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Childhood in the digital age
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4.2.1 The School in the Cloud

In India Professor Sugata Mitra’s work is another example of the belief that with a little support the technology can significantly improve student outcomes.

In the following audio recording Professor Mitra outlines his prize-winning School in the Cloud that works without teachers; it draws on a previous trial which he called his Hole in the Wall experiment. As you listen to Professor Mitra’s interview, think about whether you are convinced by his suggestion that technology can teach children without teachers’ involvement.

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