

Emma Irving
Private tutor who has written about the pressures and effects of the private tutoring industry.
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Oct 16, 2020 • 22min
Más MAS? Bolivia’s election
Sarah Maslin, a correspondent for The Economist covering Bolivia's political landscape, joins private tutor Emma Irving, who sheds light on the pressures of the tutoring industry. They discuss the split electorate ahead of Bolivia's pivotal presidential election and the potential return of the socialist MAS party. Emma reveals the emotional toll on students and tutors from intense academic pressure, illustrating how these dynamics shape education experiences globally.

Oct 16, 2020 • 22min
Más MAS? Bolivia’s election
Sarah Maslin, an Economist correspondent, provides an insider's view on Bolivia's tumultuous political landscape as the nation approaches a pivotal election, exploring the fallout from last year's fraud allegations. Meanwhile, Emma Irving, a private tutor, sheds light on the pressures faced by students in an intensely competitive academic environment, revealing how these dynamics impact both learners and educators. The conversation also touches on the intriguing subject of AI's growing influence on business and education, offering fresh perspectives on productivity.