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ACR GCD Release Comprehensive Report on Grand Challenge to Advance EdTech to Enhance Global Literacy for Children
The report gives in-depth overview of the 12-year Grand Challenge strategies and outcomes in advancing EdTech to increase reading outcomes for marginalized children in low-resource contextsAll Children Reading: A Grand Challenge for Development announces EdTech Expos to showcase solutions to advance child literacy
Three closing events will support education officers, implementers and policymakers in their understanding and use of EdTech to advance equitable and inclusive early grade reading efforts.- Blog // November 17, 2022
Leading EdTech Innovators share accomplishments and big dreams for EdTech innovations
Read innovator reflections gathered during interviews after the GEM Report consultation held in May 2022 - Blog // April 14, 2022
Innovations to Improve Reading: Recommendations and Reflections from USAID’s Grand Challenges Meta Evaluation
The report highlights ACR GCD's positive results in terms of impact, supporting innovators and catalyzing action to support children’s reading. - Blog // March 7, 2022
Using EdTech to break down barriers to literacy for girls
USAID, World Vision and the Australian Government are partnering to advance EdTech to increase literacy for all children - Blog // February 18, 2022
Using EdTech to advance learning in languages children use and understand
EdTech can accelerate efforts to help children learn to read in their own language, but it must be guided by inclusion and equity - Blog // June 3, 2019
Why schools are only part of the solution for effective global education
This Global Day of Parents, All Children Reading: A Grand Challenge for Development spotlights four projects engaging families and communities in child literacy. Remote learning when it is really remote
Internet access is ubiquitous—except where it isn't. However, even in places where electricity or Internet connectivity are spotty, new e-learning innovations can help people get an education.- Blog // May 30, 2018
Policy Makers, Donors, and Innovators Convened in Africa: Here’s what they want to share about leveraging EdTech to improve reading
“We’re here to acknowledge the marriage of technology and the power of reading,” said Ms. Kulula Manona from South Africa’s Department of Basic Education, kicking off a three-day workshop in P - Blog // May 21, 2018
Cambodia Project Unveils Challenges and Opportunities for Scaling EdTech for Early Grade Literacy
TRAC+ is World Vision International-Cambodia scaling of the TRAC project implemented in eight schools in Cambodia by World Education Inc. Here they share the challenges and opportunities of scaling. Education innovations are taking root around the world. What do they have in common?
When you think of education systems, what sorts of words come to mind? If you are anything like the many education practitioners, policymakers, and leaders who we meet every year throughout the...ACR Info Sheet
An information sheet outlining the mission and impact of the literacy-focused Grand Challenge that leverages science and technology to source, test, and disseminate scalable solutions.Technology-Based Innovations to Improve Early Grade Reading Outcomes in Developing Countries
A summary report on the research design, Early Grade Reading Assessment results, and scalability assessments of 11 ACR GCD-funded projects from 2014-2017.Engaging Families and Communities to Support Student Reading Skills Development
A summary on the impact and potential for scale of four ACR GCD-funded innovator projects focused on improving the engagement of families and communities in children's reading.Oeuvre Malienne d’aide à l’Enfance du Sahel
An evaluation report on the results of the ACR GCD-funded "Your Child, Reading, and You" project, implemented by Oeuvre Malienne d’aide à l’Enfance du Sahel in Mali.Announcing the 2016 Big Ideas Grand Prize Pitch Day Finalists!
The Rudd Family Foundation Big Ideas Contest offers students an opportunity to turn their ideas into action. This year saw the largest number of applications in the contest’s history.- Blog // September 8, 2015
ACR GCD, Intel gather experts to ideate way to use tech, youth to advance child reading outcomes
All Children Reading: A Grand Challenge for Development (ACR GCD) and The Intel® Learn Program gathered global education experts on International Literacy Day 2015 for a workshop designed to. MobiLiteracy: Developing a Literacy Rich Home Environment in Kampala, Uganda Utilizing Mobile
Learn more about Planet Read's MobiLiteracy, a series of reading lessons available on basic phones for parents to use with young children in Uganda.Four students carry ‘Big Idea’ to Haiti
Sora Edwards-Thro has a history of performing volunteer work in Haiti. This summer, she and a trio of fellow William & Mary students are taking advantage of previously unavailable opportunities to...Big idea boosts children’s reading
A new technology aimed at addressing the reading needs of children in marginalised areas, has landed Monash second place in the Big Ideas@Berkeley contest.
