Dr. Sugata Mitra placed a computer in a slum in India and watched as children with no prior experience taught themselves how to use it. His experiment demonstrated the power of self-directed learning through technology.
Malala Yousafzai, after surviving an assassination attempt, continues to advocate for girls’ education worldwide. Her Malala Fund invests in digital education initiatives, ensuring girls in underserved areas get access to quality learning.
Duolingo started as a small project aiming to make language learning free and accessible. Today, it’s a global platform with over 500 million users, showing how digital education can make learning engaging and affordable.
Founded by Hadi Partovi, Code.org has introduced coding to millions of students, particularly in underserved communities. Their “Hour of Code” campaign has inspired children globally to explore computer science.
A pioneering educator, Esther Wojcicki transformed traditional classrooms by integrating digital tools. Her innovative methods helped shape some of Silicon Valley’s brightest minds, proving that technology enhances student engagement.
Coursera revolutionized higher education by offering online courses from top universities. Millions of people, from remote workers to career changers, have used the platform to gain new skills and transform their careers.
Rwanda’s government partnered with One Laptop Per Child to provide digital education resources to students in rural areas. This initiative has helped bridge the digital divide and improve literacy rates across the country.
Pratham, an NGO, used low-cost tablets and digital tools to educate children in rural India. Their model has significantly improved literacy and numeracy skills, proving that technology can support education even in low-resource settings.
Singer and actress Selena Gomez partnered with WE Charity to provide digital learning resources for underprivileged students. Through her support, many children gained access to e-learning platforms, helping them stay in school.
What started as Salman Khan tutoring his cousin via online videos has grown into Khan Academy, a free education platform with millions of users worldwide. His mission to make quality education accessible proves that technology can break learning barriers.