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How to foster innovation in EdTech | Märt Aro, part 2
The second part of the interview with Märt Aro, an education innovator, TEDx & keynote speaker and one of the co-founders of DreamApply.
Topics discussed:
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:00 Defining EdTech and Its Scope
The broad definition of educational technology and its application across various sectors.
00:03:08 Why Innovation in EdTech
Exploring the importance of innovation in EdTech, focusing on global challenges and the role of technology in education.
00:04:38 The Economic Scale of Education
Insights into the global economic impact of the educational sector and its significance in GDP contributions.
00:07:40 Entrepreneurship in EdTech
Märt Aro delves into why startups are a crucial vehicle for educational innovation and the challenges they face.
00:09:30 Government vs. Startup Approach to Education
Comparing the effectiveness of government organizations and startups in fostering educational innovation.
00:15:35 What's Most Misunderstood About Education?
Addressing common misconceptions about the education system and the role of parents and teachers in the learning process.
00:16:30 Parental Involvement and Education System Trust
Highlighting the importance of parental involvement in education and the need for questioning and supporting the system.
00:20:32 Education Funding and Impact Evaluation
Examining how education funding is utilized and the importance of impact assessment in large-scale educational projects.
00:22:03 Startup Flexibility and Rapid Prototyping in EdTech
Discussing the advantages of startups in rapidly prototyping and testing new educational technologies and methods.
00:25:42 Outro
About DreamApply
DreamApply is a mission-driven and innovation-oriented EdTech organization solving the complex problems faced by universities and other educational institutions. This includes admissions, marketing, recruitment, financial aid and other functional areas.
DreamApply’s easy-to-use and highly customizable software increases student enrolment while reducing workload and frustrations for both university employees and applicants.
Founded in 2011 by dedicated educational pioneers, DreamApply was created to help Estonian universities attract more international students and simplify the study abroad application process.
Since then, our founder’s dream has expanded its scope and become a success story for over 300 educational institutions across 40 countries, including industry leaders such as the Swedish Institute and Maastricht University.
With a dedicated international team and a commitment to user-centric innovation, DreamApply consistently introduces new features that extend well beyond the admissions process.
Institutions using DreamApply report tangible benefits such as a 40% reduction in application processing time and heightened student engagement. This is often attributed to innovative features such as application video interviews, automated payment and invoice processing or enhanced application ranking capabilities.
To learn more visit https://www.dreamapply.com, where you can book a complimentary consultation to discuss your specific needs.
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#EdTech #Education #Innovation #HigherEd #UniversityAdmissions #Student #Engagement #EducationalTechnology #GlobalEducation #DreamApply #Podcast #EdTechAndPancakes #StudentRecruitment #DigitalTransformation
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By DreamApplyThe second part of the interview with Märt Aro, an education innovator, TEDx & keynote speaker and one of the co-founders of DreamApply.
Topics discussed:
00:00:00 Intro
00:02:00 Defining EdTech and Its Scope
The broad definition of educational technology and its application across various sectors.
00:03:08 Why Innovation in EdTech
Exploring the importance of innovation in EdTech, focusing on global challenges and the role of technology in education.
00:04:38 The Economic Scale of Education
Insights into the global economic impact of the educational sector and its significance in GDP contributions.
00:07:40 Entrepreneurship in EdTech
Märt Aro delves into why startups are a crucial vehicle for educational innovation and the challenges they face.
00:09:30 Government vs. Startup Approach to Education
Comparing the effectiveness of government organizations and startups in fostering educational innovation.
00:15:35 What's Most Misunderstood About Education?
Addressing common misconceptions about the education system and the role of parents and teachers in the learning process.
00:16:30 Parental Involvement and Education System Trust
Highlighting the importance of parental involvement in education and the need for questioning and supporting the system.
00:20:32 Education Funding and Impact Evaluation
Examining how education funding is utilized and the importance of impact assessment in large-scale educational projects.
00:22:03 Startup Flexibility and Rapid Prototyping in EdTech
Discussing the advantages of startups in rapidly prototyping and testing new educational technologies and methods.
00:25:42 Outro
About DreamApply
DreamApply is a mission-driven and innovation-oriented EdTech organization solving the complex problems faced by universities and other educational institutions. This includes admissions, marketing, recruitment, financial aid and other functional areas.
DreamApply’s easy-to-use and highly customizable software increases student enrolment while reducing workload and frustrations for both university employees and applicants.
Founded in 2011 by dedicated educational pioneers, DreamApply was created to help Estonian universities attract more international students and simplify the study abroad application process.
Since then, our founder’s dream has expanded its scope and become a success story for over 300 educational institutions across 40 countries, including industry leaders such as the Swedish Institute and Maastricht University.
With a dedicated international team and a commitment to user-centric innovation, DreamApply consistently introduces new features that extend well beyond the admissions process.
Institutions using DreamApply report tangible benefits such as a 40% reduction in application processing time and heightened student engagement. This is often attributed to innovative features such as application video interviews, automated payment and invoice processing or enhanced application ranking capabilities.
To learn more visit https://www.dreamapply.com, where you can book a complimentary consultation to discuss your specific needs.
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#EdTech #Education #Innovation #HigherEd #UniversityAdmissions #Student #Engagement #EducationalTechnology #GlobalEducation #DreamApply #Podcast #EdTechAndPancakes #StudentRecruitment #DigitalTransformation