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X @Tesla Owners Silicon Valley
Tesla Owners Silicon Valley· 2025-07-21 07:03
Technological Advancement & Global Reach - SpaceX's Starlink Mini is transforming a rural Zambian school by providing 150Mbps internet via a 100W solar panel and battery [1] - Since 2019, SpaceX's technology has reached over 100 countries, surpassing traditional infrastructure development [1] Impact on Education & Rural Development - The ITU (2023) estimates that this initiative could potentially boost learning outcomes by 20% in rural Zambia [1] - Approximately 40% of rural Zambia lacks access to the electrical grid, highlighting the potential for off-grid solutions like Starlink [1]
X @The Economist
The Economist· 2025-07-19 14:20
Education System Overview - Britain's universities educate over 50% of the country's youth [1] - The current education system is described as "old-fangled" and lacking innovation [1] Areas for Improvement - The mass education system requires greater efficiency [1] - The system needs more innovation to adapt from its origins serving only the wealthy [1]
Minecraft teaches kids to stay safe online
Microsoft· 2025-07-18 19:57
Digital Security Awareness - The industry acknowledges the prevalence of phishing attempts via text messages, aiming to steal user credentials [1] - The industry recognizes the risk of malware encounters through spam messaging and potentially harmful websites [1] - The industry emphasizes the importance of educating children about online safety from a young age [1][3] - The industry aims to inspire students to become future cybersecurity professionals [3] Educational Technology & Minecraft - Minecraft enhances creativity and provides educational value [2] - Minecraft offers a more visual and engaging learning experience [2] - Minecraft lessons help connect abstract concepts to real-world applications [2] - Students are applying online safety lessons learned in school to real-world situations, such as identifying and deleting suspicious emails [3]
The Butterfly Effect of Teaching Inclusion | Rowan Dias | TEDxDeerfield
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-18 15:29
Disability Inclusion & Community Impact - The core issue is not the lack of awareness of the importance of inclusion, but the lack of knowledge on *how* to successfully include individuals with disabilities [2] - Hesitation due to uncertainty about interacting with individuals with disabilities can lead to exclusion, impacting both the individuals and their families [13] - Education, rather than mere expectation, is crucial for unlocking a community's potential for disability inclusion [22] - Small actions and learning about individuals within the community are key to fostering inclusion [24] - Equipping individuals with the tools to connect can build communities where inclusion is a way of life [25] Able Athletics' Model & Key Takeaways - Able Athletics was founded to create a supportive environment for children of all abilities to connect with their communities [14] - The organization addresses the disconnect between volunteers and athletes with unique needs through an onboarding process involving special educators and therapists [15][16] - Volunteers are educated on preferred language (e g, "person-first" vs "identity-first") when interacting with individuals with disabilities [16][17] - Able Athletics has grown to include over 1,000 volunteers from over 16 school districts, focusing on education and inclusive sports [19] - Key points from Able Athletics' curriculum include focusing on the person first, asking questions, and recognizing that success looks different for everyone [20][21]
The Underrated Triad: Community, Education, and Optimism | Taarika Sethee | TEDxEncinitas Blvd
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-18 15:22
Core Argument - The climate movement needs to shift its focus from solely highlighting problems to actively presenting solutions centered around community, education, and optimism [3][4] - Community is essential for empowerment, motivation, emotional stability, and creating a united front with diverse strengths [5][6][7] - Accessible education, especially for marginalized communities and youth, is crucial, emphasizing intersectionality and empowering individuals to take action [11][12][13][15] - Optimism, cultivated through gratitude, managing expectations, and shifting away from materialism, is vital for sustaining long-term engagement in climate activism [18][19][20][23][24] Key Strategies for Climate Action - Cultivating community through vulnerability and connection to empower individuals and create a supportive network [9][10] - Promoting accessible climate education that includes solutions, intersectionality, and empowers marginalized communities [11][12][13][15] - Fostering optimism by practicing gratitude, managing expectations, and challenging materialistic values [19][20][23][24] Call to Action - Encourages individuals to find their unique role in the climate movement, leveraging their existing skills and passions [17][18] - Emphasizes that even small actions and conscious awareness contribute to climate activism [16][17] - Invites reflection on personal motivations for fighting for a better future [27][28]
X @Bybit
Bybit· 2025-07-18 14:04
RT Bybit EU (@BybitEU)✨ Ciao Italia! We're excited to announce something truly meaningful: a new chapter in the journey of Bybit EU - where community, education, and long-term vision meet.We are proud to participate at @NapulETH at Partenope University in Naples.This isn’t just a sponsorship. It’s a strategic partnership with purpose.🤝 @BybitEU goal is to work with Italian universities to help shape the future of education.🗓️ Mark your calendars: On Saturday, July 19, Bybit EU will take part in one of the s ...
Your Roots Do Not Determine Your Reach | Greg Cannon | TEDxWilmingtonSalon
TEDx Talks· 2025-07-17 16:04
In early fall of 1972, I was 12 years old, sitting in a pecan grove in South Georgia with tears streaming down my face and a dead bird in my hands. How many of us have had a moment, a crystallizing moment where we realized something fundamental about ourselves and the world around us. A moment that could have defined you that you would tell a story of who you are and what you deserve based on that event.Life is challenging and for me challenges in my early childhood could have defined me. You see, I was tha ...
'Inequality and a further divide': Psaki on future of education after SCOTUS allows mass firings
MSNBC· 2025-07-16 16:15
Government Policy & Regulation - The US Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to proceed with plans to dismantle the Department of Education [1][2] - The Department of Education primarily funds programs supporting low-income students and students with disabilities [4] - The Department of Education is responsible for enforcing civil rights law and overseeing student loans and grants [5] Potential Impact - The dismantling of the Department of Education could disproportionately affect vulnerable students [3] - Potential firing of nearly 1,400 staffers could lead to the collapse of essential programs [5] - The administration's goal to shut down the Department of Education could lead to more inequality and a divided approach to education [5][6] States Affected - The five states that will be hardest hit by these cuts all happen to be states that Trump won [4]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-07-15 15:30
With no explanation, the Supreme Court blocked lower court orders that had stopped Trump from dismantling the Education Department. @NoahRFeldman says decision-making without reason undermines the rule of law (via @opinion) https://t.co/7RYuPUV9eJ ...