Education innovators TinyTap and Open Campus have announced their inaugural event, “EDU Denver,” set to take place on June 24, 2024, from 19:00 to 23:00 MST in Denver, Colorado. This free event aims to bring together leaders in education and Web3 to explore the expansion of a decentralized education ecosystem, according to Animoca Brands.
Event Highlights
EDU Denver promises an evening filled with inspiring talks, hands-on demonstrations, networking opportunities, and entertainment. The event coincides with the prestigious International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) conference, offering attendees a unique opportunity to blend the latest advancements in classroom and at-home learning with Web3 innovations.
Notable speakers at the event include Yogev Shelly, Vriti Saraf, Amanda Slavin, and Taylor Kendal. The event is sponsored by Ed3DAO, LearningFREQUENCY, Learning Economy Foundation, and CodeMonkey. Drinks and refreshments will be provided, and attendance is free, though prior registration is required.
About the Organizers
TinyTap, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is one of the most downloaded kids’ apps globally, featuring over 250,000 interactive lessons created by educators worldwide. Open Campus, a decentralized education protocol, aims to address challenges in the education sector by building robust decentralized infrastructure, including the first layer 3 blockchain built for education – EDU Chain.
Open Campus has already attracted over 100,000 learners and includes more than 80 prestigious educational companies in its alliance, such as BitDegree, CoderSchool, Weeve, and GEMS Education. EDU Denver marks the first in a series of events aimed at expanding this alliance.
Event Details
- Date: June 24, 2024
- Time: 19:00 to 23:00 MST (GMT-6)
- Location: Denver, Colorado
- Entrance Fee: Free (registration mandatory)
Elie Wiesel, a community contributor to Open Campus, expressed excitement about the event, noting the potential of Web3 to lower barriers in education and make knowledge sharing more collaborative. Yogev Shelly, CEO and Founder of TinyTap, highlighted the effort invested in supporting Open Campus’s vision of a more open and fair education system.
About Open Campus
Open Campus is a community-led protocol designed for educators, content creators, parents, and students. It aims to put learning decisions back into the hands of educators and students, fostering a collaborative environment and opening new revenue streams for effective educators worldwide. More information can be found on their website.
About TinyTap
Founded in 2012, TinyTap, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is the world’s largest library of educational games, featuring over 250,000 activities created by educators and publishers. The platform serves more than 11 million registered family members and is among the top 10 grossing kids’ apps worldwide. Further details are available on their website.
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