This episode was recorded at GESF. This episode is sponsored by Blockcerts. 

What's in this episode?

Listen in to hear about the announcement from the UK Department for Education Edtech Team on 5 areas they are focusing on where they see technology can offer real value. All the details in this episode intro. Also, two inspiring interviews from Global Teacher Prize nominees on improving access and interest to robotics, mathematics and STEAM skills - from Hawaii to Australia and beyond. 

People

• Sophie Bailey is the Founder and Presenter of The Edtech Podcast | Twitter: @podcastedtech

• Glenn Lee, Waialua High School teacher and global teacher prize nominee, Hawaii | YouTube Profile

• Eddie Woo, Headteacher, Mathematics, Cherrybrook Technology High School teacher and global teacher prize nominee, Australia | @misterwootube 

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