TED Talks Daily The most powerful yet overlooked resource in schools | Heejae Lim
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Aug 30, 2022 Heejae Lim, an education technology entrepreneur and TED Fellow, discusses the crucial yet overlooked role families play in education. She highlights the challenges immigrant and underserved families face due to communication barriers. By showcasing innovative mobile technology, she demonstrates how schools can enhance family involvement, creating stronger connections that drive student success. Lim argues that with the right tools, the love and commitment of families can be leveraged to improve educational outcomes for all students.
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Childhood in England
- Heejae Lim recounts her childhood experience as an immigrant in England.
- Her mother's broken English became a lifeline for other Korean parents, highlighting the communication struggles immigrant families face.
Family Engagement
- A family's engagement matters more than wealth for student success.
- Parents are crucial educators as children spend most of their time outside the classroom.
Bridging Gaps with Tech
- Heejae Lim advocates using technology like mobile phones to bridge communication gaps.
- Her organization translates messages between teachers and parents, playing the role her mother did for other families.