Learning in Crisis: EdTech Solutions for Challenging Contexts
About this episode
The episode discusses EdTech solutions for delivering quality education in challenging environments with insights from various leaders in the field.
In this episode, World Bank’s Bob Hawkins speaks with three EdTech leaders working to deliver quality education in some of the world’s most challenging environments. Luke Stannard (Can’t Wait to Learn – War Child Alliance), Claire Mongeau (M-Shule), and Kate Radford (EdTech Hub) share how their organisations are using innovation and collaboration to support refugee learners and out-of-school children. The conversation highlights practical lessons on cost-effective scaling, hybrid learning in emergencies, human-centred design, and the power of co-creation with local communities — with insights from Ukraine, East Africa, and beyond. Learn more: Can’t Wait to Learn: Can’t Wait to Learn M-Shule: M-Shule EdTech Hub: EdTech Hub Digital Pathways for Education: report Refugee education: Financing what matters: blog A podcast produced by Lucia Blasco.
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