Conversations from the World Bank Education Technology team.
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The Development Podcast brings together the latest data, research and cutting-edge solutions that can pave the way to a sustainable future – everything from poverty to climate change, education to nutrition, and a whole lot more. We’ll take you on a journey around the world of international development in this World Bank's flagship monthly podcast. More information: http://wrld.bg/f2SX50MJyZB
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People First Podcast I Western and Central Africa I World Bank Group
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People First Podcast puts a human face to the development topics relevant to people living in Western and Central Africa, and on the contribution of the World Bank. People First Podcast, for a sustainable and inclusive development! / People First Podcast vient apporter un éclairage humain et concret sur les thématiques de développement spécifiques aux habitants d'Afrique de l'Ouest et du centre, et sur la contribution de la Banque mondiale. People First Podcast, pour un développement durable ...
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Program Bank Dunia dalam membantu penanganan pandemi covid-19 yang melanda dunia
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World Bank Africa
Listen to the latest news, insights, and development highlights from the World Bank.
World Bank Group podcasts from the continent of Africa. To view a listing of Africa related videos in French, please visit: https://soundcloud.com/worldbank/sets/banque-mondiale-afrique
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Brief Info on Dr Amartya sen and World Bank Cover art photo provided by Daria Nepriakhina on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@epicantus
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This Trade Tips podcast tackles the big issues in the world of trade and explores solutions. We take you on a journey around the world of trade in this new podcast from the World Bank Group. Through conversations with traders who are being affected by key issues like climate change, digitization, gender, and more – and experts offering cutting-edge solutions – we highlight why trade matters and how it can be made more efficient. *** This podcast was created by the World Bank Group with fundi ...
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IDA: Why Does the International Development Association Work? And How? | The Development Podcast
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The International Development Association (IDA) is the part of the World Bank that helps the world’s low-income countries. IDA's grants and low-interest loans help countries invest in their futures, improve lives, and create safer, more prosperous communities around the world. Replenished every three years, IDA’s current round of negotiations is sc…
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We’re Back! The World Bank EdTech Team’s Reflections on 2024 and Insights into 2025 (Part I)
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Welcome back to our podcast! In today’s episode, the World Bank EdTech team reflects on the top EdTech trends of 2024. Bob Hawkins, Alex Twinomugisha, Ekua Bentil, and Cristobal Cobo discuss the growth in investment, the impact of generative AI, and the need for better digital infrastructure. They share insights on how these changes are reshaping t…
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Dans cet épisode de People First Podcast, nous explorons l'économie bleue, une opportunité immense pour les pays africains confrontés à la menace du changement climatique. Découvrez une vue d'ensemble des projets financés par la Banque mondiale le long de la côte ouest-africaine, du Maroc à Madagascar. Écoutez les témoignages d'experts, de responsa…
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The International Monetary Fund-World Bank Group 2024 Annual Meetings marked a turn of the page to the next phase of our mission: Ensuring job creation—and employment—are not the byproduct of our projects but an explicit aim of them. In this latest episode of The Development Podcast, we draw on some of the highlights from the Annual Meetings, as we…
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A l’approche de ses Assemblées annuelles avec le Fonds monétaire international (FMI), qui se tiendront à Washington, nous vous proposons un épisode spécial pour mieux comprendre les politiques opérationnelles de la Banque mondiale. Avez-vous déjà réfléchi à la manière dont le Groupe de la Banque mondiale organise la préparation de ses projets ? Aux…
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As the old saying goes, if you can’t measure it, you can’t improve it. But of course, what you measure is important too. In this episode of The Development Podcast, we explore how the World Bank Group aims to strengthen its impact with a slimmed-down and focused scorecard. We’ll hear how the scorecard will better measure and track results, as well …
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Le programme des jeunes professionnels du Groupe de la Banque mondiale : Former les futurs spécialistes du développement international | People First Podcast
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Dans ce premier épisode de la troisième saison du People First Podcast, nous explorons les différentes facettes du programme des jeunes professionnels du Groupe de la Banque mondiale. Connu aussi sous son nom anglais Young Professionals Program ou encore sous son abréviation YP, ce programme prestigieux est une sorte de voie royale, un recrutement …
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Creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet has been the vision and mission of the World Bank Group since October 2023. But what does it mean for people and planet? We’ve just wrapped up our series of podcasts exploring these crucial questions, and in this episode we bring you some of the highlights from the last year. We take you on a jou…
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Does artificial intelligence amount to a dystopian nightmare for the developing world, eliminating jobs and confirming the worse biases across societies? Or could it lead the way to a brighter future, helping to solve critical development issues? We explore the ways in which artificial intelligence is being used across the globe at a grassroots le…
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In today's episode, we explore the concept of AI literacy to understand what it means and how it can help students and teachers in navigating the disruptions that AI will likely pose to education systems. Maria Barron, Education Technology Specialist at the World Bank, speaks with Pati Ruiz, Senior Director of EdTech at Digital Promise, and Jennife…
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Inteligencia artificial: ¿cómo se están preparando los jóvenes para un futuro influenciado por la IA?
