Funders from the tech world have played a large role in K-12 philanthropy, backing some sweeping reform efforts that have not panned out. In the COVID-19 era, Salesforce is trying to stay flexible and meet individual districts’ needs.
Read MoreChan Zuckerberg Initiative just announced another round of nearly $1 million in grants to support remote learning. How does CZI’s approach to this issue set the grantmaker apart, and will other big education funders catch up?
Read MoreAs the pandemic continues, more school districts have decided to stick with online instruction, making the digital divide an even greater equity concern. Philadelphia formed a new public-private partnership in hopes of leveling the field.
Read MoreThe Amgen Foundation has given millions to the Khan Academy to scale online science education, including the use of virtual experiments that simulate being in a lab. The pandemic has made this work all the more important.
Read MoreSchools have no choice but to lean into the uncertainty of all-remote learning, and one funder willing to experiment with them is the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative. A recent round of grants backs new approaches to engaging students.
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