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From Achievement First Founder to AI Innovator | Dacia Toll's Journey

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In this episode of Trending in Education, we sit down with Dacia Toll, Co-CEO of Coursemojo, to explore the intersection of education reform and AI's transformative potential in K12 settings.

Dacia shares her 26-year journey in education, from her early days as a teacher and principal in New Haven, Connecticut, to her pivotal role in scaling Achievement First, a network of 41 schools. Dacia discusses the challenges of addressing student needs and teacher support after the disruptions of Covid-19, and how Coursemojo empowers teachers with an AI-powered assistant that integrates with high-quality curriculum materials (HQIM) to drive student success.


Key Takeaways:

  • AI can enhance teacher efficacy and student engagement.
  • Effective edtech requires co-design with educators and a focus on results.
  • Coursemojo emphasizes social learning and teacher efficacy.
  • Dacia Toll highlights AI's potential to transform assessment in K12.


    • Why you can't miss this episode:

    • Gain insights into the future of AI-driven personalized learning in K12.
    • Learn how Coursemojo is addressing critical challenges in ELA education.
    • Hear a powerful call to action for collaboration between edtech providers and school leaders.
    • Be inspired by Dacia Toll's vision for transforming teaching and learning.


      • Join us to hear Dacia's vision for the future of AI in education and its potential to transform teaching and learning, offering valuable insights for educators, administrators, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology and education.

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