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Bienvenidos al podcast de EdTech del Banco Mundial. En este episodio, continuamos con la serie 'Youth Voices', dedicada a explorar las opiniones de los jóvenes sobre la integración de las nuevas tecnologías en la educación, centrándonos en el uso de la inteligencia artificial dentro y fuera de las aulas. Hoy contamos con la participación de dos exp…
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Dans ce nouvel épisode de People First Podcast, rejoignez-nous à table avec quatre chefs africains engagés en faveur d'une gastronomie durable. Au menu, découvrez leurs recettes adaptées aux enjeux du changement climatique et comment ils valorisent une économie culinaire circulaire, ainsi que les ingrédients et producteurs locaux. Face aux crises a…
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L'Africa Fellowship Program : Un programme pour les jeunes talents africains | People First Podcast
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Dans ce nouvel épisode, People First Podcast donne la voix aux jeunes talents africains bénéficiaires de l'Africa Fellowship Program de la Banque mondiale, un programme qui donne espoir aux passionnés de développement. Lancé en 2013 et supervisé par le bureau de l'économiste en chef pour l'Afrique, ce programme sélectionne chaque année, une trentai…
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Forests are disappearing at an alarming rate of 10 million hectares each year and about 12% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions are attributed to deforestation and forest degradation. But nature provides the foundation for inclusive growth, jobs, food security, ecosystems and human wellbeing. So, what are the economics of biodiversity and how c…
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Welcome to a special episode on how to better choose EdTech solutions. Today, we're discussing the development and use of Tulna, an innovative tool that was created through a partnership between the Educational Technology department at IIT Bombay and the Central Square Foundation (CSF) in India. Tulna provides a framework to help governments choose…
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The 2024 World Bank Group-IMF Spring Meetings took place from April 11-18. The focus for this year was on how the World Bank Group can turn its vision – of creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet – into real impact. This includes becoming a better Bank – one that is faster, more effective, and more ambitious. In this latest episode of …
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Ce nouvel épisode de People First Podcast explore l'innovation, l'inclusion numérique, ainsi que les histoires de pionnières qui façonnent l'avenir du digital en Afrique. De l'incubateur de technologie de jeunes talents au Cameroun à une ONG gambienne qui brise les barrières dans les STEM, ces initiatives illustrent la résilience, la créativité et …
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Welcome to a special episode of our new series that puts youth voices front and center. Today, we're discussing Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education and employment from the perspective of students. This conversation is particularly relevant as the World Bank's EdTech team focuses on leveraging technology to improve education, bringing students…
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In today's episode, we will explore how the World Bank and the Mastercard Foundation are joining efforts to tackle challenges and seize opportunities in Africa's evolving EdTech landscape, with a focus on engaging the broader ecosystem. Join us as we discuss the innovative and inspiring approaches across different countries to navigate this dynamic…
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Cet épisode de People First Podcast est consacré aux progrès du SWEDD, le projet de la Banque mondiale pour l’autonomisation des femmes et le dividende démographique au Sahel, et au-delà du Sahel. À travers des exemples en Mauritanie, au Mali, au Burkina Faso et au Togo, le projet SWEDD se révèle être un vecteur de changement, transformant les béné…
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In today's episode, we will explore the complexities of teaching digital and 21st-century skills in emerging markets. We'll delve into how technology can redefine traditional classroom boundaries, examining its potential to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. We'll discuss the importance of digital and data literacies, along with comp…
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The Journey Towards Gender Equality: Are Laws on the Books Enough? | The Development Podcast
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As the world celebrates International Womens Day, we take a look at where we are on the march towards gender equality. How big is the gender gap and what would happen if we closed it? What are some stumbling blocks along this journey? And how can international organizations like the World Bank Group and IMF help achieve more progress? Find out the …
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Today, on the occasion of International Women’s Day theme for 2024 'Invest in Women, Accelerate progress,' we explore the critical importance of STEM education and careers, drawing insights from a recent report: 'Engendering STEM Access in Education and Careers in South Asia’ to improve female labor force participation. María Barrón, Research Analy…
