Adil Jahangir Mirza

Watching your younger ones apply themselves in an online class, against their natural instinct to run around, is definitely a moment of heart break for any parent. It is no surprise that #edtech companies, particularly in India, have been the biggest beneficiaries of this pandemic. However, it is ironic that the kids specially in the age group 4-12, find no benefit from this boom of #edtech tools. They continue to be the worst hit.

As per a study by Azim Premji University, the extent and nature of learning loss is serious enough to warrant action at all levels. While the report does not talk about the impact of tech tools or #elearning facilities being used by schools, it is no surprise that the tools have not been of any help.

Let us sincerely hope that our friends from companies like Byju's, Vedantu, Cue Math double down on their efforts & good work to innovate for kids in this age bracket.

Here is a billion dollar product idea though (fool's grin).

I sincerely believe that a new age, innovative hybrid learning system can be created to help our young friends. Think marrying online tools provided by #elearning companies and serious home schooling tools developed by companies like Flinto Class.

Counting my billion already! Who all are in?