K – 8 Global Education Outreach
In the last fifty years, technology has had a profound effect on society in many different aspects of daily life. One area where these effects are significant is in the field of education. While these technological benefits are widely available in developed countries, many developing countries do not have access to such resources. By developing a cloud based educational tool marketed to developed countries, K – 8 Global Education Outreach (K8GEO) can then use those resources to provide free educational tools to needy developing countries. To demonstrate how K8GEO will accomplish this goal, this paper will analyze the appeal and effect of this venture on different cultures, ethical issues and risks such a venture …show more content…
In order to appeal to clientele in developed countries, the curriculum must not only thoroughly cover all necessary teaching subjects and objectives, but prove to be effective in teaching children at this age level. As Adams (2008) points out, more and more universities and educational institutions are making their curriculum and communication available online to meet the needs of a generation that has “lived their entire lives exposed to current technology”. In order to appeal to this generation and show the value of K8GEO to older generations, the curriculum design will include the latest teaching methods and integrate them with the latest technologies. It will also need to constantly evolve and include compatibility with future technological …show more content…
In many places, internet access is not readily available and accessible for a variety of reasons including geographical and even cultural challenges. Many places and cultures consider internet access unimportant in relation to more important items like adequate food and clean water. Even with the difficulty these challenges present, there is a need global need for educational resources and all cultures use some method to hand down lessons learned to the next generation. K8GEO will not attempt to eliminate these cultural traditions, but work in conjunction with them to give young children access to valuable educational tools. The appeal of K8GEO’s mission to developing countries will be driven by the promise to deliver these cutting edge educational resources free of charge where they are needed most. Gulati (2008) also points out many other issues that will have to be accounted for, including such things as a lack of infrastructure, lack of teachers, negative attitudes, cultural differences, and policy and funding decisions. K8GEO will address these challenges by specifically addressing them in each developing country entered by formulating a customized plan for each
In the last fifty years, technology has had a profound effect on society in many different aspects of daily life. One area where these effects are significant is in the field of education. While these technological benefits are widely available in developed countries, many developing countries do not have access to such resources. By developing a cloud based educational tool marketed to developed countries, K – 8 Global Education Outreach (K8GEO) can then use those resources to provide free educational tools to needy developing countries. To demonstrate how K8GEO will accomplish this goal, this paper will analyze the appeal and effect of this venture on different cultures, ethical issues and risks such a venture …show more content…
In order to appeal to clientele in developed countries, the curriculum must not only thoroughly cover all necessary teaching subjects and objectives, but prove to be effective in teaching children at this age level. As Adams (2008) points out, more and more universities and educational institutions are making their curriculum and communication available online to meet the needs of a generation that has “lived their entire lives exposed to current technology”. In order to appeal to this generation and show the value of K8GEO to older generations, the curriculum design will include the latest teaching methods and integrate them with the latest technologies. It will also need to constantly evolve and include compatibility with future technological …show more content…
In many places, internet access is not readily available and accessible for a variety of reasons including geographical and even cultural challenges. Many places and cultures consider internet access unimportant in relation to more important items like adequate food and clean water. Even with the difficulty these challenges present, there is a need global need for educational resources and all cultures use some method to hand down lessons learned to the next generation. K8GEO will not attempt to eliminate these cultural traditions, but work in conjunction with them to give young children access to valuable educational tools. The appeal of K8GEO’s mission to developing countries will be driven by the promise to deliver these cutting edge educational resources free of charge where they are needed most. Gulati (2008) also points out many other issues that will have to be accounted for, including such things as a lack of infrastructure, lack of teachers, negative attitudes, cultural differences, and policy and funding decisions. K8GEO will address these challenges by specifically addressing them in each developing country entered by formulating a customized plan for each