Summary
Noam Gerstein, CEO of Bina, discusses their tech-based methodology for delivering customized learning to primary students aged 4-12. Bina operates in multiple time zones, offering small classes led by educators with at least a master's degree. Their thematic, multicultural approach aims to foster friendships among kids from diverse backgrounds. The curriculum, covering UK, US, and Australian standards, includes five synchronous hours of learning daily. Noam highlights the importance of bilingualism, the need for educational innovation, and the potential of technology to revolutionize learning while emphasizing the crucial role of teachers and networking.
Takeaways
- Bina offers full education for kids aged four to 12, with a comprehensive curriculum and experience.
- They operate in multiple time zones and teach thematically, focusing on different biomes or habitats.
- Bina aims to create a multicultural learning environment where kids from different cultures and even war-torn regions can study together and build friendships.
- They teach five synchronous hours a day, five days a week, and use a curriculum that covers standards from the UK, US, and Australia. Language learning is a business decision based on the number of language speakers in the market and the needs of customers.
- Bilingualism shapes the mind and offers different ways of looking at the world.
- Traditional education systems are outdated and need innovation to adapt to the changing world.
- Technology has the potential to revolutionize education by providing real-time data and personalized learning experiences.
- Teachers play a crucial role in education, and collaboration and networking are essential for making a difference.
Sound Bites
- "If we educate our children together, we are marching towards a better world."
- "Kids benefit tremendously from differentiated needs within a classroom."
- "We can do wonders in the digital realm with a deep understanding of what students know and can do."
- "There's just a number of specific language speakers in the world or within your market."
- "Bilingualism at the very least to offer to any child."
- "Education has a foundation."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Noam Gerstein and Bina
04:37 Noam's Background and Journey
08:35 Creating a Multicultural Learning Environment
11:49 Structure and Hours of Bina's Program
15:30 Smart Matching Students and Time Zones
23:18 The Business of Language Learning
26:33 Innovation in Education
30:33 The Power of Literacy
37:39 The Potential of Technology in Education
42:32 The Role of Teachers in Education
45:09 The Power of Collaboration and Networking
About Noam
Noam, founder and CEO of Bina, created a global platform for personalized online education for primary students, leveraging her journalism background and extensive research in education.
Connect with Noam
LinkedIn: [@noamgerstein]
X: [@gerstein_noam]
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