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In this new episode, 'Cultivating Critical Thinking in an AI World', hosted by Cristobal Cobo, Senior Education & Technology Specialist at the World Bank, we venture into the world of GenAI with key considerations for policymakers and educators, and critical thinking as a core value. Guests include Mike Trucano, Senior Education & Technology Policy…
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In today's episode, we will dive into a game-changing technology: Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), one of the most influential innovations of our time. We'll explore how GenAI could impact education, with a special focus on inclusion. Cristóbal Cobo, Senior Education Technology Specialist at the World Bank, speaks with Jamie Alexandre, L…
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The transition away from fossil fuels could create as many as 30 million ‘green’ jobs in clean energy and low-emissions technologies by 2030. So what is a ‘green job’? How can countries and companies support jobs that benefit people and the planet? And how can young people prepare for green jobs of the future? Find out the answers to these question…
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Le saviez-vous ? En Afrique de l'Ouest et du Centre, 80% des enfants de moins de 10 ans sont en situation de pauvreté des apprentissages. Cela signifie qu'ils n'acquièrent pas les compétences et les connaissances nécessaires pour réussir leur scolarité et contribuer à la croissance de leurs pays. Cet épisode du People First Podcast explore, à trave…
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In today's episode, we will discover the transformative impact of Building Education Foundations through Innovation and Technology (BEFIT), a pioneering initiative revolutionizing early grade reading and numeracy in Malawi. Robert Hawkins, Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education at the World Bank, speaks with Joshua Valeta, Director …
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In today's special episode, we start off the year taking a deep dive into our journey as the EdTech team. We will discuss the team's evolution over time, drawing insights from the experiences of a recently departed member and the perspectives of a newcomer. Bob Hawkins, Global Lead of Technology and Innovation in Education at the World Bank, engage…
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Forced displacement is a development challenge, not only a humanitarian concern. As of September 2023, 114 million people were displaced, and this number continues to grow as conflict and insecurity rise across the globe. Most refugees are hosted by developing countries, and the issues around support and integration of refugee communities are often…
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Digital Public Infrastructure in Education: A Conversation with Dr. Pramod Varma, CTO of EkStep Foundation
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In today's episode, we discuss the vast possibilities of digital public infrastructure (DPI), to address global challenges in education and beyond. Bob Hawkins, Global Lead for Technology and Innovation in Education at the World Bank, reflects with Dr. Pramod Varma, CTO of the EkStep Foundation and former Chief Architect of Aadhaar and India Stack,…
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Pour ce nouvel épisode du People First Podcast, prenons un ticket de bus pour le pays de la Terranga. Dakar la capitale sénégalaise, longtemps touchée par des problèmes de mobilité, connaît une véritable renaissance. La ville est sur le point d'accueillir le tout premier système de bus à haut niveau de service ou Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) entièrement…
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The 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) comes at the heels of the hottest year in human history. Our newest episode of The Development Podcast delves into the impact of the climate crisis and urgent solutions to address it. This episode marks the launch of our new limited series on how to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. O…
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La deuxième saison de People First Podcast démarre avec un nouvel épisode consacré au parc solaire de Danzi, la plus grande centrale solaire d'Afrique centrale. L'accès à l'électricité contribue au développement socio-économique des populations, mais reste un défi majeur sur le continent africain. En République centrafricaine, les investissements d…
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In today's episode, we discuss the promises and challenges of EdTech interventions in East Asia and Pacific countries, including the scale, dosage, and heterogeneity of impact to evaluate interventions, and how they can be applied both in the region and globally. Cristóbal Cobo (Senior Education Specialist at the World Bank EdTech team) speaks with…
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The 2023 World Bank Group-IMF Annual Meetings took place from October 9-15 in Marrakech, Morocco, and unveiled the Bank’s bold new vision: creating a world free of poverty on a livable planet. Events and discussions highlighted this new mission, highlighting an expansion in financial capacity, stronger partnerships, deeper engagement with the priva…
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Multiple shocks – from COVID-19 to climate change, conflict, crop disease – are crippling food systems, leading to higher food prices and growing hunger. Up to 783 million people faced hunger in 2022, and projections show that in 2030, over 600 million people will still struggle to feed their families. The way we produce food is also harmful for th…
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