In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer talks with Deb Mallin, the founder and CEO of Mighty Doodle Inc., about the power of AI in transforming literacy education. Deb’s journey into education was inspired by her own experiences as a mother and educator, driving her to create Mighty Doodle, an AI-based literacy tutoring system. Mighty Doodle uses a series of engaging mini-games to help children develop essential reading, writing, and spelling skills.

Mike and Deb discuss the importance of addressing the literacy gap, the “science of reading,” and how AI can be used responsibly and effectively to support diverse, including neurodiverse, learners. We also explore the balance between compassionate teaching and the relentless pursuit of literacy for all children.

Key Takeaways:

Discover Deb Mallin's personal story and the mission behind Mighty Doodle.
Understand how Mighty Doodle’s AI-powered platform helps children build foundational literacy skills through engaging mini-games.
Explore the debate around the science of reading and how it intersects with child-centered learning approaches.
Learn how AI can be a valuable tool for personalized learning, especially for children with neurodiversity.
Gain insights into the importance of “compassionate relentlessness” in education.

Why You Don't Want to Miss This:

If you're a parent, educator, or anyone passionate about improving literacy outcomes for children, this episode offers valuable perspectives and practical solutions.
You'll gain a deeper understanding of the potential of AI to personalize learning and address the literacy gap.
Deb Mallin's insights provide a hopeful and actionable vision for the future of literacy education.

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