This episode is based on the report "Equity in EdTech by Design" by Cermakova, Prado, and Kucirkova, which examines a broad range of studies, literature, and resources to explore how the concept of equity is applied to support a diverse range of users while encompassing both individual behaviors within an EdTech organization and the organization's approach to equity.
The report discusses key themes in relation to equity in the EdTech field, including theoretical perspectives on equity, biases incorporated into EdTech, inclusive and participatory design, and deficit-based approaches in EdTech. Additionally, it explores current EdTech industry-related equity certifications, benchmarks, and indicators. Ultimately, the report aims to provide guidance for improving equitable EdTech design, policy, and practice.
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All reports and insights discussed here are publicly accessible at http://www.foreduimpact.org. Please note that while the discussions and questions in this episode were generated and narrated by a Google AI model, we recommend verifying any references against the original written materials on the website, as there may be variations in interpretation despite thorough quality checks.
Report published: May 14, 2024
Authors of the report: Anna Lindroos Cermakova, Yenda Prado, and Natalia I. Kucirkova
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