Our Top 5 Stories of 2021

While we all get ready to count down the minutes to the new year, we’re looking back and counting down our top five stories from 2021.

5. Partnering in Oaxaca, Mexico to Connect Indigenous Communities

A look at how high-impact partnerships are getting digital learning tools, educational resources, and connectivity to Oaxacan families.

4. Turning Your “Aha Moment” into Action: Matt Dalio Inspires Students of Global Citizen Year Academy

During a candid talk with Global Citizen Year Academy students, Endless CEO Matt Dalio shared his experiences, advice, and inspiration to connect technology to users.

3. How TED-Ed Harnesses Storytelling to Teach Code

Just like us, readers were captivated by the brilliance of TED-Ed’s video series “Think Like a Coder,” which hooks viewers with captivating storytelling that builds meaningful coding skills.

2. STEM Your Game Challenge Winners Bring STEM to New Worlds

We featured the winners of the STEM Your Game Challenge from Games for Change, two games that immerse players in gaming adventures that spark imagination and teach STEM concepts through engaging problem solving. 

1. Getting Started with #KeepAllKidsLearning

In January, we launched the #KeepAllKidsLearning campaign to bring awareness to the millions of kids that still don’t have Wi-Fi access in the United States. As part of the initiative, we compiled a multitude of lessons, educational games, and other tools that teachers and families can download for later use offline.

It was an exciting year for coding education, technology, and offline access - and we can’t wait to see everything our partners take on next year!