Category: Education

Harnessing AI’s Deep Research for Enhanced Learning Experiences

Lately, I have been using GenAI’s Deep Research functionalities from ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini to explore topics of my interest, such as the state of research in Kenyan universities, Catholicism – its role in civilizing the West and colonialism in Africa, and alternative economic models to capitalism in Africa. So far, the journey has been… Continue reading Harnessing AI’s Deep Research for Enhanced Learning Experiences

Reimagining Education: Role of Math

The Ministry of Education (MOE) recently announced that mathematics will no longer be compulsory for learners transitioning to senior secondary school under the new competency-based curriculum (CBC). This comes against a backdrop of a plethora of challenges emanating from the implementation of the new curriculum, among them insufficient instructors for the new pathways, most notably… Continue reading Reimagining Education: Role of Math

Policy Framework for ODEL in Universities

In 2020, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Commission for University Education (CUE), the body responsible for regulating and accrediting universities’ academic programs, released a self-assessment report for Open, Distance, and E-learning (ODEL) programs to be followed by universities in an effort to expand access to university education while at the same time… Continue reading Policy Framework for ODEL in Universities

Rethinking Assignments in the Age of AI

Earlier today, I got a complaint from an educational program officer that junior and senior secondary school students are using ChatGPT to do school assignments. This is the exact phrase: “…they DIRECTLY feed a question and write down the answer…” At first, I thought the students’ learning appetite was quite high (JSS students often rely… Continue reading Rethinking Assignments in the Age of AI

Implications of AI Hallucinations on Education

ChatGPT, the leading generative AI offering, still experiences a lot of hallucinations. An AI hallucination refers to the occasions when AI generates false or misleading information that appears reasonable but is not based on facts. This past week, I have been intentionally conversing with the generative AI tool to experience its strengths and weaknesses. During… Continue reading Implications of AI Hallucinations on Education

Role of Education in the Gen Z Revolution

Following the recent occurrences in our country, having spent a considerable amount of time in discussions with my fellow friends, education’s role stood out for me as one of the reasons why the Gen Zs have achieved significant success in making the incumbent government work in accordance with the law – particularly in listening to… Continue reading Role of Education in the Gen Z Revolution

KASA: It’s Time to Say Goodbye

KASA is a unique initiative – it teaches the basics of space travel in 9 courses to young people preparing the learners for an amazing journey to discover future possibilities. Since its inception, KASA has hosted STEM bootcamps for kids in Kibera and its environs, partnered with various organizations to provide learning opportunities for young… Continue reading KASA: It’s Time to Say Goodbye

Inclusive EdTech Ecosystem in Kenya

On Tuesday evening, I attended a meetup event dubbed “Collaboration for an Inclusive EdTech Ecosystem” at iHub. Among the panelists for the event were Christine Namara of Baobab Network, Zacch Opondo of Zeraki, Rebecca Cook of Metis Collective, and Maryanne Wangechi of Aga Khan School. The session was moderated by Tonee Ndung’u, the CEO of… Continue reading Inclusive EdTech Ecosystem in Kenya