020 - 2025
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