digEST #11: AI-driven education and EdTech growth on the global stage
Dear e-Estonia community,
This time our newsletter highlights Estonia's innovative strides in education.
Also, be?sure to listen to our podcast episode on modern classrooms - girls in tech, STEM TV show and Irish education. Featuring insights from experts Taavi Kotka , Anthony Kilcoyne , Riho V?strik and Hon. E. Jay Saunders .
As we head into the summer break, we'll be taking a short pause and look forward to returning with more exciting updates in September!
Happy reading,?
Team e-Estonia
Explore educational transformations through technology with Taavi Kotka , Estonia’s first Chief Information Officer, Anthony Kilcoyne from OIDE , and Riho V?strik , producer of the Estonian TV show Rocket 69 .?Discover how Unicorn Squad?encourages girls in Estonia to pursue tech, how digital strategies are reshaping Irish classrooms, and how Rocket 69?makes STEM appealing to youth. Plus, Hon. E. Jay Saunders discusses early challenges in government digitalisation in the Turks & Caicos Islands.
Discover how an Estonian startup transitioned from VR arcades to revolutionising education with immersive VR experiences. CEO Kristen Tamm envisioned students learning subjects like chemistry and physics through gamified VR. The pandemic accelerated this shift, positioning Futuclass and other EdTech entrepreneurs?for global success.
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VIVITA Creativity Accelerator for Children & Youth was created to empower children with the skills to innovate and create. They have grown into a global accelerator for children's creativity, fostering real-world problem-solving and entrepreneurship.
Estonia's high-performing students excel on PISA tests. To enhance education, Ministry of Education and Research of Estonia / Haridus- ja Teadusministeerium is promoting personalised learning through AI, guided by a dedicated council. By establishing principles and offering courses for teachers and administrators, Estonia aims to integrate AI effectively, fostering adaptive learning environments.
Discover why Estonia excels in global education, leading Europe with its innovative EdTech solutions used in over 50 countries. Learn how Estonian companies tackle global educational challenges with products like DreamApply and Triumf Health .?
Until next month!
Divisional Director for Digital Technologies at Oide
4 个月Thanks for the invitation to be part of this podcast. It was a pleasure to share some thoughts on our work and to hear the perspectives and initiatives of others in the wider recording.
We're excited that e-Estonia understands our (secret) obsession with all things #edtech
Founder at Xenos Impex Pvt Ltd | Co-Owner, Best Food Processor | Economic consultant , Ministry of Finance, Government of India
4 个月The newsletter beautifully encapsulates Estonia's dynamic progress in the education sector. By spotlighting startups like Futuclass and Praktikal, it underscores the innovative application of VR in reshaping educational experiences. The mention of VIVITA Creativity Accelerator highlights Estonia's commitment to nurturing creativity and problem-solving skills among the youth on a global scale. Additionally, insights from Sten Kapten on AI-driven education and the University of Tartu's research on digital integration's impact on learning outcomes provide valuable perspectives. Overall, the newsletter paints a vivid picture of how Estonia is positioning itself as a leader in EdTech, driving significant growth and influence worldwide.