The Patatas – An Education Solutions Consultancy

Is E-Learning Personalization: Beyond One-Size-Fits-All

Is E-Learning Personalized for You? Beyond One-Size-Fits-All Source from: World Minds E-learning is like the universal language of education, bringing learners from every corner of the world together. Yet, here’s the catch: this incredible connection isn’t achieved by using a one-size-fits-all approach. In today’s rapidly evolving digital education landscape, localized content isn’t just a luxury; …

Advancing MOOCs in Remote Communities: The Role of CaseStudy by The Patatas

The Promise of MOOCs and the Reality of Digital Disparity Rethinking MOOCs for Remote Learners: Innovations and Challenges Addressing these limitations and bringing MOOCs to these underserved regions demands strategic adaptation: Offline MOOCs: Several MOOC providers, including Coursera and Khan Academy, now offer options to download course materials for offline study. This strategy allows for …

An interview with Hungry SciAnntist [5 minute read]

An Interview with Hungry SciAnntist Social media is an omnipresent force, permeating every aspect of our lives. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Youtube have become ingrained in our existence. Undeniably, social media wields immense power, capable of influencing countless individuals, and its presence is here to stay. However, its potential stretches far beyond mere sharing of personal …

AI as a classroom teaching tool

AI as a classroom teaching tool  Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many aspects of our lives from research to art, and education is no exception. Recently there has been a rise in use of AI amongst students for homework and assignments. We have seen AI writing essays for students and even passing a law exam but what about its use …

Our visit to the Orang Asli

Our visit to the Orang Asli From the 20th to 25th of September 2022, our team visited the Temiar Tribe of the Orang Asli Community in Kelantan Malaysia to explore the use of CaseStudy that was specifically designed and created for 100% offline remote learning. As an education solutions consultancy working to create learning bridges in underrepresented Southeast Asia …

The Orang Asli and the educational obstacles they face [5 minute read]

Who are the Orang Asli? The Orang Asli are an indigenous group of people found in Malaysia. Known to be the oldest group of inhabitants on Malaysia’s Peninsula, they comprise people from different tribes and ethnicities such as the Iban, Bidayuh, Kenyah and many more. Iban people ©Britannica Over time, their numbers slowly dwindled, causing …

Malala Yousafzai – Inspirational leaders in education [3 min read]

Malala Yousafzai – Inspirational leaders in education In October 2012, while 15-year-old Malala Yousafzai was on her usual route to school. Suddenly, the Taliban stopped the bus she was on and shot her. Her reason for persecution – fighting for the educational rights of women in Pakistan. Today, Malala Yousafzai stands as an inspirational leader …

Sal Khan — Inspirational leaders in education [5 min read]

Sal Khan – Inspirational leaders in education Khan Academy Logo Upon hearing the name Sal Khan, you may recognise this name. It belongs to the founder of one of the world’s top educational websites, Khan Academy. On technology in education, people often talk about Khan Academy. Maybe you may have even used it for your own studies. …

Unique Schooling in Remote Villages

Unique Schooling in Remote Villages Living life in remote villages is tough. Not only are you often deprived of well-connected transport systems, stable electricity and Internet connection; basic necessities like food and clean, running water are difficult to come by. On top of these, remote villages face a struggle to upkeep an education system, with many facing low local staff …

Introducing New Technology to Tiwala Kids and Communities

Introducing New Technology to Tiwala Kids and Communities Since 2014, The Patatas have been making yearly trips down to Legazpi City, Philippines to visit our partner Tiwala Kids and Communities. With each trip, we’ve brought along new equipment and to introduce new technology so as to expand digital education ‘Project Digi-Eskwela‘ and our latest trip …

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