How technology is changing education

Role: creative direction, writing, producing

These mini-docs for Google showcase how their products are playing an important role in shaping the future of education.

Silver linings in Kenya

Covid has obviously affected everyone, everywhere in the world. In the US and much of the West, the frustration with remote learning almost immediately reached a boiling point. But in other parts of the world, it’s presented new opportunities by forcing new approaches and even reforms that promise positive lasting change.

Bada Ya Dhiki Garaja (Swahili, After Hardship Comes Relief) is a short film documenting how when the pandemic threatens the survival of a school in Kenya, its principal is inspired to take action that will change the school forever.

Equity in South Africa

Google for Education creates an equitable experience for all learners. This video tells the story of how the teachers and students of Prinshof school for the Visually Impaired in South Africa overcome barriers to learning.

These films were directed and shot by frequent collaborator, the Nigerian based filmmaker Dan McCain