First Job2013 - 2018
Secondary School Teacher
Accra Public Schools
I taught mathematics to students aged 13–17 in under-resourced schools. Large class sizes and limited materials made personalized learning nearly impossible.
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ContextI taught mathematics to students aged 13–17 in under-resourced schools. Large class sizes and limited materials made personalized learning nearly impossible.
ChallengesI became frustrated that I could only reach 40 students at a time while the problem was system-wide.
LearningsTechnology could multiply my impact beyond the classroom walls.
OutcomeStarted prototyping a digital practice tool evenings and weekends.
Skills acquired
Curriculum DesignClassroom ManagementProblem Identification
AdviceThe best startup ideas come from real pain you have lived yourself.